Vulnerability, Penetration & Other Cybersecurity Testing Types Explained

Which cybersecurity tests are the most crucial, and which ones does the FDA require for medical device approval?

In this episode, Christian and Trevor break down the many types of cybersecurity testing required for medical devices. They explore the distinctions between vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and other critical methods like fuzz testing, security requirement testing, and dynamic analysis. Along the way, they share real-world examples, FDA compliance insights, and practical tips for ensuring no entry point goes untested.

Key points: 

(3:21) Vulnerability vs. Penetration Testing

* Vulnerability testing identifies issues quickly, while penetration testing digs deeper to exploit them.

(6:01) Software Composition and Static Analysis

* Using SBoMs to identify risks in third-party and unknown code.

* Dangers of insecure, copied code such as hardcoded credentials.

(10:23) Penetration Testing Types and Abuse Cases

* Differences between black, gray, and white box testing.

* Abuse case testing for overlooked or “out of scope” device interfaces.

(20:44) Fuzz Testing and Security Requirements

* Fuzz testing for unexpected input handling and potential zero-day vulnerabilities.

* Security requirement testing, dynamic analysis, and advice on choosing skilled third-party testers.

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