Black Box testing – Are you testing the Pentester, or your target?

This blog post advises organizations on selecting and scoping penetration tests, cautioning that first-time black-box engagements often test the pentester rather than the target and can lead to mismatched expectations and unrepresentative risk findings. It recommends a hybrid approach—brief black-box reconnaissance followed by a collaborative, information-rich phase—to focus on high-value assets, align goals, and deliver more actionable outcomes.