CompTIA PenTest + (PT0-002)

CompTIA PenTest+ is a certification program designed for professionals who specialize in penetration testing. This certification program validates the skills required to perform penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and management, and is an intermediate-level certification that is ideal for those with some experience in the field.
The course covers various topics, including how to plan and scope penetration tests, how to perform reconnaissance, how to analyze vulnerabilities, how to exploit vulnerabilities, and how to report and communicate findings. It also covers topics such as web application, network, wireless, and mobile device penetration testing.
Overall, the CompTIA PenTest+ certification program provides a comprehensive and practical approach to penetration testing, and is an excellent choice for professionals looking to develop their skills in this field.


Learning Objectives
• Plan and scope penetration tests
• Conduct passive reconnaissance
• Conduct active reconnaissance
• Analyze vulnerabilities
• Penetrate networks
• Penetrate applications
• Exploit wireless networks
• Perform social engineering
• Report and communicate penetration test findings

Target Audience
1. Penetration testers: Professionals who are responsible for performing penetration testing engagements, including planning and scoping, reconnaissance, vulnerability assessment, and penetration testing.
2. Vulnerability assessment analysts: Professionals who are responsible for identifying and analyzing vulnerabilities in target systems and networks, including vulnerability assessment, vulnerability scanning, and vulnerability exploitation.
3. Security analysts: Professionals who are responsible for securing networks, systems, and applications, including implementing security controls, monitoring for security threats, and responding to security incidents.
4. Ethical hackers: Professionals who are responsible for testing the security of networks, systems, and applications, including using techniques such as penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and social engineering.
5. Information security professionals: Professionals who are responsible for securing information and systems against security threats, including implementing security controls, monitoring for security threats, and responding to security incidents.

Prerequisite
The CompTIA PenTest+ certification program does not have formal prerequisites, it is recommended that candidates have some prior experience in the field of penetration testing and vulnerability assessment, as well as a solid understanding of network and security fundamentals.

This online course exclusively provides comprehensive learning materials. The exam is to be taken separately and externally.