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Ethical Hacking and CompTIA PenTest+ Exam Prep (PT0-002)

Prepare for the CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-002 exam by diving into penetration testing and ethical hacking

Mike MeyersMichael Solomon

Created by Mike Meyers, Michael Solomon

Get hands-on with penetration testing and ethical hacking while preparing for the CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-002 exam. Explore real-world scenarios to plan, execute, and report on security assessments using industry-standard tools and techniques.

Packt | Feb 2019 | 879 min

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LevelIntermediate
CategoriesCybersecurity, Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing, Wireshark

What You Will Learn

You will learn through interactive demonstrations and practical exercises in a virtual environment. Each topic builds on the last, guiding you from planning and scoping a test to exploiting vulnerabilities and reporting results. The engaging format keeps you involved and makes complex concepts easier to grasp.

Key Features

  • Practice using essential pen-testing tools to scan, exploit, and analyze networks
  • Identify vulnerabilities, run exploits, and recommend solutions to improve security
  • Develop skills to communicate findings and deliver clear, actionable client reports

Target Audience

Ideal for IT professionals aiming to earn the CompTIA PenTest+ certification or expand their ethical hacking skills. If you have a basic understanding of networks and security concepts, you'll benefit most. Whether you are new to penetration testing or looking to formalize your knowledge, you'll gain practical, job-ready skills.

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