You are preparing for a penetration test of a multi-national company with offices in the US, EU, and Asia. The client has specified that physical security assessments are a part of the engagement. What is the FIRST step you must undertake to ensure compliance with scoping requirements?
Check local laws and regulations in each country regarding physical security testing
Immediately start with physical intrusion attempts to test the real-time response of the security
Conduct background checks on all team members who will perform the physical security assessments
Set a target list of physical locations to be tested without consulting with the client
Before starting physical security assessments in multiple countries, checking for local laws and regulations is essential. Each country may have different legal frameworks that dictate what type of security testing is permissible. Without this knowledge, the penetration testing team could inadvertently break the law or violate contractual obligations. Setting a target list or performing background checks can be important, but these steps come after understanding and complying with legal constraints.
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