CPTS is built upon proven hands-on Penetration Testing methodologies as utilized by our international group of vulnerability consultants. Mile2 trainers keep abreast of their expertise by practicing what they teach because we believe that an equal emphasis on theoretical and real world experience is essential for effective knowledge transfer to you, the student. The CPTS presents information on the latest vulnerabilities and defenses. This class also enhances the business skills needed to identify protection opportunities, justify testing activities and optimize security controls appropriate to the business needs in order to reduce business risk. We go far beyond simply teaching you to “Hack” -- the norm with the classes that have been available until now. Our course is developed based on principles and methods used by malicious hackers, but its focus is professional penetration testing and securing information assets. Upon completion, CPTS students will be able to confidently undertake the Thompson Prometric CPTS examination (recommended) or the Certified Ethical Hacker examination (312-50) Self Study. Students will enjoy an in-depth course that is continuously updated to maintain and incorporate the ever changing security environment. This course offers up-to-date proprietary laboratories that have been researched and developed by leading security professionals from around the world. Please note that the Certified Penetration Testing Specialist course labs were designed to use additional VM images that can only be distributed to Authorized Mile2 Partners (AMP) and/or Instructors (AMI) due to licensing requirements. See document link on the Security product page.

Audience:

Individuals interested in pursuing the Thompson Prometric CPTS examination or the Certified Ethical Hacker examination Self Study.

Prerequisites

A minimum of 12 months experience in networking technologies, a sound knowledge of TCP/IP, computer hardware knowledge, knowledge of Microsoft packages, Network+, Security+, and a knowledge of Linux would be beneficial but is not essential.

Course duration

5 days

Course outline

Business and Technical Logistics of Pen Testing Definition of a Penetration Test

• Benefits of a Penetration Test
• ID Theft Statistics
• Recent Hacking News
• The Evolving Threat
• Vulnerability Life Cycle
• Exploit Time Line
• Zombie Statistics
• Zombie Definition
• Botnet Definition
• Types of Penetration Testing
• Pen Testing Methodology
• Hacker vs. Penetration Tester
• Tools vs. Technique
• Penetration Testing Methodologies
• OSSTMM - Open Source Security Testing Methodologies
• Website Review
• SecurityNOW! SX