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.
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.
Reconnaissance
Master information gathering techniques including OSINT, social engineering, and footprinting to map target infrastructure and identify potential attack vectors.
Scanning & Enumeration
Learn advanced scanning techniques, service enumeration, and vulnerability identification using both automated tools and manual methods.
Exploitation
Develop and execute exploits against identified vulnerabilities, including buffer overflows, web application attacks, and custom payload development.
Post-Exploitation
Master privilege escalation, persistence mechanisms, lateral movement, and data exfiltration techniques used in advanced persistent threats.
Reporting
Learn to create comprehensive penetration testing reports that effectively communicate findings to both technical teams and executive leadership.
Remediation Support
Provide ongoing support during vulnerability remediation, including retesting, verification, and guidance on security improvements.
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.
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
Scanning & Enumeration
- • Advanced Nmap techniques and NSE scripting
- • Service enumeration (SMB, DNS, SNMP, etc.)
- • Web application reconnaissance
- • Vulnerability assessment methodologies
- • Custom scanning tool development
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
System Exploitation
- • Buffer overflow exploitation (Windows/Linux)
- • Return-oriented programming (ROP)
- • Shellcode development and encoding
- • Exploit development frameworks
- • Memory corruption vulnerabilities
Post-Exploitation
- • Windows and Linux privilege escalation
- • Active Directory attacks (Kerberoasting, etc.)
- • Lateral movement techniques
- • Persistence mechanisms
- • Data exfiltration methods
Advanced Techniques
- • Advanced persistent threat (APT) simulation
- • Anti-forensics and evasion techniques
- • Social engineering and physical security
- • Wireless network penetration testing
- • Mobile application security
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
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
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.