Part 1. Getting Started with Penetration Testing
1. Introduction to Penetration Testing
1.1 What is Penetration Testing?
1.2 Why is it Important?
2. The World of Networks
2.1 Basics of Computer Networks
2.2 How the Internet Works
Part 2. Preparing for the Journey
3. Setting Up Your Virtual Lab
3.1 Creating a Safe Environment
3.2 Tools for Practice
4. Understanding Operating Systems
4.1 Windows, Linux, and macOS Basics
4.2 How Systems Communicate
Part 3. Discovering Information
5. Digging into Information Gathering
5.1 Finding Footprints Online
5.2 Social Media and Information
6. Scanning the Battlefield
6.1 Basics of Network Scanning
6.2 Identifying Open Doors (Ports)
Part 4. Finding Weaknesses
7. Hunting for Vulnerabilities
7.1 Identifying Weaknesses in Systems
7.2 Simple Tools for Scanning
8. Unraveling Web Applications
8.1 Basics of Web Security
8.2 Common Website Weaknesses
Part 5. The Art of Exploitation
9. Exploiting Vulnerabilities
9.1 Using Tools Like the Bad Guys
9.2 Simple Exploitation Techniques
10. Life After Exploitation
10.1 What Happens Next?
10.2 Maintaining Access and Control
Part 6. Navigating Advanced Waters
11. Wi-Fi Adventures
11.1 Understanding Wireless Networks
11.2 Simple Wi-Fi Hacks
12. Cloudy with a Chance of Hacks
12.1 Basics of Cloud Security
12.2 Cloud-specific Attacks
Part 7. Sharing Your Discoveries
13. Writing Your Pen Test Report
13.1 How to Document Your Findings
13.2 Tips for Effective Reporting
Part 8. Staying on the Right Side
14. The Legal and Ethical Side
14.1 Laws and Regulations
14.2 Code of Ethics in Pen Testing