GIAC Certified Penetration Tester Study Guide and Exam Prep
Prepare for the GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN) exam with this comprehensive study guide and exam prep course. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service.Course Overview This course is designed to provide a thorough understanding of penetration testing concepts, techniques, and best practices. The curriculum is organized into 8 chapters and covers 80+ topics, ensuring that participants are well-prepared for the GPEN exam.
Course Outline Chapter 1: Penetration Testing Fundamentals
- Introduction to Penetration Testing
- Types of Penetration Testing: Black Box, White Box, and Gray Box
- Penetration Testing Methodologies: OSSTMM, NIST, and PTES
- Penetration Testing Tools and Techniques
- Understanding the Penetration Testing Process
Chapter 2: Reconnaissance and Information Gathering
- Introduction to Reconnaissance and Information Gathering
- Passive Reconnaissance: OSINT, DNS, and Network Enumeration
- Active Reconnaissance: Port Scanning, Service Enumeration, and Banner Grabbing
- Identifying Potential Vulnerabilities and Threats
- Using Tools like Nmap, Nessus, and OpenVAS for Reconnaissance
Chapter 3: Network Penetration Testing
- Introduction to Network Penetration Testing
- Understanding Network Protocols and Devices
- Identifying Network Vulnerabilities: Misconfigured Devices, Weak Passwords, and Unpatched Systems
- Exploiting Network Vulnerabilities: Sniffing, Spoofing, and Hijacking
- Using Tools like Metasploit, Burp Suite, and Wireshark for Network Penetration Testing
Chapter 4: System Penetration Testing
- Introduction to System Penetration Testing
- Understanding Operating System Vulnerabilities: Windows, Linux, and macOS
- Identifying System Vulnerabilities: Unpatched Systems, Weak Passwords, and Misconfigured Services
- Exploiting System Vulnerabilities: Privilege Escalation, File Inclusion, and Command Injection
- Using Tools like Metasploit, Exploit-DB, and PowerShell for System Penetration Testing
Chapter 5: Web Application Penetration Testing
- Introduction to Web Application Penetration Testing
- Understanding Web Application Vulnerabilities: OWASP Top 10
- Identifying Web Application Vulnerabilities: SQL Injection, Cross-Site Scripting, and Cross-Site Request Forgery
- Exploiting Web Application Vulnerabilities: Authentication Bypass, Authorization Bypass, and Data Exposure
- Using Tools like Burp Suite, ZAP, and SQLMap for Web Application Penetration Testing
Chapter 6: Wireless Penetration Testing
- Introduction to Wireless Penetration Testing
- Understanding Wireless Network Vulnerabilities: WEP, WPA, and WPA2
- Identifying Wireless Network Vulnerabilities: Weak Passwords, Misconfigured Devices, and Rogue Access Points
- Exploiting Wireless Network Vulnerabilities: Cracking Encryption, Spoofing, and Hijacking
- Using Tools like Aircrack-ng, Kismet, and Wireshark for Wireless Penetration Testing
Chapter 7: Social Engineering and Physical Penetration Testing
- Introduction to Social Engineering and Physical Penetration Testing
- Understanding Social Engineering Tactics: Phishing, Pretexting, and Baiting
- Identifying Physical Vulnerabilities: Access Control, Surveillance, and Environmental Factors
- Conducting Social Engineering and Physical Penetration Testing
- Using Tools like SET, Maltego, and Social Engineer Toolkit for Social Engineering
Chapter 8: Reporting and Communication
- Introduction to Reporting and Communication
- Understanding the Importance of Effective Reporting and Communication
- Creating Comprehensive Penetration Testing Reports
- Communicating Findings and Recommendations to Stakeholders
- Best Practices for Reporting and Communication
Course Features This course is designed to be interactive, engaging, and comprehensive. Participants will have access to: - High-quality content: Detailed study guide and exam prep materials
- Expert instructors: Experienced professionals in the field of penetration testing
