Overview
Master the art of penetration testing and vulnerability assessment with CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-002). This course equips learners with hands-on skills to evaluate the security of systems and networks by simulating real-world cyberattacks. You will gain a deep understanding of scoping, legal and compliance considerations, and professional conduct necessary for ethical penetration testing.
The journey begins with foundational topics, including regulations, methodologies, and reconnaissance techniques such as DNS and target reconnaissance. You’ll then explore advanced penetration skills, such as password attacks, SQL injection, cloud and IoT vulnerabilities, and post-exploitation methods. Modules on advanced practices teach reporting, remediation strategies, and client communication essentials for a complete pentesting lifecycle.
You’ll also develop programming basics for analyzing scripts and automating penetration testing tasks, enhancing efficiency and precision. This comprehensive flow ensures that you gain both the technical expertise and professional acumen to excel as a penetration tester.
This course is ideal for cybersecurity professionals preparing for the CompTIA PenTest+ certification, IT professionals, and security enthusiasts. Prior knowledge of networking, basic cybersecurity concepts, and IT fundamentals is recommended. The course is intermediate in difficulty and will prepare you for real-world penetration testing challenges.
Syllabus
Course 1: Foundations and Reconnaissance Techniques
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Course 2: Advanced Penetration Techniques
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Course 3: Reporting and Advanced Practices
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- Offered by Packt. Embark on a comprehensive journey into penetration testing with this course. You’ll develop critical skills in identifying ... Enroll for free.
Course 2: Advanced Penetration Techniques
- Offered by Packt. This course is designed to equip you with the expertise to perform advanced penetration testing, identify and exploit ... Enroll for free.
Course 3: Reporting and Advanced Practices
- Offered by Packt. Master the final stages of penetration testing and enhance your skills with advanced practices in this comprehensive ... Enroll for free.
Courses
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This course is designed to equip you with the expertise to perform advanced penetration testing, identify and exploit vulnerabilities, and strengthen the security of networks, applications, and cloud systems. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to conduct detailed security assessments, simulate real-world attacks, and implement effective countermeasures. The journey begins with an exploration of common exploit resources and denial-of-service attacks, setting the stage for more intricate techniques like ARP/DNS poisoning, VLAN hopping, and password cracking. You’ll dive into wireless network exploitation, web app vulnerabilities like SQL injection, and explore emerging attack vectors such as SSRF and API hacking. Advanced topics include IoT and cloud vulnerabilities, ICS/SCADA threats, and post-exploitation strategies. Learn persistence techniques, privilege escalation, and detection avoidance to round out your penetration testing arsenal. Real-world scenarios and industry-standard tools like Mimikatz and Bloodhound will sharpen your practical skills. This course is ideal for intermediate to advanced IT professionals, penetration testers, and cybersecurity enthusiasts aiming to expand their skillset. A strong foundation in networking and security fundamentals is recommended.
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Embark on a comprehensive journey into penetration testing with this course. You’ll develop critical skills in identifying vulnerabilities and assessing network resiliency against attacks. Gain an in-depth understanding of reconnaissance techniques and learn how to gather vital information to secure networks effectively. The course begins with foundational concepts of penetration testing, covering essential legal, regulatory, and compliance considerations like GDPR and PCI-DSS. You’ll explore standards and methodologies such as NIST and MITRE ATT&CK, ensuring a strong grounding in industry best practices. Learn the importance of professionalism and integrity while preparing for engagements by defining clear scopes and adhering to ethical guidelines. In the second phase, dive deep into reconnaissance and scanning techniques. Master tools like DNS recon, host discovery, and vulnerability scanning to identify weak spots in both traditional and cloud environments. You’ll also explore advanced concepts like defense detection and evasion, learning how to bypass security measures effectively. The course culminates with a detailed look at using Nmap, the trusted tool for probing and analyzing network vulnerabilities. This course is ideal for aspiring cybersecurity professionals, IT auditors, or anyone aiming to strengthen their understanding of penetration testing. It’s designed for learners with basic networking knowledge and offers a structured progression from foundational to advanced topics.
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Master the final stages of penetration testing and enhance your skills with advanced practices in this comprehensive course. Learn to create impactful reports, provide effective remediation guidance, and communicate efficiently with clients throughout the engagement. Gain a deeper understanding of programming basics to streamline your pentesting processes with automation. The course begins by emphasizing the importance of delivering high-quality written reports, detailing their components, and teaching best practices for crafting actionable recommendations. Explore strategies for maintaining clear communication during engagements and managing post-report activities, including client follow-ups, retests, and secure data destruction. In the second part of the course, you’ll dive into programming essentials for pentesters. Develop foundational programming skills, analyze exploit scripts, and adapt code to fit specific scenarios. Discover opportunities for automating repetitive tasks, such as host discovery and user enumeration, to improve efficiency and accuracy. This course is ideal for penetration testers, IT professionals, and security analysts looking to refine their reporting and communication skills while incorporating programming into their workflow. A basic understanding of penetration testing and networking is recommended to get the most out of this course.
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