Penetration Testing

Program Overview

15 Days – Introduction to Penetration Testing

An entry-level course focused on the basics of penetration testing, including setup, tools, and techniques. Learn the foundational knowledge necessary for ethical hacking and security assessments.

• Key Topics: Types of penetration testing, legal and ethical considerations, penetration testing lifecycle, lab environment setup, reconnaissance, vulnerability scanning, basic exploitation techniques.
• Key Tools: Kali Linux, Metasploit, Nmap, Burp Suite, Netcat, OpenVAS.
• Mini Project: Exploit a basic vulnerability using Metasploit.

30 Days – Intermediate Penetration Testing

Dive deeper into network, web application, and wireless network penetration testing. Learn advanced exploitation techniques and how to assess and exploit vulnerabilities in real-world scenarios.

• Key Topics: Network scanning and mapping, vulnerability assessment, exploiting common network vulnerabilities (SMB, FTP), SQL Injection, XSS, CSRF, wireless network penetration testing.
• Key Tools: Aircrack-ng, Kismet, Wireshark, Burp Suite, ZAP Proxy.
• Intermediate Project: Perform penetration testing on a web application and network services.

45 Days – Advanced Penetration Testing

Focus on post-exploitation techniques, advanced exploitation, and platform-specific attacks. Learn how to exploit vulnerabilities on various platforms (Windows, Linux, macOS) and develop custom exploits.

• Key Topics: Privilege escalation, social engineering attacks, data exfiltration, writing custom exploits, post-exploitation and persistence techniques.
• Key Tools: Immunity Debugger, OllyDbg, Metasploit.
• Advanced Project: Develop and execute a full penetration test on a simulated network environment.

60 Days – Comprehensive Penetration Testing

Learn about testing cloud environments, mobile apps, and advanced web application vulnerabilities. Study techniques to bypass firewalls and IDS/IPS systems, and secure cloud and mobile platforms.

• Key Topics: Penetration testing of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), mobile application security testing, advanced SQL Injection, bypassing firewalls, IDS/IPS evasion.
• Comprehensive Project: Perform a complete penetration test on a cloud-based application and mobile app.

90 Days – Professional Penetration Testing

Learn about advanced penetration testing methodologies, risk assessment, red teaming, and adversary simulations. Understand how to conduct thorough, structured penetration tests and simulate persistent threats.

• Key Topics: Red teaming, structured penetration testing methodologies, legal considerations, advanced persistence mechanisms, adversary simulations.
• Professional Project: Full penetration testing engagement from start to finish, identifying vulnerabilities, exploiting them, and reporting findings.

180 Days – Master Penetration Testing

Master the art of exploit development, IoT security testing, and penetration testing automation. Prepare for certification exams like CEH, OSCP, and CISSP, and develop your penetration testing career.

• Key Topics: Advanced exploit development, IoT penetration testing, penetration testing automation, career preparation, certifications.
• Master Project: Automate penetration testing exploits and develop a complete IoT penetration testing engagement.
• Career Development: Build a professional portfolio, resume, and prepare for interviews.

Program Benefits

• Comprehensive Curriculum: Learn all stages of penetration testing, from reconnaissance and vulnerability scanning to advanced exploit development and post-exploitation techniques.
• Hands-On Practice: Work on real-world projects and case studies, including web apps, mobile apps, networks, cloud environments, and IoT devices.
• Specialized Training: Focus on advanced penetration testing topics like cloud, IoT, and automation, setting you up for cutting-edge cybersecurity challenges.
• Career Support: Prepare for industry certifications and secure penetration testing roles with job-ready skills, resume building, and interview preparation.

By completing this program, you'll gain the technical expertise and practical experience needed to become a proficient penetration tester, capable of handling a wide range of security assessments and challenges.