Automated attack simulation proves real attack paths like a penetration test, but runs autonomously and repeatably — continuously, or after every change.
In detail
It sits between the one-off manual pentest and the continuous need for validation. By chaining exploits the way an attacker would, it shows which paths are walkable — and because it's automated, it can be repeated as often as the environment changes.
It is part of what's now called Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM).
AEGYS Pentest is autonomous attack simulation.
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Last updated: 5 June 2026 · 4 min read