Bella Vista, NSW, Australia – 14 July 2026 – Risk Associates, an established risk and cybersecurity compliance and assessment firm with over 25 years of experience, today announced that it has been approved as a CREST-accredited Vulnerability Assessment service provider, further expanding its portfolio of internationally recognised cybersecurity assurance services and reinforcing its commitment to helping organisations proactively identify and manage cyber risk.
As organisations continue to face increasingly complex technology environments, the ability to identify vulnerabilities before they become security incidents has become a critical component of effective cyber risk management. The CREST accreditation validates Risk Associates’ capability to deliver structured, independent vulnerability assessment services that support organisations in understanding their exposure, prioritising remediation efforts, and strengthening overall cyber resilience.
This latest accreditation builds upon Risk Associates’ ongoing commitment to internationally recognised cybersecurity standards and follows the organisation’s recent achievement of CREST accreditation for Penetration Testing services. Together, these accreditations demonstrate the firm’s continued investment in strengthening its cybersecurity assurance capabilities and delivering trusted security services aligned with global best practices.
The accreditation follows a rigorous assessment process that evaluates technical competence, operational processes, quality management practices, and service delivery standards. By achieving CREST accreditation for Vulnerability Assessment Services, Risk Associates joins a select group of organisations recognised for delivering services in accordance with internationally accepted cybersecurity standards.
Dr Aftab Rizvi, Chairman – Associates Group, stated: “Cybersecurity is no longer solely about responding to threats; it is about continuously understanding and reducing risk. Vulnerability assessments provide organisations with valuable visibility into their security posture, enabling informed decisions and timely remediation. This accreditation reflects the maturity of our assessment practices and our ongoing commitment to delivering trusted assurance services.”
The accreditation enhances Risk Associates’ capability to support organisations in establishing effective vulnerability management programs, improving cyber resilience, and maintaining a proactive approach to security across evolving digital environments. Through a combination of technical expertise, risk-based assessment methodologies, and industry-recognised practices, Risk Associates remains committed to helping organisations identify, understand, and address vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.
About
Risk Associates
With over 25 years in cybersecurity testing and compliance, Risk Associates is a global cybersecurity compliance, testing and assessment service provider, Risk Associates is PCI SSC Qualified Security Assessor Company (QSAC), PCI Approved Scanning Vendor (ASV), PCI Secure Software Framework (SSF), PCI PIN, and PCI 3DS Assessor. The firm also employs Australian Signals Directorate approved IRAP assessor, reflecting its expertise in specialised security assessments across various regulatory environments. These credentials establish Risk Associates as a reliable partner for industry-validated security and compliance solutions.
About
CREST (International)
CREST (International) is a global not-for-profit organisation dedicated to raising standards and building trust in the cybersecurity profession.
Established in the UK in 2006, CREST (International) works with its international community of Member companies and practitioners to promote excellence, integrity and professional development across the cyber ecosystem. Through robust standards, accreditation frameworks and skills pathways, CREST (International) helps organisations buy cybersecurity services with confidence and supports practitioners in developing trusted, globally recognised careers.
Working closely with governments, regulators and industry stakeholders, CREST (International) plays an active role in shaping policy, strengthening market confidence, and supporting the growth of a resilient, professional cybersecurity sector worldwide.
For more information, visit www.crest-approved.org
