Why This Cheat Sheet Matters for PENTEST
This cheat sheet covers the most important Penetration Testing concepts tested on the PENTEST (PenTest+) certification exam. It contains 1 sections with 8 key points. Use this as a quick-reference guide during your final review sessions.
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Key Tools
- Nmap: network discovery and port scanning.
- Metasploit: exploitation framework with modules for known vulns.
- Burp Suite: web application security testing (proxy, scanner, repeater).
- Wireshark: packet capture and network analysis.
- John the Ripper / Hashcat: password cracking.
- Nikto: web server vulnerability scanner.
- Gobuster/Dirb: directory and file brute-forcing.
- BloodHound: Active Directory attack path mapping.
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