Core Concepts:
Footprinting and reconnaissance techniques for gathering target intelligence
Using exploitation frameworks like Metasploit and Armitage to simulate real-world attacks
Stages of penetration testing: gaining access, maintaining access, and covering tracks
Best practices for documenting and reporting penetration test findings
Tools:
Metasploit Framework, Armitage, Recon-ng, Nmap, Whois, Shodan
Project:
Conduct a simulated penetration test on a virtual lab environment. Use Metasploit to exploit known vulnerabilities, maintain access, and cover tracks. Prepare a detailed penetration testing report including risk ratings, exploited vectors, and remediation suggestions.