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• PENTEST+: Course Overview

  The CompTIA PenTest+ course prepares you for the CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-002 certification exam, equipping you with the skills needed for penetration testing and vulnerability assessment. The course covers the methodologies and concepts of penetration testing and includes a simulated pen test scenario for a fictitious company to reinforce practical skills. It is ideal for those looking to identify system vulnerabilities and implement effective remediation strategies.

   

• PENTEST+: Course Modules

  Module 1: Planning and Scoping

  • Planning and Scoping Compare and contrast governance, risk, and compliance concept
  • Explain the importance of scoping and organisational/customer requirements
  • Given a scenario, demonstrate an ethical hacking mindset by maintaining professionalism and integrity

  Module 2: Information Gathering and Vulnerability Scanning

  • Given a scenario, perform passive reconnaissance
  • Given a scenario, perform active reconnaissance
  • Given a scenario, analyse the results of a reconnaissance exercise
  • Given a scenario, perform vulnerability scanning

  Module 3: Attacks and Exploits

  • Given a scenario, research attack vectors and perform network attacks
  • Given a scenario, research attack vectors and perform wireless attacks
  • Given a scenario, research attack vectors and perform application-based attacks
  • Given a scenario, research attack vectors and perform attacks on cloud technologies
  • Explain common attacks and vulnerabilities against specialised systems
  • Given a scenario, perform a social engineering or physical attack
  • Given a scenario, perform post-exploitation techniques

  Module 4: Reporting and Communication

  • Compare and contrast important components of written reports
  • Given a scenario, analyse the findings and recommend the appropriate remediation within a report
  • Explain the importance of communication during the penetration testing process
  • Explain post-report delivery activities

  Module 5: Tools and Code Analysis

  • Tools and Code Analysis
  • Given a scenario, analyse a script or code sample for use in a penetration test
  • Explain use cases of the following tools during the phases of a penetration test

• PENTEST+: Course Objectives

  • Plan and scope penetration testing engagements.
  • Conduct information gathering and vulnerability scanning.
  • Perform attacks and exploits to identify security weaknesses.
  • Communicate findings through comprehensive reporting.
  • Analyse tools and code used in penetration testing.

• PENTEST+: Prerequisites

  Who Should Attend:

  This course is suitable for IT professionals aiming to develop penetration testing skills and understand system vulnerabilities. It is also ideal for individuals preparing for the CompTIA PenTest+ certification exam or planning to pursue advanced security certifications and career roles in cybersecurity.

  To succeed in this course, participants should have:

  • Intermediate knowledge of information security concepts such as identity and access management (IAM), cryptography, networking, and common security technologies.
  • Practical experience securing various computing environments, from small businesses to enterprise-level systems.
  • Three to four years of hands-on experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, or vulnerability management is recommended.