Certified Penetration Testing Professional (C|PENT AI)

Module 1: Introduction to Penetration Testing

• Overview of penetration testing principles, types, processes, methodologies, and ethical considerations.

Module 2: Penetration Testing Scoping and Engagement

• Guidelines for defining the scope, engagement rules, timelines, resource allocation, and legal aspects of penetration testing.

Module 3: Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)

• Techniques for gathering intelligence through public sources, including website analysis, DNS interrogation, and utilizing OSINT tools.

Module 4: Social Engineering Penetration Testing

• Strategies for conducting social engineering attacks via email, telephone, and physical methods to assess human vulnerabilities.

Module 5: Network Penetration Testing – External

• Methods for external network assessments, including port scanning, OS and service fingerprinting, vulnerability research, and exploit verification.

Module 6: Network Penetration Testing – Internal

• Approaches for internal network evaluations, covering footprinting, scanning, enumeration, vulnerability assessment, exploitation, and post-exploitation activities.

Module 7: Network Penetration Testing – Perimeter Devices

• Assessment of perimeter security devices such as firewalls, routers, and intrusion detection systems to identify potential vulnerabilities.

Module 8: Web Application Penetration Testing

• Techniques for evaluating web application security, including identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities like SQL injection, XSS, and others.

Module 9: Wireless Penetration Testing

• Methods for assessing the security of wireless networks, including Wi-Fi protocols, encryption, and potential attack vectors.

Module 10: IoT Penetration Testing

• Approaches for testing the security of Internet of Things devices, including firmware analysis and exploitation techniques.

Module 11: OT/SCADA Penetration Testing

• Techniques for assessing the security of Operational Technology and SCADA systems, including Modbus protocol interception and PLC communication analysis.

Module 12: Cloud Penetration Testing

• Strategies for evaluating cloud infrastructure security, including configuration assessments and vulnerability identification.

Module 13: Binary Analysis and Exploitation

• Skills for analyzing and exploiting binary executables, including reverse engineering and exploit development.

Module 14: Report Writing and Post-Testing Actions

• Guidelines for documenting findings, creating comprehensive reports, and outlining actionable recommendations for remediation.

This structured curriculum ensures that participants develop a deep and wide-ranging skill set in penetration testing, equipping them to handle the complexities of modern cybersecurity challenges.

By the end of the CPENT course, participants will be able to:

Master Advanced Penetration Testing Techniques

• Apply sophisticated methods to perform penetration tests on networks, web applications, IoT devices, and cloud environments.

Execute Real-World Penetration Tests

• Use dynamic, live practice ranges to simulate real enterprise environments and develop practical skills in exploiting vulnerabilities and network bypassing.

Conduct In-Depth OSINT and Social Engineering Attacks

• Leverage open-source intelligence (OSINT) to gather critical information and utilize social engineering techniques to assess human vulnerabilities.

Assess and Exploit Network Vulnerabilities

• Perform external, internal, and perimeter network testing, including the identification of security flaws and exploitation of system weaknesses.

Identify Security Risks in Web, Wireless, and IoT Systems

• Conduct web application penetration tests, evaluate wireless security, and identify vulnerabilities in IoT devices and SCADA/OT systems.

Develop Expertise in Privilege Escalation and Binary Exploitation

• Gain proficiency in privilege escalation, binary exploitation, and reverse engineering techniques to exploit system weaknesses.

Implement Effective Post-Testing Actions

• Document penetration testing findings, prepare clear and actionable security reports, and provide recommendations for remediation to organizations.

Prepare for the CPENT and LPT Master Certification Exams

• Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve the Certified Penetration Testing Professional (CPENT) and Licensed Penetration Tester (LPT) Master certifications, demonstrating advanced penetration testing abilities.

This course provides the essential tools and practical experience to help professionals become advanced penetration testers, able to evaluate, protect, and secure modern enterprise networks.

The CPENT course is designed for cybersecurity professionals who want to develop advanced penetration testing skills and validate their expertise in real-world attack scenarios. It is ideal for:

Penetration Testers & Ethical Hackers

• Professionals looking to enhance their skills in network, web, IoT, cloud, and SCADA penetration testing.

Cybersecurity Analysts & Consultants

• Security professionals responsible for identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities in enterprise environments.

Red Team & Blue Team Members

• Individuals working in offensive security (Red Team) or defensive security (Blue Team) who need practical experience in adversary tactics.

Network & Security Engineers

• IT and security professionals responsible for securing networks, applications, and cloud infrastructure.

Incident Responders & Digital Forensics Experts

• Professionals focused on detecting, analyzing, and mitigating cyber threats using penetration testing methodologies.

IT Professionals Transitioning into Cybersecurity

• Individuals with networking, system administration, or software development experience who want to enter the field of ethical hacking and penetration testing.

Cybersecurity Managers & Consultants

• Security leaders who need hands-on knowledge of penetration testing to assess threats and develop stronger security strategies.

This course is tailored for those who aspire to become elite penetration testers and gain industry-recognized certification in offensive cybersecurity.