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Recently, CyStack officially became a member of the international cybersecurity organization CREST with its Penetration Testing service meeting globally recognized standards.
By passing CREST’s rigorous assessment process conducted by global experts, CyStack’s Penetration Testing service has proven not only its technical competence but also its real-world capabilities, professional processes, and robust, transparent quality management system. To date, only a handful of Vietnamese companies have met the strict requirements to join CREST.
About CREST
CREST is a global non-profit organization that sets rigorous standards for assessing and certifying companies providing specialized cybersecurity services such as penetration testing, incident response, and security assessments.
With more than 420 members worldwide including many of the leading names in the security industry, CREST is widely recognized as a trusted mark of technical competence, professional integrity, and world-class service quality.
Why is CREST a Key Goal for CyStack?
CyStack has always aimed to deliver high-quality cybersecurity products and services that meet the strictest standards for partners and clients. Among these goals, earning official membership from CREST has been a top priority, especially for our Penetration Testing service.
Trung Nguyen, CEO of CyStack, shared:
“Becoming an official member of CREST marks an important milestone in CyStack’s journey to strengthen our position in Vietnam and the region. It demonstrates our commitment to providing penetration testing and cybersecurity services that meet international standards, helping businesses proactively detect vulnerabilities and safeguard their systems against increasingly sophisticated threats.”
CyStack not only aims to deliver international-standard penetration testing services to businesses in Vietnam but also aspires to bring “Make in Vietnam” cybersecurity products and solutions to regional and global markets.
Achieving the CREST Standard – Demanding but Worth It
To be recognized as a CREST member, penetration testing companies and professionals must meet a series of stringent requirements covering both technical capability and professional ethics, such as:
- Passing rigorous theoretical and practical penetration testing exams
- Demonstrating advanced skills in identifying and exploiting real-world security vulnerabilities
- Mastering networks, operating systems, web applications, databases, and IT infrastructure
- Following globally recognized penetration testing methodologies and best practices
- Maintaining robust quality management, data protection, and transparent reporting processes
- Being independently monitored and regularly reassessed by CREST experts
- Committing to uphold strict legal and ethical standards in every engagement
Outstanding Values You Get with CyStack’s CREST-Certified Penetration Testing
Having CyStack’s Penetration Testing service certified by CREST is not just a milestone that affirms our reputation. It also delivers significant, tangible benefits to every client who trusts our team.
- International-Standard Service Quality: Clients gain peace of mind knowing every test follows globally recognized procedures, with clear, credible results that meet the highest industry benchmarks.
- Comprehensive & Realistic Vulnerability Discovery: Your systems and applications are tested against real-world attack scenarios to uncover critical risks before attackers do.
- Clear, Audit-Ready Reporting: All deliverables align with leading compliance requirements such as ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, SOC 2, and GDPR – simplifying audits and partner reviews.
- Increased Credibility & Trust: Demonstrate to partners, customers, and investors that your business takes security seriously with penetration tests validated by CREST.
- Faster Remediation Support: Vulnerabilities are managed through a clear, transparent workflow with close collaboration between security and development teams, accelerating fixes.
- Strict Legal & Ethical Compliance: Every assessment is conducted by certified experts who meet CREST’s rigorous competency and professional conduct standards.
About CyStack
CyStack is a leading cybersecurity company in Southeast Asia, trusted by enterprises and institutions worldwide – including government agencies, major banks, and top technology, fintech, and blockchain firms. Known for our credibility and real-world impact, we help secure some of the region’s most critical digital infrastructures.
We deliver specialized products and services across 3 core areas:
- Security Testing & Assessment
- Data Protection
- Security Operations
What sets CyStack apart is our rare combination of deep security expertise – spanning offensive and defensive security, threat intelligence, cryptography, and data protection – and strong software engineering capabilities in areas like attack surface management, endpoint security, and password/secrets management. This unique blend enables us to develop secure-by-design products and deliver services that are rooted in real-world needs, not just theory.
Our team of security experts has uncovered critical vulnerabilities in the products of global tech giants such as NASA, IBM, Microsoft, and HP, with our team recognized in their Halls of Fame. CyStack has also earned multiple tech excellence awards and is among the few Southeast Asian firms invited to speak at leading global cybersecurity conferences, including Black Hat USA, FIDO APAC, and XCon.
At CyStack, we combine world-class talent, proven impact, and a practical approach to cybersecurity – helping organizations stay secure in an increasingly complex digital world.
CyStack Penetration Testing Services
At CyStack, we deliver world-class penetration testing services that go beyond traditional checklists. Our seasoned security experts simulate real-world attacks to uncover critical vulnerabilities before attackers can exploit them.
We test a wide range of systems – including web apps, APIs, cloud environments, mobile apps, and internal infrastructure – and follow globally recognized standards like MITRE ATT&CK, OWASP, and NIST. Our reports are also aligned with leading compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and GDPR.
What truly sets us apart is the CyStack Security Platform, a real-time system that shows vulnerabilities the moment they’re found – no more waiting weeks for a PDF report. We centralize all communication, task tracking, and fixes within the platform, ensuring faster remediation and full alignment between security and development teams. Our dashboards also turn technical risks into visual insights, empowering better decisions without complexity. We integrate seamlessly with your existing tools like Slack, Jira, and Trello, and provide audit-ready PDF reports, security certificates, and trust badges to boost your credibility with partners and customers.
With CyStack, you don’t just get a pentest – you get a trusted partner in proactive, transparent, and industry-aligned security.
👉 Discover how CyStack’s Penetration Testing keeps your systems safe here.
Joining CREST is a significant step in CyStack’s mission to raise the bar for cybersecurity in Southeast Asia. Connect with us now to start your journey towards stronger, smarter protection!
