AI Security Assessment

AI Security Assessment: Secure Your AI Before Attackers Exploit It

An AI security assessment evaluates the security posture of artificial intelligence and machine learning systems, identifying vulnerabilities in model architecture, data pipelines, inference endpoints, and deployment infrastructure. Petronella Technology Group performs comprehensive AI security assessments that test for prompt injection, data poisoning, model extraction, adversarial attacks, and supply chain risks. Combining 24+ years of cybersecurity expertise with deep AI engineering knowledge, we secure AI systems for enterprises across healthcare, defense, finance, and government.

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OWASP Top 10
AI Risks Covered
24+
Years Cybersecurity
100%
Private Assessment
5+
AI Frameworks Tested

Key Takeaways

  • 77% of organizations deploying AI have no AI-specific security testing (Gartner 2024). Standard penetration tests do not cover AI attack surfaces.
  • Prompt injection, data poisoning, and model extraction are the top three AI-specific threats identified by OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications (2025 edition).
  • Petronella assesses both commercial and private AI deployments, including OpenAI, Anthropic, AWS Bedrock, Azure OpenAI, and self-hosted open-source models.
  • Every assessment includes a remediation roadmap with specific technical fixes, not just a list of findings. We implement the fixes if you need us to.
Our Services

What We Deliver

LLM and Prompt Security Testing

We test large language model deployments for prompt injection, jailbreaking, system prompt extraction, and output manipulation. Both direct and indirect injection vectors are evaluated.

Data Pipeline Security

Assessment of training data sources, preprocessing pipelines, and storage systems for data poisoning risks, unauthorized access, and compliance violations related to PII or CUI in training data.

Model Infrastructure Review

Security evaluation of inference endpoints, API gateways, authentication mechanisms, rate limiting, and network exposure. We identify paths attackers could use to abuse or extract your models.

Supply Chain Analysis

Review of third-party model dependencies, open-source library risks, and vendor security posture. AI supply chain attacks are increasing as organizations rely on pre-trained models and frameworks.

Adversarial Robustness Testing

We craft adversarial inputs designed to cause model misclassification, bias exploitation, or safety filter bypasses. Testing reveals how resilient your model is against intentional manipulation.

Compliance Mapping

AI security findings are mapped to NIST AI RMF, EU AI Act requirements, HIPAA (for healthcare AI), and CMMC (for defense AI). Compliance-ready reports support regulatory documentation.

Comparison

AI Security Approaches Compared

ApproachStandard Pen TestPetronella AI Security Assessment
Prompt injection testingNot includedComprehensive
Data pipeline reviewNot includedFull assessment
Model extraction testingNot includedIncluded
OWASP LLM Top 10Not coveredAll 10 risks tested
NIST AI RMF mappingNoYes
Remediation implementationRecommendations onlyAvailable, full implementation
Expert-Led

Led by Craig Petronella

Craig Petronella founded Petronella Technology Group in 2002 and brings 30+ years of cybersecurity expertise. A CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP-1372), certified ethical hacker, and author, Craig combines deep technical knowledge with AI-powered automation to deliver superior outcomes.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What AI systems can you assess?
Any AI deployment: commercial APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, AWS Bedrock, Azure OpenAI), self-hosted open-source models (Llama, Mistral, etc.), custom-trained models, RAG systems, AI agents, and embedded ML models. We assess the full stack from model to infrastructure.
How long does an AI security assessment take?
A standard assessment takes 2-4 weeks depending on the number of AI systems and complexity. LLM-only assessments can be completed in 1-2 weeks. Enterprise deployments with multiple models and data pipelines may require 4-6 weeks.
We use a commercial AI API. Do we still need an assessment?
Yes. The way you integrate, configure, and deploy commercial AI creates unique attack surfaces. System prompts, RAG configurations, function calling setups, and output handling all introduce risks that the AI vendor does not assess for you.
Can you assess AI systems handling sensitive data?
Yes. We assess AI systems processing PHI (HIPAA), CUI (CMMC), PII, financial data, and classified information. Our assessment methodology includes data flow analysis to verify sensitive data is properly protected throughout the AI pipeline.
What is the OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications?
It is a standardized list of the most critical security risks specific to large language model applications, published by OWASP in 2023 and updated in 2025. It covers prompt injection, insecure output handling, training data poisoning, model denial of service, supply chain vulnerabilities, and more.

Secure Your AI Before Launch

Get an AI security assessment. We will test your AI systems against real-world attack techniques and deliver a prioritized remediation plan.

Petronella Technology Group, Inc.

5540 Centerview Dr. Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27606

Phone: 919-348-4912

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