VAPT Case Study : Eliminating Critical Server Vulnerabilities for a Leading Enterprise
How a strategic security assessment protected critical business operations and hardened the digital core of a major enterprise in Southeast Asia.
About the Customer
The client is a large-scale, diversified enterprise with significant operations across Southeast Asia. Their business relies on a complex fleet of servers that power everything from internal operations to client-facing services. For them, the security and integrity of this digital core are paramount to sustained success and market leadership.
At a Glance: From High-Risk to Resilient
| Phase | Details |
|---|---|
| The Challenge | The client's aging and inconsistent server infrastructure posed a significant business risk, with potential threats from unsupported legacy systems, insecure data transfer protocols, and widespread configuration errors. |
| The Solution | AKATI Sekurity was engaged to perform a comprehensive Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Test (VAPT) combined with strategic Server Hardening and Secure Configuration modules. |
| The Business Outcome | The engagement led to a 100% elimination of critical risks, fortified data security, and provided a clear roadmap for future modernization, directly strengthening the company's security posture and business resilience. |
The Challenge: Securing Aging and Inconsistent Server Infrastructure
The client's security team faced a significant challenge in maintaining a consistent security posture across its varied server fleet. The key business risks that prompted a comprehensive security assessment were:
| Vulnerability Type | Risk Description & Business Impact |
|---|---|
| Unsupported Legacy Systems Critical | A major breach was possible due to an active but unsupported legacy operating system—a clear and present danger to the entire network. |
| Insecure Data-in-Transit High | Widespread use of deprecated and weak SSL/TLS protocols exposed sensitive internal and client data to potential interception, creating compliance and reputational risks. |
| Server Misconfigurations Medium | Numerous configuration errors and information leaks provided potential entry points for attackers, increasing the corporate attack surface. |
| Lack of Risk Visibility Operational | The security team lacked clear insight into which vulnerabilities posed the most immediate and realistic threat to core business operations. |
The Solution: A Comprehensive Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Test (VAPT)
To provide centralized visibility and drive a rapid reduction in business risk, the client partnered with AKATI Sekurity. The solution moved beyond simple scanning to deliver a clear, actionable roadmap for remediation.
1. Server Hardening to Eliminate OS-Level Risks
The assessment immediately identified the most critical risk on the network: an unsupported operating system. The Server Hardening module provided the data needed for the client's team to take immediate, decisive action.
Key Result: 100% of critical OS-level risks were eliminated.
Key Result: A 3x faster mean time to patch (MTTP) was achieved for critical vulnerabilities through clear prioritization.
Key Result: The findings provided a compelling business case for prioritizing the migration of legacy assets.
2. VAPT Suite to Fix Insecure Configurations
The VAPT Suite systematically uncovered 17 unique vulnerability types across 14 core servers. The findings detailed the widespread use of weak SSL/TLS ciphers and protocols that put sensitive corporate and client data at risk. Remediation efforts were prioritized based on business impact, focusing on data-in-transit security and server integrity.
Business Impact: Quantifying the Security Improvements
The following metrics highlight the positive business outcomes after the successful remediation of all identified vulnerabilities. These projections reflect the tangible value delivered by strengthening the company's security foundation.
| Category | Improvement | Business Value |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Risk Exposure | 100% Reduction | Eliminated the most severe threats to business continuity. |
| Insecure Protocols (SSL/TLS) | 100% Remediated | Secured sensitive data-in-transit, protecting client and company information. |
| Vulnerability Remediation Speed | 3x Faster | Increased operational efficiency and reduced the window of opportunity for attackers. |
| Security Baseline Compliance | 95% Improvement | Ensured systems meet best-practice security standards, improving overall governance. |
Conclusion: Building a Resilient Foundation for Growth
Visibility is the foundation of security. This engagement transformed the client's approach from reactive to proactive, empowering them to eliminate their most significant threats with speed and precision. By hardening their digital core, the client not only secured critical data but also built a resilient and trusted foundation for future business growth.
