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CompTIA PenTest Certification Training in Republic, Missouri

CompTIA training from Hartmann Software Group, delivered onsite in Republic, Missouri or live online.

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What you'll learn

This CompTIA PenTest+ training class is for intermediate-skills-level cybersecurity professionals who are tasked with hands-on penetration testing to identify, exploit, report, and manage vulnerabilities on a network.

This course is also designed for individuals who are preparing to take the CompTIA PenTest+ certification exam PT0-001, or who plan to use PenTest+ as the foundation for more advanced security certifications or career roles. Individuals seeking this certification should have three to four years of hands-on experience performing penetration tests, vulnerability assessments, and vulnerability management.

Prerequisites

Experience in the following is required for this CompTIA class: 1. Intermediate knowledge of information security concepts, including but not limited to identity and access management (IAM), cryptographic concepts and implementations, computer networking concepts and implementations, and common security technologies. 2. Practical experience in securing various computing environments, including small to medium businesses, as well as enterprise environments.

Course Outline

Planning and Scoping Penetration Tests

Introduction to Penetration Testing Concepts

Plan a Pen Test Engagement

Scope and Negotiate a Pen Test Engagement

Prepare for a Pen Test Engagement

Conducting Passive Reconnaissance

Gather Background Information

Prepare Background Findings for Next Steps

Performing Non-Technical Tests

Perform Social Engineering Tests

Perform Physical Security Tests on Facilities

Conducting Active Reconnaissance

Scan Networks

Enumerate Targets

Scan for Vulnerabilities

Analyze Basic Scripts

Analyzing Vulnerabilities

Analyze Vulnerability Scan Results

Leverage Information to Prepare for Exploitation

Penetrating Networks

Exploit Network-Based Vulnerabilities

Exploit Wireless and RF-Based Vulnerabilities

Exploit Specialized Systems

Exploiting Host-Based Vulnerabilities

Exploit Windows-Based Vulnerabilities

Exploit *nix-Based Vulnerabilities

Testing Applications

Exploit Web Application Vulnerabilities

Test Source Code and Compiled Apps

Completing Post-Exploit Tasks

Use Lateral Movement Techniques

Use Persistence Techniques

Use Anti-Forensics Techniques

Analyzing and Reporting Pen Test Results

Analyze Pen Test Data

Develop Recommendations for Mitigation Strategies

Write and Handle Reports

Conduct Post-Report-Delivery Activities

Training locations

CompTIA PenTest Certification training across the U.S. and beyond.

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