Certified Penetration Testing Professional Certification Course - Qatar

Certified Penetration Testing Professional Certification Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Penetration Testing and Methodologies

• Principles and Objectives of Penetration Testing
• Penetration Testing Methodologies and Frameworks
• Best Practices and Guidelines for Penetration Testing
• Role of Artificial Intelligence in Penetration Testing
• Role of Penetration Testing in Compliance with Laws, Acts, and Standards

Module 2: Penetration Testing Scoping and Engagement

• Penetration Testing: Pre-engagement Activities
• Key Elements Required to Respond to Penetration Testing RFPs
• Drafting Effective Rules of Engagement (ROE)
• Legal and Regulatory Considerations Critical to Penetration Testing
• Resources and Tools for Successful Penetration Testing
• Strategies to Effectively Manage Scope Creep

Module 3: Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)

• Collect Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) on Target’s Domain Name
• Collect OSINT about Target Organisation on the Web
• Perform OSINT on Target’s Employees
• OSINT Using Automation Tools
• Map the Attack Surface

Labs:

• Collect OSINT on Target’s Domain Name, Web, and Employees
• Collect OSINT Using Automation Tools
• Identify and Map Attack Surface

Module 4: Social Engineering Penetration Testing

• Social Engineering Penetration Testing Concepts
• Off-site Social Engineering Penetration Testing
• On-site Social Engineering Penetration Testing
• Document Findings with Countermeasure Recommendations

Labs:

• Sniff Credentials Using the Social-Engineer Toolkit (SET)

Module 5: Web Application Penetration Testing

• Web Application Footprinting and Enumeration Techniques
• Techniques for Web Vulnerability Scanning
• Test for Vulnerabilities in Application Deployment and Configuration
• Techniques to Assess Identity Management, Authentication, and Authorisation Mechanisms
• Evaluate Session Management Security
• Evaluate Input Validation Mechanisms
• Detect and Exploit SQL Injection Vulnerabilities
• Techniques for Identifying and Testing Injection Vulnerabilities
• Exploit Improper Error Handling Vulnerabilities
• Identify Weak Cryptography Vulnerabilities
• Test for Business Logic Flaws in Web Applications
• Evaluate Applications for Client-Side Vulnerabilities

Labs:

• Perform Website Footprinting
• Perform Web Vulnerability Scanning Using AI
• Perform Various Attacks on Target Web Application

Module 6: API and Java Web Token Penetration Testing

• Techniques and Tools to Perform API Reconnaissance
• Test APIs for Authentication and Authorisation Vulnerabilities
• Evaluate the Security of JSON Web Tokens (JWT)
• Test APIs for Input Validation and Injection Vulnerabilities
• Test APIs for Security Misconfiguration Vulnerabilities
• Test APIs for Rate Limiting and Denial of Service (DoS) Attacks
• Test APIs for Security of GraphQL Implementations
• Test APIs for Business Logic Flaws and Session Management

Labs:

• Perform API Reconnaissance Using AI
• Scan and Identify Vulnerabilities in APIs
• Exploit Various Vulnerabilities to Gather Information on the Target Application

Module 7: Perimeter Defense Evasion Techniques

• Techniques to Evaluate Firewall Security Implementations
• Techniques to Evaluate IDS Security Implementations
• Techniques to Evaluate the Security of Routers
• Techniques to Evaluate the Security of Switches

Labs:

• Identify and Bypass a Firewall
• Evade Perimeter Defenses Using Social-Engineer Toolkit 
• Perform WAF Fingerprinting

Module 8: Windows Exploitation and Privilege Escalation

• Windows Pen Testing Methodology
• Techniques to Perform Reconnaissance on a Windows Target
• Techniques to Perform Vulnerability Assessment and Exploit Verification
• Methods to Gain Initial Access to Windows Systems
• Techniques to Perform Enumeration with User Privilege
• Techniques to Perform Privilege Escalation
• Post-Exploitation Activities

Labs:

• Exploit Windows OS Vulnerability
• Exploit and Escalate Privileges on a Windows Operating System
• Gain Access to a Remote System
• Exploit Buffer Overflow Vulnerability on a Windows Machine

Module 9: Active Directory Penetration Testing

• Architecture and Components of Active Directory
• Active Directory Reconnaissance
• Active Directory Enumeration
• Exploit Identified Active Directory Vulnerabilities
• Role of Artificial Intelligence in AD Penetration Testing Strategies

Labs:

• Explore the Active Directory Environment
• Perform Active Directory Enumeration
• Perform Horizontal Privilege Escalation and Lateral Movement
• Retrieve Cached Active Directory Credentials

