Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SKIL-0267
Organization:
SkillSoft Corporation
Location:
Online
Length:
Self-Paced (21 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Upper-Division Baccalaureate 4 Penetration Testing
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to prepare you to become PenTest+ certified by acquiring knowledge in penetration testing and vulnerability management.

Learning Outcomes:

  • develop an ethical hacking mindset by maintaining professionalism and integrity
  • perform passive reconnaissance, active reconnaissance, and scanning given a scenario
  • perform network-based attacks and exploits, wireless attacks and exploits, and application-based attacks
  • perform attacks on cloud technologies and specialized systems
  • perform social engineering or physical attacks
  • perform post-exploitation techniques
  • create a written penetration testing report
  • recognize the importance of communication as well as post-report delivery activities
  • analyze tool and script output
  • recognize characteristics and uses of various penetration testing tools
  • recognize the steps, documents, discussions, and resources involved in successfully scoping an engagement

General Topics:

  • Scoping & Engagement
  • Professionalism & Integrity
  • Passive Reconnaissance
  • Active Reconnaissance
  • Vulnerability Scanning
  • Network Attacks & Exploits
  • Wireless Attacks
  • Application-based Attacks
  • Attacks on Cloud Technologies
  • Attacks on Specialized Systems
  • Social Engineering Attacks
  • Post-Exploitation Techniques
  • Written Reports
  • Communication & Post-Report Activities
  • Analyzing Tool & Script Output
  • Penetration Testing Tools
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Computer Based Training
  • Laboratory
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials