This CompTIA® PenTest+ course will prepare you to pass the new CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-001 certification exam. It will also introduce you to the general concepts and methodologies related to penetration testing. Reinforce these concepts as you work your way through a simulated pen test for a fictitious company. You Will Learn How To: Plan and scope penetration tests Conduct passive reconnaissance Perform non-technical tests to gather information Conduct active reconnaissance Analyze vulnerabilities Penetrate networks Exploit host-based vulnerabilities Test applications Complete post-exploit tasks Prerequisites To ensure your success in this course, you should have: Intermediate knowledge of information security concepts, including but not limited to identity and access management (IAM), cryptographic concepts and implementations, computer networking concepts and implementations, and common security technologies. Practical experience in securing various computing environments, including small to medium businesses, as well as enterprise environments. You can obtain this level of skills and knowledge by taking Course 446, CompTIA Security+ Certification Training. Individuals seeking the CompTIA PenTest+ certification should also have three to four years of hands-on experience performing penetration tests, vulnerability assessments, and vulnerability management.
