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HailBytes Penetration Testing Scoping Calculator

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Professional penetration testing scoping calculator for security consultants and penetration testers to accurately estimate project scope, resources, timeline, and costs.

🎯 Key Features

  • Comprehensive Scope Input - External/internal IPs, web applications, wireless networks
  • Real-time Calculations - Instant estimation of duration, team size, and resources
  • VM Resource Planning - AWS/Azure cost estimates and specifications
  • Industry-Specific Calculations - Healthcare, Financial, Government, Retail considerations
  • Compliance Support - PCI DSS, HIPAA, SOX, ISO 27001 requirements
  • Professional Timeline - 4-phase testing methodology breakdown
  • Lead Generation - Integrated quote request system
  • Educational Content - Best practices and methodologies
  • Mobile Responsive - Works on all devices
  • Analytics Dashboard - Track usage and conversions

🚀 Perfect For

  • Security consultants and penetration testers
  • Cybersecurity firms
  • IT service providers
  • Compliance professionals
  • Security training organizations

📋 How It Works

  1. Add the shortcode [pentest_scoping_calculator] to any page or post
  2. Users input their testing scope requirements
  3. Calculator provides instant estimates for timeline, resources, and costs
  4. Users can request detailed quotes through integrated lead capture
  5. Monitor leads and analytics from WordPress dashboard

🛡️ Compliance Standards Supported

  • PCI DSS - Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard
  • HIPAA - Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
  • SOX - Sarbanes-Oxley Act
  • ISO 27001 - Information Security Management

📚 Educational Content

The plugin includes comprehensive educational resources covering:

  • Penetration testing methodologies
  • Scoping best practices
  • Common pitfalls and optimization tips
  • Industry standards and compliance guidance
  • Resource planning strategies

🔧 Installation

Automatic Installation

  1. Log in to your WordPress dashboard
  2. Navigate to Plugins → Add New
  3. Search for "HailBytes Penetration Testing Calculator"
  4. Click Install Now and then Activate

Manual Installation

  1. Download the plugin ZIP file
  2. Navigate to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
  3. Choose the ZIP file and click Install Now
  4. Activate the plugin

Setup

  1. Go to Settings → Pentest Calculator to configure
  2. Add shortcode [pentest_scoping_calculator] to any page/post
  3. Customize settings as needed

💻 Usage

Basic Shortcode

[pentest_scoping_calculator]

Customization Options

The plugin provides extensive customization through:

  • Admin settings panel
  • CSS styling modifications
  • Custom calculation parameters
  • Lead management dashboard

🎨 Features

Calculation Engine

  • Resource Estimation - CPU, memory, storage requirements
  • Timeline Planning - Phase-by-phase breakdown
  • Cost Analysis - Detailed pricing with cloud provider options
  • Team Sizing - Optimal team composition recommendations

Lead Management

  • Automatic lead capture and storage
  • Export capabilities for CRM integration
  • Email notifications for new quote requests
  • Analytics tracking and reporting

Mobile Experience

  • Fully responsive design
  • Touch-optimized interface
  • Cross-platform compatibility
  • Progressive web app features

🔒 Privacy & Security

  • Data Protection - Lead information stored securely in WordPress database
  • No External Transmission - All data remains on your server
  • GDPR Compliance - Respects user privacy preferences
  • Secure Processing - Industry-standard security practices

📊 Analytics & Reporting

  • Usage statistics and conversion tracking
  • Lead source analysis
  • Popular calculation parameters
  • Export capabilities for business intelligence

🛠️ Technical Requirements

  • WordPress 5.0 or higher
  • PHP 7.4 or higher
  • Modern web browser with JavaScript enabled
  • MySQL database for lead storage

🤝 Contributing

We welcome contributions to improve the calculator! Please:

  1. Fork the repository
  2. Create a feature branch
  3. Submit a pull request with detailed description

📞 Support & Documentation

🔗 Professional Services

HailBytes offers comprehensive penetration testing services:

  • Custom penetration testing engagements
  • Security assessments and audits
  • Compliance consulting
  • Security training and awareness programs

📄 License

This project is licensed under the GPL v2 or later - see the LICENSE file for details.

🏢 About HailBytes

HailBytes empowers security professionals with innovative tools and comprehensive training programs. We specialize in making enterprise-grade security accessible to organizations of all sizes.

Website: https://hailbytes.com


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