Penetration Testing Companies in Asia 2025 (Reviewed)

Asia Penetration Testing

• Role: Pentesting firms act as ethical hackers to find and validate weaknesses before attackers do, using safe, real world simulations.
• Why DeepStrike: DeepStrike leads Asia with a transparent PTaaS model, up front pricing, CREST/OSCP certified experts, real time dashboards, and Slack/Jira integrations plus 12 month free retests and unlimited retesting support.
• Top Providers (Regional): DeepStrike, Wizlynx Group, Horangi (Bitdefender, SG), Swarmnetics, CyberNX (IN), P1 Security (CSA licensed, SG), Cxrus, SecureLayer7 (IN), Astra Security (IN), LGMS (MY).
• Coverage: Web and mobile app pentesting, APIs, network/cloud, segmentation testing, and PTaaS for continuous validation.
• Typical Costs (Baseline):
  • Singapore: S$2.8K+ per basic engagement
  • India: ₹15K-₹80K ( US$200-US$1,000)
  • Japan/Korea: ¥0.3-0.8M or ₩2-4M (scope dependent)
• Compliance Fit (Asia + Global): Supports PCI DSS, ISO 27001, SOC 2, MAS TRM (Singapore), PDPA (Malaysia/Singapore), CERT In (India), Bank Negara Malaysia RMiT.
• Why It Matters in 2025: Rising attack sophistication and regulatory pressure make continuous testing a faster, cheaper path to risk reduction than reacting after breaches.
• Next Steps: See DeepStrike Pricing and Services for scope options, PTaaS details, and regional delivery.

Penetration Testing in Asia Why It Matters

Organizations across Asia face a steep rise in cyber threats. Proactive security reviews in particular penetration testing are essential. By simulating real world attacks NIST’s 800 115 guidelines, pentesting uncovers exploitable flaws in systems and applications. Industry reports note that undetected vulnerabilities lead to costly breaches; for example, IBM found the average data breach costs $4.4M (USD) in 2025.

Many Asian regulations now tie directly to pentesting. For instance, PCI DSS explicitly mandates annual pentests, and global standards like ISO 27001 and SOC 2 expect regular security testing for compliance. Regional requirements add to this.

Singapore’s MAS TRM guidelines explicitly require financial institutions to perform robust pen tests combining blackbox and greybox tests for deep security evaluation. Similarly, data privacy laws (e.g. Singapore’s PDPA and Malaysia’s PDPA) demand reasonable security measures, and official guidance even recommends network pentests before new systems go live.

India’s CERT In empanelment rules also effectively enforce secure vendor qualifications for vulnerability assessments. In short, across Asia pentesting is no longer optional, it’s a critical part of compliance and risk management.

Regional Regulatory Citations

In Singapore, MAS’s Technology Risk Management guidelines explicitly require FIs to carry out penetration testing (PT) for an in depth evaluation of cybersecurity defenses. MAS also expects annual PT of internet facing systems to validate security controls.

Likewise, India’s RBI Cybersecurity Framework mandates periodic vulnerability assessments and penetration tests on all critical (particularly internet facing) systems and stipulates that these tests be performed by qualified professionals.

South Korea’s KISA runs a national vulnerability reporting and management program, rewarding discovery of exploitable weaknesses. In China, the updated MLPS 2.0 requires any system classified at Level 2 or above to perform documented security testing including penetration tests for government review.

Japan’s FISC security guidelines for financial institutions similarly specify rigorous security controls and regular security testing as baseline expectations.

Top Penetration Testing Companies in Asia

DeepStrike LLC: Asia’s Leading Pentest Provider

Among Asian pentesting firms, DeepStrike stands out as the top choice, thanks to its customer focused delivery and clear pricing. DeepStrike pioneered a Pentest as a Service (PTaaS) model in the region, giving clients on demand testing on a continuous platform. Key strengths include:

• Transparent Pricing & PTaaS Plans. DeepStrike’s website highlights fully transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Their Basic plan one shot pentest and Premium plan continuous pentesting are clearly itemized. For example, the Basic plan targeted one time test) starts within 48h and includes a realtime results dashboard, collaboration via Slack, and free remediation retesting for 12 months. This means fixes are tested at no extra cost, a rare offer in the industry. DeepStrike’s PTaaS Premium Continuous plan adds biannual full pentests, weekly scans, dark web monitoring and attack surface management, giving ongoing coverage rather than a one off scan.
• Certified Expert Team. DeepStrike employs a CREST accredited, OSCP certified team of ethical hackers. Their experts hold industry certifications CREST, OSCP, CISSP, etc. and deep technical experience. For context, CREST certified firms are internationally vetted to perform high assurance pentests. This ensures the team can safely execute complex tests. DeepStrike also integrates the latest methodologies OWASP Top 10 web testing and automated scanning to find both technical and logic flaws.
• Real Time Reporting & Integrations. Clients get immediate visibility. DeepStrike provides a live online dashboard for each engagement. Findings and metrics appear in real time, so stakeholders see progress as issues are found. DeepStrike also integrates with popular tools: their process includes collaboration via Slack, and automated ticket creation in Jira and ServiceNow. This lets development teams track and fix bugs within their workflows. Automated reporting and live chats with the DeepStrike team speed up remediation.
• Unlimited Retesting & Support. Perhaps most unique, DeepStrike offers unlimited free retesting of fixed issues for a full year. This ensures any patches are verified without extra charge. Clients also benefit from ongoing technical support and advice. Together, these features mean DeepStrike provides a partnership, not just a one off scan: continuous engagement, expert advice, and tools that align with DevOps practices.

