Master the final stages of penetration testing and enhance your skills with advanced practices in this comprehensive course. Learn to create impactful reports, provide effective remediation guidance, and communicate efficiently with clients throughout the engagement. Gain a deeper understanding of programming basics to streamline your pentesting processes with automation.
Reporting and Advanced Practices
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Reporting and Advanced Practices
This course is part of CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-002) Specialization
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4 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
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What you'll learn
Write professional penetration test reports with actionable recommendations.
Analyze and modify scripts to enhance pentesting capabilities.
Automate repetitive tasks to improve efficiency in engagements.
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There are 2 modules in this course
In this module, we will explore the critical elements of professional penetration testing engagements beyond technical execution. You will learn to create clear, actionable written reports, recommend effective re-mediations, and maintain open communication with clients throughout the testing process. Additionally, we will examine post-report activities to ensure successful project closure and maintain ethical and professional standards.
What's included
4 videos2 readings1 assignment
In this module, we will focus on programming skills essential for penetration testing. You will learn the basics of scripting, analyze and modify existing exploit scripts, and discover opportunities to automate processes like host discovery and file enumeration. These foundational skills will enhance your ability to efficiently uncover and exploit vulnerabilities during engagements.
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3 videos1 reading2 assignments
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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.
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