Certified Penetration Testing Expert (CPTE)

Certified Penetration Testing Expert (CPTE)

1. Introduction to VAPT

Overview of VAPT Concepts
Importance of Vulnerability Assessments and Penetration Testing
Differences Between Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing
Common Methodologies and Frameworks (OWASP, NIST, PTES)
Ethical Considerations in VAPT
Role of VAPT in Cybersecurity

2. Planning and Scoping

Defining Scope and Objectives of a VAPT Engagement
Identifying Assets and Critical Systems
Legal and Compliance Considerations (Authorization, Contracts)
Communication and Reporting Strategies
Risk Assessment and Prioritization

3. Information Gathering

Techniques for Information Gathering (Active vs. Passive Reconnaissance)
Tools for Data Collection (Nmap, Maltego, Recon-ng)
Gathering OSINT (Open Source Intelligence)
Analyzing DNS, WHOIS, and Network Infrastructure
Identifying Potential Vulnerabilities Through Footprinting

4. Vulnerability Scanning

Introduction to Vulnerability Scanning Tools (Nessus, OpenVAS, Qualys)
Configuring and Running Vulnerability Scans
Understanding and Interpreting Scan Results
False Positives and False Negatives in Vulnerability Assessments
Prioritizing Vulnerabilities Based on Risk Levels

5. Exploitation Techniques

Introduction to Exploitation Methodologies
Common Exploitation Frameworks (Metasploit, Core Impact)
Client-Side vs. Server-Side Exploitation
Exploiting Common Vulnerabilities (SQL Injection, XSS, RCE)
Writing and Using Custom Exploits

6. Post-Exploitation and Reporting

Understanding Post-Exploitation Techniques
Maintaining Access and Pivoting Within Networks
Data Exfiltration and Evidence Collection
Crafting Comprehensive Penetration Testing Reports
Providing Actionable Recommendations for Remediation

7. Web Application Testing

Overview of Web Application Vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10)
Testing Methodologies for Web Applications
Tools for Web Application Testing (Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP)
Manual vs. Automated Testing Techniques
Reporting Findings and Remediations Specific to Web Applications

8. Network and Infrastructure Testing

Assessing Network Security Configurations
Identifying Misconfigurations in Firewalls and Routers
Testing for Insecure Services and Protocols
Social Engineering Techniques and Testing
Assessing Cloud Infrastructure Security

9. Wireless Security Testing

Overview of Wireless Security Protocols
Testing Wi-Fi Networks and Devices
Identifying Vulnerabilities in Wireless Configurations
Tools for Wireless Testing (Aircrack-ng, Kismet)
Reporting Findings in Wireless Assessments

10. Continuous Learning and Career Development

Importance of Continuous Learning in Cybersecurity
Certifications in VAPT (CEH, OSCP, GPEN, etc.)
Building a Portfolio of VAPT Projects
Career Opportunities in VAPT and Ethical Hacking
Networking with Professionals in the Cybersecurity Field

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