Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing

IT Management and Cyber Security October 25, 2025
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Introduction

This hands-on course provides comprehensive training in ethical hacking methodologies and penetration testing techniques for identifying and addressing security vulnerabilities. Participants will learn systematic approaches to security assessment, including reconnaissance, scanning, exploitation, and post-exploitation activities. The course covers both technical skills and ethical considerations required for professional penetration testing engagements. Through practical labs and realistic scenarios, learners will develop the expertise needed to conduct authorized security testing and provide valuable insights for improving organizational security.

Objectives

Participants will master ethical hacking skills including:

  • Understanding penetration testing methodologies and frameworks
  • Conducting comprehensive security assessments
  • Identifying and exploiting common vulnerabilities
  • Using penetration testing tools effectively
  • Documenting findings and recommendations
  • Maintaining professional ethics and legal compliance
  • Conducting social engineering assessments
  • Performing web application penetration testing
  • Developing comprehensive test reports

Target Audience

  • Penetration testers
  • Security auditors
  • Red team members
  • Security consultants
  • System administrators
  • Network engineers
  • Cybersecurity students

Methodology

  • Hands-on penetration testing labs
  • Capture the flag exercises
  • Vulnerability exploitation practicals
  • Case studies of real-world breaches
  • Group red team exercises
  • Individual tool proficiency development
  • Report writing and presentation practice

Personal Impact

  • Enhanced technical hacking skills
  • Improved vulnerability assessment capabilities
  • Stronger understanding of attack methodologies
  • Better problem-solving in complex scenarios
  • Increased confidence in security testing
  • Enhanced documentation and reporting abilities

Organizational Impact

  • Identification of unknown security vulnerabilities
  • Improved security control effectiveness
  • Reduced risk of successful attacks
  • Better preparation for real incidents
  • Enhanced security awareness
  • Stronger overall security posture

Course Outline

Unit 1: Penetration Testing Foundations

Section 1.1: Methodology and Ethics
  • Penetration testing standards and frameworks
  • Legal and ethical considerations
  • Engagement scoping and rules of engagement
  • Professional standards and certifications

Unit 2: Reconnaissance and Scanning

Section 2.1: Information Gathering
  • Passive and active reconnaissance techniques
  • Network scanning and enumeration
  • Vulnerability assessment tools and methods
  • Target analysis and profiling

Unit 3: Exploitation Techniques

Section 3.1: Attack Execution
  • Common vulnerability exploitation methods
  • Privilege escalation techniques
  • Client-side attack vectors
  • Social engineering attacks

Unit 4: Post-Exploitation and Persistence

Section 4.1: Maintaining Access
  • Lateral movement techniques
  • Data extraction and exfiltration
  • Persistence mechanism implementation
  • Covering tracks and anti-forensics

Unit 5: Reporting and Communication

Section 5.1: Results Delivery
  • Finding documentation and evidence collection
  • Risk rating and prioritization
  • Report writing and executive summaries
  • Remediation guidance development

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