PEN-200: Penetration Testing with Kali Linux

Penetration Testing with Kali Linux Syllabus

• Introduction to Cybersecurity

  Master the core concepts, technologies, and best practices that form the bedrock of cybersecurity, providing a solid foundation for your pen testing journey.

• Report Writing for Penetration Testers

  Learn to craft clear, actionable reports that detail security vulnerabilities, and potential impact, and provide step-by-step remediation guidance to help clients strengthen their security.

• Information Gathering

  Employ advanced ethical hacking techniques and tools like Nmap and Shodan to meticulously map target systems, uncover potential entry points, and discover exploitable vulnerabilities.

• Vulnerability Scanning

  Utilize powerful tools like Nessus and OpenVAS to systematically identify known vulnerabilities in networks, applications, and systems, streamlining your penetration testing process.

• Introduction to Web Applications

  Gain a deep understanding of how web applications function, their underlying technologies, and the architectural weaknesses that give rise to common attack vectors.

• Common Web Application Attacks

  Explore the techniques behind prevalent web attacks like cross-site scripting (XSS), injection flaws, and session hijacking, and learn essential mitigation strategies.

• SQL Injection Attacks

  Master the art of manipulating databases via SQL injections to extract sensitive information, compromise backend systems, and escalate your privileges.

• Client-Side Attacks

  Discover how to exploit vulnerabilities in web browsers, browser extensions, and client-side technologies like JavaScript to compromise user systems and gain unauthorized access.

• Locating Public Exploits

  Learn where to find reliable public exploits, how to assess their applicability, and how to integrate them responsibly into your security testing workflow.

• Fixing Exploits

  Adapt and customize existing exploits, employ obfuscation techniques, and develop creative payloads to bypass defenses and successfully test target systems.