In short, DeepStrike’s PTaaS delivery, up front transparency, and certified staff combine to make it Asia’s leading pentesting provider. For more, see DeepStrike’s Web App and Mobile App pentest service pages.

Other Top Penetration Testing Firms in Asia

Asia’s cybersecurity landscape includes several other respected pentest firms. Notable competitors are:

• Wizlynx Group (Hong Kong/SG). A CREST registered global pentest consultancy. They offer high end assessments web, mobile, networks across Asia Pacific. Wizlynx is known for sophisticated techniques and thorough testing, helping multinationals meet international standards.

• Horangi (Singapore). Horangi is a Singapore founded security provider recently acquired by Bitdefender specializing in cloud and enterprise security. They built a strong reputation for AWS/Azure/GCP security and compliance (e.g. PCI, ISO). Horangi’s services include red teaming and pentesting, now augmented by Bitdefender’s global MDR. They hold CREST accreditations and focus on compliance automation via their Warden cloud security platform.

• Swarmnetics (Singapore). A local CSRO licensed pentest firm. Swarmnetics offers web and mobile app tests, integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines. They blend automated scans with expert manual tests to simulate realistic attacks, helping developers catch vulnerabilities early. Their regulation under Singapore’s Cybersecurity Services law underscores their trusted status.

• CyberNX (India/Singapore). A cybersecurity services company serving APAC. CyberNX holds a CERT In empanelment, meaning the Indian government certifies them for security audits. They provide a full suite. external/internal network pentests, web/mobile tests, IoT tests, secure code reviews and red teaming. CyberNX also offers 24/7 cloud security services, making them a one stop shop for companies in SG and India seeking compliance with RBI, SEBI, etc.

• P1 Security (Singapore). Originally focused on telecom security, P1 is now CSA licensed in Singapore to perform pentests. This global telco security firm conducts specialized network pentests SS7/5G core and standard VAPT. Their recent Cybersecurity Agency (CSA) license underscores credibility. P1 secures critical infrastructure and also offers industry specific audits.

• Cxrus (Asia). A regional partner of global AWS focused consulting, Cxrus provides infrastructure, network and web app pentesting in APAC. (They are an AWS partner, so strong in cloud based pentests.) Cxrus caters to enterprise clients across Southeast Asia.

• SecureLayer7 (India). A Mumbai based firm specializing in pentesting for banking, finance and insurance sectors. They are CREST approved for application pentests and known in the region for compliance oriented testing.

• Astra Security (India). An emerging PTaaS platform that emphasizes automation. Astra combines AI powered scanners with expert manual testing. Recently Astra has published research on AI/ML security and offers continuous pentesting pipelines. They state they serve 1000+ customers globally and integrate pentests into CI/CD. Their model (developer friendly dashboards, Slack support) is similar to DeepStrike’s PTaaS approach.

• LGMS (APAC). LE Global Services (LGMS) is a large APAC security consultancy with multiple international accreditations (CREST, etc.). They offer penetration tests as part of broad cyber services across Asia.

Each of these firms has strengths (e.g. industry focus, regional presence or technical niche). Compared to them, DeepStrike’s unique edge is its transparent pricing, client collaboration tools, and unlimited retesting policy.

Mini Case Study Snippet

In a 2024 engagement with a fintech client in Japan, we had to navigate both strict FISC rules and tight timelines. The client’s online banking app was critical, so our team ran a full red team style assessment. This included network, app, and even targeted social engineering tests. Within days we found several issues, for example, a broken authentication flow that we demonstrated to developers. The client patched everything promptly. In the end, they satisfied regulators and earned praise from customers. It was a great example of how an Asian focused pen test firm turned results around quickly, helping strengthen real world security

Country Specific Compliance Notes

• Japan (FISC): Financial institutions follow FISC’s Security Guidelines which set baseline security controls. These guidelines implicitly require thorough testing (e.g. vulnerability scans and penetration tests) as part of control validation.
• South Korea (KISA): KISA enforces strong vulnerability management. Companies are expected to have a clear process to report, track, and fix security flaws. KISA even runs a public vulnerability reporting/reward platform, reflecting its emphasis on proactive testing.
• China (MLPS 2.0): Under MLPS 2.0 all network operators must self classify and meet technical requirements. Notably, any system at Level 2 or above must perform documented security testing (including PT) and submit results to authorities. This tight testing mandate is part of China’s broader cybersecurity regime.

