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Penetration Testing Process

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📖 Overview

Understanding the phases of penetration testing: Planning, Information Gathering, Vulnerability Assessment, Exploitation, Post-Exploitation, and Reporting.

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Phases

  • Pre-engagement: Scope, RoE, legal
  • Recon: Passive & active info gathering
  • Enumeration: Services, users, shares
  • Exploitation: Initial access
  • Post-Exploitation: Privesc, persistence, lateral movement
  • Reporting: Document findings

Key Commands

whois domain.com # Query domain registration info
dig domain.com ANY # Query all DNS records
host -t mx domain.com # Find mail servers

💻 Command Examples

⚠️ Common Pitfalls

  • Skipping enumeration - always enumerate thoroughly
  • Not documenting as you go
  • Forgetting scope boundaries

💡 Exam Survival Tips

  • Screenshot everything important
  • Keep detailed notes with timestamps
  • Document dead ends too

🎯 Exercises

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multiple choice easy
What document defines the scope and rules of engagement for a penetration test?...

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Pentest Process Lifecycle