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How we vet security researchers
Vetting on Pentest Market screens for methodology and reporting quality, not just a certificate. What we ask for, what we look at, and what stays open to unvetted accounts.
trustresearchers
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What is a fixed-scope pentest, and when is it the right call?
A fixed-scope pentest defines the deliverable and the price before work starts. What that means in practice, what you give up, and the situations where it's clearly the right choice.
explainerbuyer guide
·2 min read
HackerOne vs Bugcrowd vs a fixed-scope marketplace
Three models for getting security testing done: managed bug bounty (HackerOne, Bugcrowd) and a self-serve fixed-scope marketplace. What each is good at and where each is the wrong choice.
comparisonbuyer guide
·2 min read
SOC 2 penetration testing: a practical checklist
SOC 2 doesn't strictly require a pentest, but auditors expect one. What to scope, what the report needs to contain, timing, and how to avoid a finding blocking your report.
complianceSOC 2buyer guide
·2 min read
How much does a penetration test cost in 2026?
A breakdown of pentest pricing models, what actually drives the number, typical ranges by scope, and why a fixed-scope test can be a fraction of a boutique engagement.
pricingbuyer guide