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What is the difference between white, gray, and blackbox testing?

In the world of cybersecurity, testing is an essential aspect of identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities in computer systems, networks, and web applications. One of the most commonly used methods for testing is penetration testing, or "pen-testing" for short. Pen-testing involves simulating a cyber attack to identify vulnerabilities that could be exploited by an attacker. There are three main types of pen-testing: white box, gray box, and black box testing. In this blog post, we will discuss the key differences between these types of testing and the pros and cons of each approach, written for a non-technical user to understand.

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