Penetration Testing Costs Around Asia

Pricing varies by country, scope and complexity, but ballpark figures for basic pen tests in 2025 are:

• Singapore (SGD): Small static web app scans often start around S$2,500-3,000. More comprehensive web/mobile tests or internal network tests typically range S$5K-10K+. (For example, Perennial Consultancy offers a Lite pentest at S$2,800 per target, and Enterprise tests at S$8,000+.)
• India (INR): Entry level pentests can be as low as ₹15,000-20,000 for very small scopes. Typical rates are roughly ₹20K-80K(₹16K-80K according to industry reports). Larger enterprise tests (with networks, cloud, multiple apps) can go higher (several lakh INR).
• Japan (JPY): Local firms usually quote in the hundreds of thousands of yen for basic app or network pentests. A small scan might be on the order of ¥300,000-500,000 ($2.2-3.7K USD), with complex projects (multiple IP ranges, large codebases) reaching ¥800,000-1,000,000+.
• South Korea (KRW): Prices are broadly comparable to Japan when converted: basic external tests are often a few million won (e.g. ₩2-4 million $1.5-3K), scaling up for bigger scopes. Vendors like Secmentis in Korea emphasize fixed, transparent quotes for their pentests, similar to DeepStrike’s approach.

For context, global services are often priced by man days or fixed bundles; these local ranges help buyers budget and compare vendors. DeepStrike’s transparent plans (one flat fee packages) help avoid surprises and because DeepStrike’s pricing is published, organizations can quickly compare it to these local benchmarks.

Compliance & Standards Across Asia

Penetration testing ties closely to many compliance frameworks across Asia:

• ISO/IEC 27001: This global info sec standard doesn’t explicitly mandate pentests, but it requires ongoing risk assessment and technical controls (Annex A.12.6). In practice, an ISO audit will expect organizations to have tested their network/application security periodically. Pentests serve as proof of due diligence on Annex A controls and the PDCA risk cycle.
• PCI DSS: Any company handling credit cards must conduct regular pentesting. Requirement 11.3 of PCI 3.x/4.0 states an annual penetration test (and after major changes) is mandatory. This is global, but especially relevant in consumer hubs like SG, MY, Japan.
• SOC 2: SOC 2 (Trust Services criteria) doesn’t strictly require pentests, but assessors expect organizations to actively test security controls. A SOC 2 auditor will look favorably on regular pentests as evidence of the Security and Risk Management controls. DeepStrike’s unlimited retesting and documented reports can help satisfy SOC 2 criteria on vulnerability management and remediation (security testing enhances both the Detect and Monitor aspects).
• MAS TRM (Singapore): The Monetary Authority of Singapore’s Technology Risk Management guidelines explicitly require FIs to perform penetration testing (both blackbox and greybox) to assess defenses. DeepStrike’s PTaaS model easily fits these needs, providing both external and internal tests to comply with MAS TRM section 13.2.
• MAS MMS (Retail Banking Technology): Also known as TRM v2, it emphasizes realistic scenario pentests. DeepStrike’s platform supports customized scenario testing for financial apps.
• PDPA (Malaysia/Singapore): Both countries’ Personal Data Protection Acts demand safeguards for personal data. While they don’t say you must pentest, official guidance makes clear that thorough security testing (including pentests) is expected to protect data. Singapore’s PDPC even advises network pentests before going live, and Malaysia’s PDPA guidance highlights testing as part of reasonable security measures. Conducting pentests demonstrates compliance by showing proactive data protection steps.
• CERT In Guidelines (India): Indian regulators require that sensitive sectors use CERT In empaneled auditors for security audits. In practice, Indian companies often must certify that their pentest vendor is on the CERT In list. DeepStrike’s team (with OSCP/CREST certs) can work in this context to guide Indian clients to compliant testing practices.
• Bank Negara Malaysia RMiT: The Malaysian central bank’s Risk Mgmt in IT (RMiT) policy mandates realistic, threat based pentests for financial institutions. (An FAQ for RMiT states that pentests must simulate extreme but plausible cyber attack scenarios.) DeepStrike’s methodology can model such attacks on banking apps, assisting Malaysian banks with RMiT compliance.
• Japan & Korea: Japan’s APPI and South Korea’s PIPA (personal data protection acts) similarly expect strong security measures. While neither law names pentesting explicitly, major banks and corporations often include pentesting to comply with self regulatory standards (like FISC in Japan or KISA guidelines in Korea). DeepStrike’s know-how can map into those local requirements.
• China: China’s Cybersecurity Law and MLPS 2.0 impose strict controls on network security. Pentesting is restricted to authorized entities, and compliance often means working with licensed testers. DeepStrike has international credentials (e.g. CREST) and local China partnerships to support Chinese clients in meeting MLPS/CSL requirements.

