The next step in the engagement after reviewing initial findings with the client is to attest the findings and deliver the report. This report provides a detailed account of vulnerabilities, risks, and recommended actions. It serves as a crucial communication tool for stakeholders and guides subsequent actions. While live demonstrations and lessons learned are valuable, they typically occur later in the process.

After initial review of findings with the client, the next step is attesting the findings and delivering the final report, detailing vulnerabilities, impacts, and recommendations

C. Attestation of findings and delivery of the report After the penetration-testing activities have concluded and the initial findings have been reviewed with the client, the next step in the engagement typically involves attesting to the findings and delivering the final report to the client. This report will detail all the vulnerabilities discovered, the potential impacts of these vulnerabilities, and recommendations for remediation. This step is crucial for providing the client with a comprehensive understanding of the security posture of their systems and the necessary steps to improve it.