This course is designed to equip you with the expertise to perform advanced penetration testing, identify and exploit vulnerabilities, and strengthen the security of networks, applications, and cloud systems. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to conduct detailed security assessments, simulate real-world attacks, and implement effective countermeasures.
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Advanced Penetration Techniques
This course is part of CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-002) Specialization
Instructor: Packt - Course Instructors
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What you'll learn
Exploit vulnerabilities across web, mobile, IoT, and cloud environments.
Master post-exploitation techniques, including privilege escalation and persistence.
Conduct sophisticated attacks like VLAN hopping, SSRF, and session hijacking.
Evade advanced defenses with stealthy detection avoidance strategies.
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There is 1 module in this course
In this module, we will delve into advanced penetration testing techniques that challenge the security of networks, systems, and applications. From exploiting vulnerabilities like VLAN hopping and MAC spoofing to tackling modern threats such as cloud attacks and IoT hacking, this section provides a hands-on approach to uncovering weaknesses. You will also learn how to test for logical flaws, develop persistence, and evade detection, ensuring comprehensive coverage of offensive security strategies.
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Yes, you can preview the first video and view the syllabus before you enroll. You must purchase the course to access content not included in the preview.
If you decide to enroll in the course before the session start date, you will have access to all of the lecture videos and readings for the course. You’ll be able to submit assignments once the session starts.
Once you enroll and your session begins, you will have access to all videos and other resources, including reading items and the course discussion forum. You’ll be able to view and submit practice assessments, and complete required graded assignments to earn a grade and a Course Certificate.