• Classroom
  • Online, Instructor-Led
Course Description

Penetration Testing with Kali Linux is a unique online penetration testing course that introduces learners to the latest pen testing methodologies, tools, and techniques via hands-on experience. PEN-200 simulates a full penetration test from start to finish by immersing the learners into a target-rich and vulnerable network environment.

This foundational-level course is designed for security and other technology professionals who want to take a meaningful step into the world of professional pen testing, as well as seasoned pentesters seeking to sharpen their skills and earn one of the most coveted pen testing certifications.

Learning Objectives

  • Using information gathering techniques to identify and enumerate targets running various operating systems.
  • Writing basic scripts and tools to aid in the penetration testing process
  • Analyzing, correcting, modifying, cross-compiling and porting public exploit code
  • Conducting remote, local privilege escalation and clientside attacks
  • Identifying and exploiting XSS, SQL injection and file inclusion vulnerabilities in web applications
  • Leveraging tunneling techniques to pivot between networks
  • Creative problem solving and lateral thinking skills

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Feedback

If you would like to provide feedback for this course, please e-mail the NICCS SO at NICCS@hq.dhs.gov.