CompTIA PenTest+ Certification in San Antonio

CompTIA PenTest+ Certification Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing

• Understanding Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
• What is the Difference Between Ethical Hacking and Nonethical Hacking?
• Understanding the Current Threat Landscape
• Exploring Penetration Testing Methodologies
• Penetration Testing Methods

Module 2: Planning and Scoping a Penetration Testing Assessment

• Explaining the Importance of the Planning and Preparation Phase
• Understanding the Legal Concepts of Penetration Testing
• Learning How to Scope a Penetration Testing Engagement Properly
• Learning the Key Aspects of Compliance-Based Assessments

Module 3: Information Gathering and Vulnerability Identification

• Understanding Information Gathering and Reconnaissance
• Understanding the Art of Performing Vulnerability Scans
• Understanding How to Analyze Vulnerability Scan Results

Module 4: Social Engineering Attacks

• Understanding Social Engineering Attacks
• Phishing
• Pharming
• Malvertising
• Spear Phishing
• SMS Phishing
• Voice Phishing
• Whaling
• Elicitation, Interrogation, and Impersonation (Pretexting)
• Social Engineering Motivation Techniques Shoulder Surfing
• USB Key Drop and Social Engineering

Module 5: Exploiting Wired and Wireless Networks

• Exploiting Network-Based Vulnerabilities
• Exploiting Wireless and RF-Based Attacks and Vulnerabilities

Module 6: Exploiting Application-Based Vulnerabilities

• Overview of Web Applications for Security Professionals
• How to Build Your Own Web Application Lab
• Exploiting Authentication-Based Vulnerabilities
• Exploiting Authorisation-Based Vulnerabilities
• Understanding Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerabilities
• Understanding Cross-Site Request Forgery Attacks
• Understanding Clickjacking
• Exploiting Security Misconfigurations
• Exploiting File Inclusion Vulnerabilities
• Exploiting Insecure Code Practices

Module 7: Exploiting Local Host and Physical Security Vulnerabilities

• Exploiting Local Host Vulnerabilities
• Understanding Physical Security Attacks

Module 8: Performing Post-Exploitation Techniques

• Maintaining Persistence After Compromising a System
• Understanding How to Perform Lateral Movement
• Understanding How to Cover Your Tracks and Clean Up Systems After a Penetration Testing Engagement

Module 9: Penetration Testing Tools

• Understanding the Different Use Cases of Penetration Testing Tools and
• How to Analyze Their Output
• Penetration Testing–Focused Linux Distributions
• Common Tools for Reconnaissance and Enumeration
• Encapsulation and Tunneling Using DNS and Other Protocols Like NTP
• Common Decompilation, Disassembling, and Debugging Tools
• Leveraging Bash, Python, Ruby, and PowerShell in Penetration Testing Engagements

Module 10: Understanding How to Finalize a Penetration Test

• Explaining Post-Engagement Activities
• Surveying Report Writing Best Practices
• Understanding the Importance of a Quality Report
• Discussing Best Practices of Writing a Penetration Testing Report
• Understanding Report Handling and Communications Best Practices

Who should attend this CompTIA PenTest+ Certification Training Course?

The CompTIA PenTest+ Certification in San Antonio is designed for Cybersecurity professionals who want to specialize in Penetration Testing or ethical hacking. This course is especially beneficial for:

• Penetration Testers
• Cybersecurity Professionals
• IT Professionals
• Security Analysts
• Information Security Managers
• Network Administrators
• IT Auditors

Prerequisites of the CompTIA PenTest+ Certification Training Course

There are no formal prerequisites for attending the CompTIA Pentest+ Training. However, it will be beneficial for delegates to have some prior experience or knowledge in network and system administration, as well as a foundational understanding of Information Security principles. Moreover, it's often recommended to have the CompTIA Security+ Certification or equivalent knowledge before pursuing the CompTIA Pentest+ Training.

CompTIA PenTest+ Training Overview

PenTest, also known as Penetration Testing, is a method to find security loopholes that an attacker could use to exploit a network or web applications in San Antonio. It is a process that involves gathering information about the target before the test starts as well as identifying probable points, attempting to end to end point security sessions.

The CompTIA PenTest+ Certification Course in San Antonio is a comprehensive training designed for professionals in the field of Cybersecurity who specialize in Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment. It is an excellent choice for individuals looking to develop the specialized skills required for safeguarding organizations from cyber threats and to advance their careers in the field of Cybersecurity.

This 4-day CompTIA PenTest+ Certification Training by The Knowledge Academy in San Antonio equips delegates with the knowledge required for identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in network systems, applications, and devices. It covers various aspects of Penetration Testing, including planning and scoping, information gathering, vulnerability assessment, exploitation, post-exploitation, and reporting.

 Course Objectives

• To learn various Penetration Testing tools for identifying and exploiting security vulnerabilities
• To assess the risks associated with security vulnerabilities and recommend appropriate remediation measures
• To develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• To conduct Penetration Testing responsibly and ethically
• To write reliable Penetration Testing reports
• To pass the CompTIA PenTest+ Certification exam

By the end of this course in San Antonio, delegates gain valuable experience in conducting Penetration Tests and identifying security weaknesses and learn to assess and secure their organization's information security infrastructure. 

What’s included in this CompTIA PenTest+ Certification Training Course?

• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors 
• CompTIA PenTest+ Certificate
• Digital Delegate Pack