- Certification: Certificate issued by The Art of Service upon completion
- Flexible learning: Self-paced learning with lifetime access to course materials
- User-friendly: Easy-to-use platform with mobile accessibility
- Community-driven: Discussion forums and community support
- Actionable insights: Practical knowledge and real-world applications
- Hands-on projects: Practical exercises and projects to reinforce learning
- Bite-sized lessons: Short, focused lessons for easy learning
- Gamification: Engaging gamification elements to enhance learning
- Progress tracking: Track your progress and stay motivated
Join this comprehensive course to prepare for the GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN) exam and enhance your skills in penetration testing.,
Chapter 1: Penetration Testing Fundamentals
- Introduction to Penetration Testing
- Types of Penetration Testing: Black Box, White Box, and Gray Box
- Penetration Testing Methodologies: OSSTMM, NIST, and PTES
- Penetration Testing Tools and Techniques
- Understanding the Penetration Testing Process
Chapter 2: Reconnaissance and Information Gathering
- Introduction to Reconnaissance and Information Gathering
- Passive Reconnaissance: OSINT, DNS, and Network Enumeration
- Active Reconnaissance: Port Scanning, Service Enumeration, and Banner Grabbing
- Identifying Potential Vulnerabilities and Threats
- Using Tools like Nmap, Nessus, and OpenVAS for Reconnaissance
Chapter 3: Network Penetration Testing
- Introduction to Network Penetration Testing
- Understanding Network Protocols and Devices
- Identifying Network Vulnerabilities: Misconfigured Devices, Weak Passwords, and Unpatched Systems
- Exploiting Network Vulnerabilities: Sniffing, Spoofing, and Hijacking
- Using Tools like Metasploit, Burp Suite, and Wireshark for Network Penetration Testing
Chapter 4: System Penetration Testing
- Introduction to System Penetration Testing
- Understanding Operating System Vulnerabilities: Windows, Linux, and macOS
- Identifying System Vulnerabilities: Unpatched Systems, Weak Passwords, and Misconfigured Services
- Exploiting System Vulnerabilities: Privilege Escalation, File Inclusion, and Command Injection
- Using Tools like Metasploit, Exploit-DB, and PowerShell for System Penetration Testing
Chapter 5: Web Application Penetration Testing
- Introduction to Web Application Penetration Testing
- Understanding Web Application Vulnerabilities: OWASP Top 10
- Identifying Web Application Vulnerabilities: SQL Injection, Cross-Site Scripting, and Cross-Site Request Forgery
- Exploiting Web Application Vulnerabilities: Authentication Bypass, Authorization Bypass, and Data Exposure
- Using Tools like Burp Suite, ZAP, and SQLMap for Web Application Penetration Testing
Chapter 6: Wireless Penetration Testing
- Introduction to Wireless Penetration Testing
- Understanding Wireless Network Vulnerabilities: WEP, WPA, and WPA2
- Identifying Wireless Network Vulnerabilities: Weak Passwords, Misconfigured Devices, and Rogue Access Points
- Exploiting Wireless Network Vulnerabilities: Cracking Encryption, Spoofing, and Hijacking
- Using Tools like Aircrack-ng, Kismet, and Wireshark for Wireless Penetration Testing
Chapter 7: Social Engineering and Physical Penetration Testing
- Introduction to Social Engineering and Physical Penetration Testing
- Understanding Social Engineering Tactics: Phishing, Pretexting, and Baiting
- Identifying Physical Vulnerabilities: Access Control, Surveillance, and Environmental Factors
- Conducting Social Engineering and Physical Penetration Testing
- Using Tools like SET, Maltego, and Social Engineer Toolkit for Social Engineering
Chapter 8: Reporting and Communication
- Introduction to Reporting and Communication
- Understanding the Importance of Effective Reporting and Communication
- Creating Comprehensive Penetration Testing Reports
- Communicating Findings and Recommendations to Stakeholders
- Best Practices for Reporting and Communication