Module 10: Linux Exploitation and Privilege Escalation

• Linux Exploitation and Penetration Testing Methodologies
• Linux Reconnaissance and Vulnerability Scanning
• Techniques to Gain Initial Access to Linux Systems
• Linux Privilege Escalation Techniques

Labs:

• Perform Reconnaissance and Vulnerability Assessment on Linux
• Gain Access and Perform Enumeration
• Identify Misconfigurations for Privilege Escalation

Module 11: Reverse Engineering, Fuzzing, and Binary Exploitation

• Concepts and Methodology for Analysing Linux Binaries
• Methodologies for Examining Windows Binaries
• Buffer Overflow Attacks and Exploitation Methods
• Concepts, Methodologies, and Tools for Application Fuzzing

Labs:

• Perform Binary Analysis
• Explore Binary Analysis Methodology
• Write an Exploit Code
• Reverse Engineer a Binary
• Identify and Debug Stack Buffer Overflows
• Fuzzing an Application

Module 12: Lateral Movement and Pivoting

• Advanced Lateral Movement Techniques
• Advanced Pivoting and Tunneling Techniques to Maintain Access

Labs:

• Perform Pivoting
• Perform DNS Tunneling and HTTP Tunneling

Module 13: IoT Penetration Testing

• Fundamental Concepts of IoT Pentesting
• Information Gathering and Attack Surface Mapping
• Analyse IoT Device Firmware
• In-depth Analysis of IoT Software
• Assess the Security of IoT Networks and Protocols
• Post-Exploitation Strategies and Persistence Techniques
• Comprehensive Pentesting Reports

Labs:

• Perform IoT Firmware Acquisition, Extraction, Analysis, and Emulation
• Probe IoT Devices

Module 14: Report Writing and Post-Testing Actions

• Purpose and Structure of a Penetration Testing Report
• Essential Components of a Penetration Testing Report
• Phases of a Pen Test Report Writing
• Skills to Deliver a Penetration Testing Report Effectively
• Post-Testing Actions for Organisations

Labs:

• Generate Penetration Test Reports

Who should attend this CPENTᴬᴵCertified Penetration Testing Professional Course?

This CPENTᴬᴵCertified Penetration Testing Professional Course is ideal for professionals seeking to build advanced penetration testing and exploitation skills across diverse enterprise environments. It is particularly beneficial for the following professionals:

• Penetration Testers
• Red Team Operators
• Security Analysts and Engineers
• Network and System Administrators
• Cybersecurity Consultants
• IT Security Managers and Directors
• Offensive Security Specialists

Prerequisites for the CPENTᴬᴵCertified Penetration Testing Professional Course

There are no strict prerequisites. However, prior knowledge of network security, ethical hacking, and operating system fundamentals is recommended.

Certified Penetration Testing Professional (CPENTᴬᴵ) Course Overview

The Certified Penetration Testing Professional (CPENTᴬᴵ) Course immerses learners in advanced offensive security practices, covering every stage from reconnaissance and exploitation to post-exploitation and reporting for enterprise systems.

This CPENTᴬᴵ training delivers practical, AI-powered labs, validated certification, and real-world expertise, enabling professionals to master sophisticated penetration testing techniques and elevate their cybersecurity careers.

The Knowledge Academy 5-Day CPENTᴬᴵ Training offers a globally recognised, high-impact learning experience designed to meet EC-Council’s most advanced standards.

CPENTᴬᴵCertified Penetration Testing Professional Course Objectives

• To master AI-powered penetration testing methodologies 
• To conduct OSINT, web, API, and IoT penetration tests 
• To exploit vulnerabilities in Windows, Linux, and Active Directory 
• To evade perimeter defences and maintain access 
• To create professional penetration testing reports 

After attending this course, delegates will assess enterprise security posture, uncover critical vulnerabilities, and deliver actionable remediation guidance. 

What’s included in this CPENTᴬᴵ Certified Penetration Testing Professional Course?

• Certified Penetration Testing Professional Examination
• 1-year lab access and access to eBooks as part of the course package
• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• Certified Penetration Testing Professional Certificate
• Digital Delegate Pack

Certified Penetration Testing Professional (CPENT) Certification  Exam Information:

The Certified Penetration Testing Professional (CPENT) exam evaluates a candidate proficiency in penetration testing techniques and cybersecurity principles. The exam format is as follows:

• Exam Type: 100% practical, hands-on exam.
• Exam Duration: You can choose between two 12-hour sessions or a single 24-hour session.
• Exam Mode: Online