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Penetration Testing Course
Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking
Enhance your skills by learning network scanning, vulnerability assessment, and ethical hacking through hands-on projects. Join this Penetration Testing Course and learn how to identify and fix security weaknesses.
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Pen Test
Reconnaisance
Kali Linux
Kali Linux Tool Suit
Kali linux Commands
Active Reconnaissance
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50+ Guided Projects
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About this course
Enhance your skills by learning network scanning, vulnerability assessment, and ethical hacking through hands-on projects. Join this Penetration Testing Course and learn how to identify and fix security weaknesses.
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Course outline
Industry focussed curriculum designed by experts
Introduction to Penetration Testing
5 items
0.27 hr
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction to Penetration Testing
- Rules of Engagement
- Methodologies & Standards
- Threat Modeling
Planning and Preparation for Pen-Testing
8 items
1.39 hr
- Life Cycle and Planning for a Pen Test
- Gathering Requirements
- Introduction to Kali Linux
- Kali Linux Installation Demo
- Kali Linux Tool Suite
- Recon-ng Tool in Kali Linux
- Basic Kali Linux Terminal Commands
- Essential Kali Linux Terminal Commands
Reconnaissance
4 items
0.36 hr
- Introduction to Active and Passive Reconnaissance
- Passive Reconnaissance
- Scanning and Network Reconnaissance
- Scanning and Network Reconnaissance Demo
Vulnerability Assessment
2 items
0.31 hr
- Vulnerability Scanning and Enumeration
- Vulnerability Mapping
Exploitation
4 items
0.40 hr
- Introduction to Metasploit
- Metasploit - Demo
- Exploiting Eternal Blue Vulnerability
- Demo Metasploitable EternalBlue
Post Exploitation and Defence Mechanism
3 items
0.22 hr
- Pivoting and Post-Exploitation
- Defense Evasion Techniques
- Learning Outcomes
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Start 7-Day Free TrialGuided Projects
Solve real-world projects in this Penetration Testing Course with a detailed step-by-step guide, starter code templates, and access to model solutions to improve your skills and build a standout resume.
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Earn a certificate for every project you complete.
- GUIDED PROJECT 1
- Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing of a Local Network
- This project aims to provide students with hands-on experience in conducting a comprehensive vulnerability assessment and penetration testing on a local network environment. Students will utilize Kali Linux and various penetration testing tools to identify, exploit and report vulnerabilities in network systems, thereby enhancing their understanding of security measures and best practices.
- GUIDED PROJECT 2
- Exploitation Project Using Metasploit
- In this project, students will utilize the Metasploit framework to exploit a known vulnerability (such as the EternalBlue vulnerability) in a controlled environment. The project will guide them through the phases of setting up vulnerable systems, choosing appropriate exploits and conducting penetration testing to gain unauthorized access, culminating in a comprehensive report of the process and findings.
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Start 7-Day Free TrialCourse Instructors
Abdul Mateen
Information Security Analyst
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can enroll in this penetration testing course online?
The course is ideal to beginners, IT professionals, and those who are interested in ethical hacking and cybersecurity. There is no experience required to begin this penetration testing training course.
What will I learn in this penetration testing training course?
You will gain knowledge on how to set up Kali Linux, how to issue commands, active reconnaissance, passive reconnaissance, vulnerability scan, exploitation with metasploit, post exploitation methods and defense evasion measures.
What practical skills will I gain from this pentesting course?
By the end of this course, you will be in a position to carry out vulnerability testing, visualize network vulnerabilities, safely exploit vulnerabilities, and carry out defense evasion. You will also learn how to use Kali Linux tools.
Does the course include practical projects?
Yes. Two hands-on projects are included:
These projects provide applied experience and help build portfolio-ready work.
Do I need any prior knowledge of cybersecurity to join this penetration testing course?
No. The course begins with the basics and gradually proceeds to advanced methods of penetration testing, which is why it is not that complicated to begin with and is rather appropriate to all beginners and intermediate learners.
What is special about this penetration testing course as compared to the rest?
There is a combination of theory and practical learning in this course. They are taught using examples and accompanied by guided projects and quizzes so that you acquire skills that you can apply right away in actual cybersecurity practice.
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