WordPress and other CMS platforms run a large share of Cyprus business websites — and most incidents trace not to core but to a vulnerable plugin, a weak password, or an insecure file upload. Our WordPress and CMS penetration testing goes beyond scanner output to actually exploit those weaknesses across core, plugins, themes and configuration, so a defacement or data leak never becomes your problem.
The plugin and theme ecosystem is where CMS risk concentrates: one outdated component with a known CVE can hand an attacker file upload and full remote code execution. We enumerate every component, validate known vulnerabilities by exploitation, and probe the authentication, XML-RPC and REST surfaces that automated bots hammer daily.
A CMS breach is rarely subtle — defacement, SEO spam injected into your pages, card skimmers or ransomware — and for a Cyprus business it hits reputation and GDPR at once. Because these sites are public and constantly probed by bots, 'we keep it updated' is not the same as 'we have proven it is secure.'
What we test
Core, plugin and theme vulnerabilities (known CVEs)
Authentication, brute-force and user enumeration
File upload and remote code execution
Insecure configuration and exposed files
XML-RPC and REST API abuse
Privilege escalation and admin takeover
Common vulnerabilities we uncover
Vulnerable or outdated plugins and themes
Unauthenticated file upload leading to RCE
User enumeration and weak authentication
Sensitive file and backup exposure
Stored XSS via posts, comments or plugins
Privilege escalation to administrator
How we run your engagement
Kick-off & scoping. A short call to agree goals, in-scope assets and rules of engagement, so your wordpress & cms penetration testing is safe, authorised and aimed at your real business risk.
Mapping & discovery. Before touching anything we map the full attack surface in scope, so nothing exploitable slips through.
Hands-on testing. Cyprus-based specialists exploit and chain weaknesses manually — the flaws scanners walk straight past — to show genuine impact.
Reporting. Each issue is verified, CVSS-rated and documented with a step-by-step reproduction and a practical fix your team can apply.
Free retest. Once you have remediated, we re-test at no extra cost to confirm the attack path is truly closed.
Tools & techniques
We combine CMS-aware discovery (WPScan-class enumeration of core, plugins and themes) with manual exploitation of what we find. Known-vulnerable components are confirmed by actually exploiting them where safe, and configuration is reviewed against hardening baselines — file permissions, exposed backups, debug endpoints and XML-RPC.
We then test the human-facing layer: authentication strength, user enumeration, password policy and the upload and comment paths that turn a low-severity bug into administrator access.
When you need this engagement
You run a business-critical WordPress, Drupal or Joomla site
You rely on many third-party plugins or a custom theme
Your site handles logins, payments or customer data
You have been defaced, spammed or compromised before
You want assurance before a launch or redesign
What you receive
Executive and technical report with evidence
Plugin/theme/core vulnerability inventory
Prioritised, exploitable-risk findings
Hardening and configuration guidance
Attestation letter where required
Complimentary retest after fixes
Your deliverables
When your wordpress & cms penetration testing wraps up, you receive a clear, audit-ready report plus a walkthrough call with your team. Inside you will find:
A concise executive summary that management and the board can act on
Every technical finding with a reproducible, copy-paste proof of concept
CVSS v3.1 ratings and plain-language business impact for each issue
Practical, prioritised remediation your developers can implement straight away
A free retest and updated finding status once fixes are in place
A signed attestation letter for clients, auditors, GDPR, NIS2 and ISO 27001
Standards & frameworks
OWASP Top 10OWASP WSTGCIS BenchmarksWordPress hardening guidance
What you gain
By the end of your wordpress & cms penetration testing, you will know exactly which weaknesses a real attacker could exploit, what it would cost your business, and the precise order in which to fix them — backed by evidence, not a scanner’s guesswork. Cyprus firms use our findings to close critical gaps, satisfy client and regulator security questionnaires, and demonstrate due diligence for GDPR and NIS2. With a free retest included, you also get documented proof the issues are resolved.
Working with us
Every wordpress & cms penetration testing begins with a short, no-obligation scoping call to understand your goals, environment and constraints, followed by a fixed-price proposal. Most work is delivered remotely, and because we are based in Cyprus we work in your timezone with on-site visits across Limassol, Nicosia and island-wide where it helps. We keep you updated throughout and flag any critical finding immediately rather than waiting for the report. Everything is covered by a signed NDA and safe, non-disruptive testing that protects your production systems. You receive your report, a walkthrough and a complimentary retest once fixes land. Engagements are typically booked one to three weeks ahead, and urgent testing can often be arranged — just email hi@cypruspentest.com.
Why Cyprus businesses choose CyprusPentest
Your wordpress & cms penetration testing is run by senior offensive-security specialists who test the way genuine attackers do — manually, creatively and focused on proving real impact. What sets us apart:
Based in Cyprus — local, in your timezone, with on-site coverage across Limassol and Nicosia.
Manual, exploit-led testing that chains vulnerabilities the way an attacker would, well beyond automated scanners.
Reproducible proof for every finding, with copy-paste steps your team can independently verify.
Compliance-ready reporting that supports GDPR, NIS2, ISO 27001 and CySEC expectations.
A free retest so you have documented evidence your fixes actually hold.
Fixed-price and responsive, with a named point of contact from scoping through to retest.
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How much does WordPress & CMS Penetration Testing cost?
Every wordpress & cms penetration testing in Cyprus is scoped and priced individually, so you pay only for the coverage you need — with no hidden extras. After a short, no-obligation scoping call we send a fixed-price quote, usually within one business day, with clear deliverables, a firm timeline and a complimentary retest included. The price depends on the size and complexity of your environment, so you always know the cost up front before any work begins.
