AI Pentesting Is Changing How Often You Can Test

This guide describes AI pentesting—AI agents that continuously map exposures, attempt exploit chains, and produce reproducible evidence—contrasting it with traditional penetration testing, automated testing, BAS and red teaming; it outlines rules of engagement, limitations (business-logic gaps, false confidence, data handling), how AI testing fits into CTEM and MSSP services, and compliance considerations for DORA TLPT, NIS2 and PCI DSS.