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Penetration Testing Engineer
time3-4hrs
timebeginner level
With the constant rise in cyberattacks, the need to enforce adequate cybersecurity safeguards is more important than ever. Penetration testing, also known as a ‘pen test’ or ‘ethical hacking’, is a cybersecurity approach that aims to identify and access the security loopholes in an organisation. This free online course will teach you the methodologies, tools and rules of engagement to become a certified penetration testing engineer. Enrol now!
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Penetration Testing Engineer
This free online course teaches advanced techniques, tools and rules of engagement for penetration testing engineers.
With the constant rise in cyberattacks, the need to enforce adequate cybersecurity safeguards is more important than ever. Penetration testing, also known as a ‘pen test’ or ‘ethical hacking’, is a cybersecurity approach that aims to identify and access the security loopholes in an organisation. This free online course will teach you the methodologies, tools and rules of engagement to become a certified penetration testing engineer. Enrol now!
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6 Lessons
Pen Testing Dogmas and Technologies
In this module, you will study the requirements, types, and benefits of penetration testing. You will analyse the exploit and vulnerability lifecycle and pen testing methodologies and standards. We will consider how to hack an OS, advanced assessment, exploitation and evasion techniques, and how to hack web, mobile, and IoT technologies.
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2.Introduction to Penetration Testing
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3.Banner Grabbing and Vulnerability Assessment
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4.Hacking Terminologies and Procedures
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5.Web, Mobile, and Network Hacking Methodologies
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