Advanced Ethical Hacking

Penetration Testing Mastery

Learn offensive security techniques used by elite red teams. Master exploitation frameworks, vulnerability research, and advanced attack methodologies through intensive hands-on training.

16
Weeks
€3,750
Full Program
12
Max Students
Penetration Testing Training
OSCP Prep
Included
Prerequisites
Basic IT Knowledge

Ethical Use Only

This course teaches powerful offensive security techniques for defensive purposes only. All students must agree to ethical hacking principles and use these skills solely for authorized security testing, vulnerability assessment, and system hardening. Misuse of these techniques is strictly prohibited and may result in legal consequences.

Course Overview

Real-World Labs

Attack realistic corporate networks with multiple operating systems, services, and security controls in our isolated lab environment.

Advanced Techniques

Master custom exploit development, advanced persistent threats, and cutting-edge attack vectors used by nation-state actors.

OSCP Preparation

Comprehensive preparation for the OSCP certification with mock exams, extensive practice, and expert guidance throughout the process.

The Penetration Testing Methodology

Master the complete attack lifecycle from reconnaissance to post-exploitation, following industry-standard methodologies.

01

Reconnaissance

Master information gathering techniques including OSINT, social engineering, and footprinting to map target infrastructure and identify potential attack vectors.

OSINT Footprinting Social Engineering
02

Scanning & Enumeration

Learn advanced scanning techniques, service enumeration, and vulnerability identification using both automated tools and manual methods.

Nmap Nessus Manual Testing
03

Exploitation

Develop and execute exploits against identified vulnerabilities, including buffer overflows, web application attacks, and custom payload development.

Metasploit Custom Exploits Web Apps
04

Post-Exploitation

Master privilege escalation, persistence mechanisms, lateral movement, and data exfiltration techniques used in advanced persistent threats.

Privilege Escalation Lateral Movement Persistence
05

Reporting

Learn to create comprehensive penetration testing reports that effectively communicate findings to both technical teams and executive leadership.

Technical Reports Executive Summary Remediation
06

Remediation Support

Provide ongoing support during vulnerability remediation, including retesting, verification, and guidance on security improvements.

Retesting Verification Guidance

16-Week Intensive Curriculum

From basic exploitation to advanced red team techniques, this comprehensive program covers everything needed for OSCP success and professional penetration testing.

Weeks 1-2

Foundation & Methodology

  • • Ethical hacking principles and legal considerations
  • • Penetration testing methodologies (OWASP, PTES)
  • • Linux fundamentals and bash scripting
  • • Network protocols and architecture review
  • • Information gathering and reconnaissance
Weeks 3-4

Scanning & Enumeration

  • • Advanced Nmap techniques and NSE scripting
  • • Service enumeration (SMB, DNS, SNMP, etc.)
  • • Web application reconnaissance
  • • Vulnerability assessment methodologies
  • • Custom scanning tool development
Weeks 5-6

Web Application Testing

  • • OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities
  • • SQL injection and NoSQL injection
  • • Cross-site scripting (XSS) variants
  • • Authentication and session management flaws
  • • API security testing
Weeks 7-8

System Exploitation

  • • Buffer overflow exploitation (Windows/Linux)
  • • Return-oriented programming (ROP)
  • • Shellcode development and encoding
  • • Exploit development frameworks
  • • Memory corruption vulnerabilities
Weeks 9-10

Post-Exploitation

  • • Windows and Linux privilege escalation
  • • Active Directory attacks (Kerberoasting, etc.)
  • • Lateral movement techniques
  • • Persistence mechanisms
  • • Data exfiltration methods
Weeks 11-12

Advanced Techniques

  • • Advanced persistent threat (APT) simulation
  • • Anti-forensics and evasion techniques
  • • Social engineering and physical security
  • • Wireless network penetration testing
  • • Mobile application security
Weeks 13-14

Specialized Testing

  • • Cloud security testing (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • • Container and Kubernetes security
  • • Industrial control systems (SCADA/ICS)
  • • Red team exercises and adversary simulation
  • • Custom tool development
Weeks 15-16

OSCP Preparation & Portfolio

  • • OSCP exam simulation and practice
  • • Professional report writing
  • • Portfolio development and presentation
  • • Career guidance and interview preparation
  • • Final capstone penetration test

Arsenal of Professional Tools

Master the complete penetration testing toolkit used by elite red teams and security consultants worldwide.

Kali Linux

Primary penetration testing distribution

Metasploit

Exploitation framework and payload generation

Burp Suite Pro

Web application security testing platform

Cobalt Strike

Advanced threat emulation platform

Nmap/Nessus

Network discovery and vulnerability scanning

PowerShell Empire

Post-exploitation and lateral movement

BloodHound

Active Directory attack path analysis

Custom Scripts

Python, PowerShell, and Bash automation

Master the Art of Ethical Hacking

16 weeks of intensive penetration testing training
Complete OSCP certification preparation
Advanced red team methodologies
Real-world attack simulation labs
Professional penetration testing portfolio
€3,750
Complete 16-week program
Or
€350/month
12 months

The Future of Offensive Security

Penetration testing represents the cutting edge of cybersecurity, where technical expertise meets creative problem-solving to identify vulnerabilities before malicious actors can exploit them. The field demands professionals who can think like attackers while maintaining the ethical standards necessary to protect organizations and their stakeholders.

Modern penetration testers must master an ever-expanding arsenal of techniques, from traditional network exploitation to cloud security testing, mobile application assessment, and industrial control system analysis. The most successful professionals combine deep technical knowledge with strong communication skills, as they must translate complex technical findings into actionable business recommendations.

The European market for penetration testing services continues to grow rapidly, driven by increasing regulatory requirements, sophisticated threat actors, and growing awareness of cybersecurity risks among executive leadership. Greek organizations, particularly in shipping, finance, and tourism sectors, are investing heavily in security testing to protect critical operations and customer data.

Career opportunities in penetration testing extend beyond traditional consulting roles to include red team positions, security research, and specialized roles in critical infrastructure protection. The skills developed through comprehensive penetration testing training provide a foundation for leadership positions in cybersecurity, with many professionals eventually becoming Chief Information Security Officers or starting their own security consulting firms.