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CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-002) Specialization
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CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-002) Specialization

Master Ethical Penetration Testing Techniques. Learn advanced pentesting methodologies, vulnerability exploitation, and automation techniques to secure modern systems and networks.

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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

(14 reviews)

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 month at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers

What you'll learn

  • Implement penetration testing methodologies and assess vulnerabilities efficiently.

  • Conduct advanced exploitation techniques, including network, cloud, and IoT attacks.

  • Generate comprehensive pentest reports with actionable remediation strategies.

  • Automate repetitive testing tasks with scripts and analyze exploit code.

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Taught in English
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Specialization - 3 course series

What you'll learn

  • Analyze legal and compliance requirements for ethical penetration testing.

  • Conduct effective reconnaissance using advanced tools and techniques.

  • Implement industry-standard methodologies like MITRE ATT&CK and PTES.

  • Bypass security defenses and assess vulnerabilities in cloud environments.

Skills you'll gain

Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Infrastructure Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, NIST 800-53, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Network Analysis, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Exploitation techniques, Information Privacy, and Threat Detection

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.

Skills you'll gain

Penetration Testing, Exploitation techniques, Network Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Wireless Networks, Vulnerability Assessments, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Application Security, Application Programming Interface (API), and Cloud Security

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.

Skills you'll gain

Scripting, Penetration Testing, Technical Writing, Technical Communication, Automation, Security Controls, Exploit development, and Technical Consulting

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