Book description
This is the eBook edition of the CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-002 Cert Guide. This eBook does not include access to the Pearson Test Prep practice exams that comes with the print edition.
Learn, prepare, and practice for CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-002 exam success with this CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-002 Cert Guide from Pearson IT Certification, a leader in IT Certification learning.
CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-002 Cert Guide presents you with an organized test preparation routine through the use of proven series elements and techniques. Do I Know This Already? quizzes open each chapter and allow you to decide how much time you need to spend on each section. Exam topic lists make referencing easy. Chapter-ending Exam Preparation Tasks help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly.
CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-002 Cert Guide focuses specifically on the objectives for the CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-002 exam. Leading security expert Omar Santos shares preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills. Material is presented in a concise manner, focusing on increasing your understanding and retention of exam topics.
This complete study package includes
A test-preparation routine proven to help you pass the exams
Do I Know This Already? quizzes, which allow you to decide how much time you need to spend on each section
Chapter-ending exercises, which help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly
An online interactive Flash Cards application to help you drill on Key Terms by chapter
A final preparation chapter, which guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your review and test-taking strategies
Study plan suggestions and templates to help you organize and optimize your study time
Well regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, this official study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that ensure your exam success.
This study guide helps you master all the topics on the CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-002 exam, including
Planning and Scoping a Penetration Testing Assessment
Information Gathering and Vulnerability Identification
Social Engineering Attacks and Physical Security Vulnerabilities
Exploiting Wired and Wireless Networks
Exploiting Application-Based Vulnerabilities
Cloud, Mobile, and IoT Security
Performing Post-Exploitation Techniques
Reporting and Communication
Tools and Code Analysis
Table of contents
- Cover Page
- About This eBook
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Pearson’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Credits
- Contents at a Glance
- Contents
- About the Author
- Dedication
- Acknowledgments
- About the Technical Reviewer
- We Want to Hear from You!
- Reader Services
- Introduction
- Chapter 1 Introduction to Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
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Chapter 2 Planning and Scoping a Penetration Testing Assessment
- “Do I Know This Already?” Quiz
- Foundation Topics
- Comparing and Contrasting Governance, Risk, and Compliance Concepts
- Explaining the Importance of Scoping and Organizational or Customer Requirements
- Demonstrating an Ethical Hacking Mindset by Maintaining Professionalism and Integrity
- Exam Preparation Tasks
- Review All Key Topics
- Define Key Terms
- Q&A
- Chapter 3 Information Gathering and Vulnerability Scanning
- Chapter 4 Social Engineering Attacks
- Chapter 5 Exploiting Wired and Wireless Networks
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Chapter 6 Exploiting Application-Based Vulnerabilities
- “Do I Know This Already?” Quiz
- Foundation Topics
- Overview of Web Application-Based Attacks for Security Professionals and the OWASP Top 10
- How to Build Your Own Web Application Lab
- Understanding Business Logic Flaws
- Understanding Injection-Based Vulnerabilities
- Exploiting Authentication-Based Vulnerabilities
- Exploiting Authorization-Based Vulnerabilities
- Understanding Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerabilities
- Understanding Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF/XSRF) and Server-Side Request Forgery Attacks
- Understanding Clickjacking
- Exploiting Security Misconfigurations
- Exploiting File Inclusion Vulnerabilities
- Exploiting Insecure Code Practices
- Exam Preparation Tasks
- Review All Key Topics
- Define Key Terms
- Q&A
- Chapter 7 Cloud, Mobile, and IoT Security
- Chapter 8 Performing Post-Exploitation Techniques
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Chapter 9 Reporting and Communication
- “Do I Know This Already?” Quiz
- Foundation Topics
- Comparing and Contrasting Important Components of Written Reports
- Analyzing the Findings and Recommending the Appropriate Remediation Within a Report
- Explaining the Importance of Communication During the Penetration Testing Process
- Explaining Post-Report Delivery Activities
- Exam Preparation Tasks
- Review All Key Topics
- Define Key Terms
- Q&A
- Chapter 10 Tools and Code Analysis
- Chapter 11 Final Preparation
- Glossary of Key Terms
- Appendix A Answers to the “Do I Know This Already?” Quizzes and Q&A Sections
- Appendix B CompTIA® PenTest+ PT0-002 Cert Guide Exam Updates
- Index
- Appendix C Study Planner
- Where are the companion content files? - Register
- Inside Front Cover
- Inside Back Cover
- Code Snippets
Product information
- Title: CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-002 Cert Guide, 2nd Edition
- Author(s):
- Release date: December 2021
- Publisher(s): Pearson IT Certification
- ISBN: 9780137566204
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