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Documentation & Reporting

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📖 Overview

Professional penetration test documentation, note-taking, and report writing.

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Note-Taking Tools

  • CherryTree: Hierarchical notes
  • Obsidian: Markdown-based
  • Notion: Cloud-based
  • Joplin: Open-source

Screenshot Tools

flameshot gui # Take interactive screenshot
scrot -s screenshot.png # Take selection screenshot

Essential Documentation

  • Commands run and output
  • Credentials discovered
  • Vulnerabilities found
  • Attack path taken

Report Sections

  1. Executive Summary
  2. Scope & Methodology
  3. Findings (Critical/High/Med/Low)
  4. Remediation Recommendations
  5. Appendices (screenshots, logs)

💻 Command Examples

⚠️ Common Pitfalls

  • Not taking screenshots as you go
  • Poor organization of notes
  • Missing timestamps on findings

💡 Exam Survival Tips

  • Document EVERYTHING during exam
  • Screenshot each flag/proof
  • Include full command output
  • Submit report on time

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Documentation Flow