Adaptive Validation

Adaptive Testing

Adapt test selection and depth when the target requires more than predefined checks.

Evidence traceApproved scopeTarget-aware testing
Capability architecture

Adaptive testing follows the target instead of a static plugin path.

Observed responses, failures and graph context determine the next safe step while approvals constrain sensitive execution.

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Why it matters

  • Attackers iterate when the first attempt fails.
  • Security testing should adapt to target behaviour while staying safe and authorised.
  • Adaptive testing is how ThreatCanary moves beyond static plugin logic.
02

ThreatCanary approach

  • Use validation results, errors, behaviours and graph context to choose next safe steps.
  • Escalate to human approval when testing becomes sensitive or uncertain.
  • Retain deterministic evidence for each decision and outcome.
03

What it validates or reveals

  • Target-specific weaknesses.
  • Paths that static checks would not cover.
  • Where additional approval, tooling or research is required.
04

Evidence produced

  • Decision trace showing why each test was selected.
  • Executed requests, responses and target-state evidence.
  • Coverage comparison showing what changed beyond the predefined path.
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