Advance Penetration Testing
Dive into the advanced realm of penetration testing, where expertise is honed to navigate complex security landscapes. From comprehensive information gathering using OSINT to advanced techniques like buffer overflow exploits, privilege escalation, and post-exploitation activities, this course equips you with in-depth skills. Explore tools like Metasploit, PowerShell Empire, and engage in hands-on challenges to master the art of ethical hacking, emphasizing legal and ethical considerations.
Course Outline
- Module 1: Introduction
Overview of penetration testing, its importance, and the ethics behind hacking. - Module 2: Information Gathering
Techniques and tools to gather information about targets, focusing on OSINT. - Module 3: Scanning
Identifying active devices, open ports, and services in a network using tools like Nmap. - Module 4: Automated Tools
Introduction to comprehensive tools like Metasploit that automate various stages of pen-testing. - Module 5: Manual Tools
Introduction to non-automated, specialized tools that require manual intervention and understanding. - Module 6: Password Cracking
Techniques and tools (like John the Ripper) to decipher passwords by brute force, dictionary attacks, or other methods. - Module 7: Buffer Overflow
Understanding memory vulnerabilities, exploiting buffer overflows, and stack-based attacks. - Module 8: Windows Privilege Escalation
Exploiting vulnerabilities in Windows environments to gain higher access privileges. - Module 9: Linux Privilege Escalation
Leveraging misconfigurations or vulnerabilities in Linux to escalate user privileges. - Module 10: PowerShell Empire
Utilizing the post-exploitation agent built on cryptologically-secure communications for Windows environments. - Module 11: Bash Scripting
Writing and understanding Bash scripts to automate tasks and handle repetitive actions. - Module 12: Web Application Testing
Techniques to discover and exploit vulnerabilities specific to web applications and services. - Module 13: Wireless Network Exploitation
Identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in wireless networks, including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. - Module 14: Social Engineering
Psychological manipulation techniques to deceive users and gain confidential information or access. - Module 15: Firewall Evasion
Techniques and tools to bypass firewall restrictions and achieve unfiltered access. - Module 16: Antivirus Evasion
Methods to avoid detection from antivirus software when deploying payloads or malware. - Module 17: Post-Exploitation Activities
Steps and techniques post-system breach, including data exfiltration and ensuring persistent access. - Module 18: 15 CTFs (Capture The Flags)
Hands-on challenges to test and apply learned skills in real-world-like scenarios. - Module 19: Report Writing
Crafting detailed and concise reports post-assessment, detailing vulnerabilities and remediation suggestions. - Module 20: Legal and Ethical Considerations
Emphasizing the importance of permissions, understanding the legal boundaries, and the ethics behind penetration testing.
Personal Benefits:
Expertise in Advanced Techniques: Acquire proficiency in advanced penetration testing techniques, enhancing your ability to identify and exploit complex vulnerabilities.
Hands-On Experience: Engage in hands-on challenges, including 15 CTFs (Capture The Flags), to apply learned skills in realistic scenarios.
Legal and Ethical Understanding: Gain a nuanced understanding of legal and ethical considerations, ensuring responsible and ethical penetration testing practices.
Professional Benefits:
Specialized Career Advancement: Elevate your career by specializing in advanced penetration testing, qualifying for roles such as Senior Penetration Tester or Security Consultant.
Holistic Security Assessments: Conduct thorough security assessments, providing organizations with comprehensive insights into their security postures.
Comprehensive Reporting Skills: Develop the ability to craft detailed and concise reports post-assessment, aiding in effective communication of vulnerabilities and remediation suggestions.
Job Opportunities (source):
Senior Penetration Tester: Lead and conduct advanced penetration tests, providing strategic insights into an organization's security resilience.
Security Consultant: Offer specialized advice on complex security challenges, guiding organizations in strengthening their defenses.
Incident Responder: Leverage advanced penetration testing skills to respond to and mitigate security incidents effectively.
Security Researcher: Explore emerging threats and vulnerabilities, contributing to the cyber security community's knowledge base.
Red Team Lead: Lead red teaming exercises, simulating real-world cyber-attacks to assess an organization's readiness.
Embark on the advanced penetration testing journey to not only enhance your personal cyber security skills but also to unlock specialized and high-profile career opportunities in the dynamic field of ethical hacking and security assessment.
