Security assessments where a designated team simulates real-world attacks on a company's systems, networks, or facilities is also referred to as Red Teaming. The objective of red team testing is to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in an organization's security defenses, including people, processes, and technology.

Red team testing differs from traditional security assessments, such as penetration testing or vulnerability scanning, in that it seeks to emulate the tactics and strategies of real attackers, rather than focusing solely on identifying specific vulnerabilities. This helps organizations better understand their overall security posture and readiness to defend against sophisticated cyber threats.