Skip to content
Episode 87: Assessment Types: Vulnerability Scans, Pen Testing, Audits episode artwork

Jun 23, 2025 12 min

Episode 87: Assessment Types: Vulnerability Scans, Pen Testing, Audits

from Certified: The CISSP Audio Course Hosted by Dr. Jason Edwards

Security assessments come in many forms—each with a specific purpose. In this episode, we compare and contrast vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and formal security audits. We cover the methodologies, tools, scope definitions, and reporting standards associated with each type. You’ll learn how to select the right assessment based on business goals, risk tolerance, and compliance requirements. We also examine legal considerations and rules of engagement for ethical hacking. For CISSPs, choosing and interpreting assessment results is key to effective security governance.

Episode details come from the podcast's RSS feed.

Embed this episode

Ready to play

Episode 87: Assessment Types: Vulnerability Scans, Pen Testing, Audits

0:00 12:19

No transcript yet.

Requests help us decide what to transcribe next.

Share this episode

Similar podcasts

French Your Way Jessica: Native French teacher founder of French Your Way Boost your French listening skills and test your comprehension with this one of a kind series of podcasts. Get the chance to listen to a real conversation between native speakers talking at normal speed AND customise your learning experience through carefully designed sets of questions (2 levels of difficulty) available for download at www.frenchvoicespodcast.com. All interviews also come with the transcript. French teacher Jessica interviews native speakers of French from around the world who share a bit of their life and passion. Where else would you meet in one same place a French yoga teacher based in Melbourne, a soap manufacturer from Provence, or a couple cycling around the world?

Frequently asked questions

How long is this episode of Certified: The CISSP Audio Course?

This episode is 12 minutes long.

When was this Certified: The CISSP Audio Course episode published?

This episode was published on June 23, 2025.

Is there a transcript available for this episode?

Yes, a full transcript is available for this episode. You can read the complete transcript on the episode page.

Can I download this Certified: The CISSP Audio Course episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.