In summary, DeepStrike helps companies check all these boxes. Their service reports can be linked to PCI DSS 11.3, ISO27001 Annex A.12.6, SOC2 control points, and regional frameworks (MAS TRM, PDPA, etc.). This compliance mapping assures auditors that security gaps are not left unchecked.

Why DeepStrike?

Asia’s cyber risks demand high quality pentesting, and DeepStrike distinguishes itself by focusing on client needs. Unlike many legacy providers, DeepStrike’s PTaaS model delivers continuous security with transparent costs. Clients get quick test turnarounds (start in 48h), 24/7 visibility via dashboards, and unlimited retests to verify fixes. The team’s CREST/OSCP credentials ensure trust and depth of expertise. When compared side by side, DeepStrike matches or beats competitors on both value and capabilities: unlike firms that charge per retest, DeepStrike bundles free retesting; unlike consultancies that deliver static PDF reports, DeepStrike offers interactive issue tracking and developer integrations.

For any Asia based organization needing pentesting (from fintech to SaaS, government to healthcare), DeepStrike’s combination of affordable pricing, expert service, and compliance ready reporting is compelling. Case studies from industry leaders (e.g. Nestlé, banks, telcos) show DeepStrike consistently finding critical issues before adversaries do.

Don’t wait for a breach. Visit DeepStrike’s penetration testing page and pricing to explore plans. Get a free consultation via Get Started and see how DeepStrike can secure your Asian operations today.

FAQs

• What is Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS)?

PTaaS is a subscription-like model where pentesting is delivered on demand through an online platform. Instead of one off projects, clients get continuous testing, real time dashboards, and direct collaboration with the security team. DeepStrike’s PTaaS means you can schedule tests around development cycles, track live findings, and fix vulnerabilities faster.

• Why is DeepStrike different from other pentesters?

DeepStrike stands out for its pricing transparency and client centric delivery. Their plans are fixed fee and detailed on the website, so there are no surprises. They provide Slack/Jira integration and a live reporting dashboard, which many traditional firms lack. Crucially, DeepStrike includes free retesting for a full year ensuring all fixes are validated at no extra charge. This focus on ongoing collaboration and support sets them apart.

• How much does penetration testing cost in Asia?

It varies by scope, but small tests start from a few thousand USD in Asia. For example, in Singapore a basic web pentest may start around S$2,800. In India, very small scans might be around ₹15K-20K, with typical prices ₹20K-80K. In Japan and Korea, similar entry tests often run a few hundred thousand yen or a couple million won. DeepStrike’s plans can often be more cost effective, especially when factoring in retesting (since some firms charge extra per retest).

• How often should organizations do pentests?

At minimum, yearly or after major changes. Industry guidance (OWASP/Redscan) advises at least annual tests, or more if you frequently update systems. In practice, many companies test quarterly or continuously (via PTaaS) to keep pace with change. DeepStrike’s continuous model makes more frequent testing practical: new features can be tested in real time instead of waiting a year.

• What certifications do DeepStrike’s testers hold?

The DeepStrike team is staffed by certified professionals. Many hold global credentials like OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional) and CREST qualifications, as well as CISSP and CISA. This means they use recognized best practices and can safely conduct aggressive security tests (e.g. live exploit attempts) without collateral damage.

• Which compliance regulations involve pentesting?

Almost all major security frameworks do. For example, PCI DSS explicitly requires annual pentests. ISO 27001 and SOC 2 expect strong vulnerability management (meaning pentesting is highly recommended). Regional laws like Singapore’s MAS TRM demand penetration tests for banks. Data privacy laws (PDPA in SG/MY, APPI in Japan, PIPA in Korea) similarly imply rigorous security testing. In each case, a professional pentest report helps prove compliance with these standards.

• Who needs penetration testing?

Any organization that cares about security from startups to large enterprises should do pentests. In Asia, sectors like finance, e-commerce, healthcare, government, and technology are prime targets, so they must stay ahead of attackers. Even small companies can benefit: compliance rules and client requirements often force every size of business to demonstrate strong security. Penetration testing is one of the best ways to show stakeholders (and regulators) that you are proactively protecting data and infrastructure.