AI Penetration Testing
Secure your chatbots and LLM applications
Specialist testing that finds the weaknesses unique to AI before they expose your data or disrupt your service.
Discuss your AI testing How it works
- CREST & CHECK accredited testers
- UK-based account team
- Live results platform
- No-obligation scoping call
Overview
AI introduces a new kind of attack surface
AI is now embedded in everyday business functions, from customer-facing chatbots to internal assistants. Like any software, these systems can contain vulnerabilities, and because they often process large volumes of data, the impact of a compromise can be significant.
Our AI penetration testing is a specialised assessment focused on the risks specific to AI and large language model (LLM) technologies. We probe how your systems respond to manipulation, examine the APIs and code around them, and test against the OWASP Top 10 for LLM applications. The service is delivered in partnership with Rootshell Security, a CREST and CHECK accredited provider.
The ISO/IEC 42001 standard for AI management offers useful guidance on managing these risks, and testing gives you the evidence to show your controls work in practice.
What's included
What we test
We combine AI-specific attack techniques with established application security checks.
Prompt injection
Crafted inputs designed to make the system reveal sensitive information or take actions it should not.
Jailbreaking
Attempts to push the model beyond its intended boundaries, potentially producing harmful or misleading output.
Data poisoning and model inversion
Assessment of whether training or input data could be tampered with, or whether outputs reveal details of the model's design.
API security
Testing of the APIs your chatbot uses to connect with other systems and data sources.
Code analysis
Review of the chatbot's code to identify potential vulnerabilities.
Encryption checks
Verification that sensitive data is encrypted both at rest and in transit.
How it works
How an AI engagement works
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Understand your AI use
We discuss where and how you use AI, the data involved and your security requirements.
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Agree a tailored scope
We shape a package around your goals, risk appetite and budget.
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Simulate real-world attacks
Testers assess your system against the OWASP Top 10 for LLMs, including prompt injection, model denial of service and model theft.
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Report and remediate
You receive a detailed report with step-by-step remediation guidance, with results available through a live vulnerability management platform.
Benefits
What AI testing protects
User data
Find weaknesses in systems that handle names, contact details and payment information.
Access control
Make sure only authorised users can control your chatbot and the data behind it.
Service availability
Reduce the risk of attacks that disrupt or disable your AI tools.
Trust and reputation
Show customers and stakeholders that you take privacy and safety seriously, and avoid the fallout of a breach.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Will AI replace human penetration testers?
No. AI augments skilled testers rather than replacing them. Combining AI tooling with human expertise produces more thorough and accurate assessments.
How often should AI systems be tested?
Testing should follow any significant change to your infrastructure or network, such as software upgrades. We can also advise on a continuous testing approach for systems that evolve frequently.
How long does AI penetration testing take?
It depends on the size of your organisation, the complexity of your requirements and the number of assets in scope. We will give you a clear timescale once we understand your environment.
Can testing be carried out remotely?
Yes. Where internal access is needed, a remote testing device can be deployed on your site, allowing testers to work as though they were physically present.
How much does it cost?
Every engagement is priced to its scope, so there is no fixed fee. Get in touch and we will provide a tailored quote.
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