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  • Copyright 2022
  • Dimensions: 7-3/8" x 9-1/8"
  • Pages: 624
  • Edition: 2nd
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  • ISBN-10: 0-13-756606-9
  • ISBN-13: 978-0-13-756606-8

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  • Planning and Scoping a Penetration Testing Assessment
  • Information Gathering and Vulnerability Identification
  • Social Engineering Attacks and Physical Security Vulnerabilities
  • Exploiting Wired and Wireless Networks
  • Exploiting Application-Based Vulnerabilities
  • Cloud, Mobile, and IoT Security
  • Performing Post-Exploitation Techniques
  • Reporting and Communication
  • Tools and Code Analysis

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Learn, prepare, and practice for CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-002 exam success with this Cert Guide from Pearson IT Certification, a leader in IT certification learning. 

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CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-002-601 Cert Guide from Pearson IT Certification prepares you to succeed on the CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-002 exam by directly addressing the exam's objectives. Leading security expert Omar Santos shares preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills.

This complete study package includes

  • Complete coverage of the exam objectives and a test-preparation routine proven to help you pass the exams
  • Do I Know This Already? quizzes, which allow you to decide how much time you need to spend on each section
  • Chapter-ending Key Topic tables, which help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly
  • An online, interactive Flash Cards application to help you drill on Key Terms by chapter
  • A final preparation chapter, which guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your review and test-taking strategies
  • Study plan suggestions and templates to help you organize and optimize your study time


Well regarded for its level of detail, study plans, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, this study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that ensure your exam success, including
  • Planning and Scoping a Penetration Testing Assessment
  • Information Gathering and Vulnerability Identification
  • Social Engineering Attacks and Physical Security Vulnerabilities
  • Exploiting Wired and Wireless Networks
  • Exploiting Application-Based Vulnerabilities
  • Cloud, Mobile, and IoT Security
  • Performing Post-Exploitation Techniques
  • Reporting and Communication
  • Tools and Code Analysis



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Cloud, Mobile, and IoT Security

Table of Contents

Introduction xxix

Chapter 1 Introduction to Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing 3

“Do I Know This Already?” Quiz 3

Foundation Topics 7

Understanding Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing 7

Exploring Penetration Testing Methodologies 9

Building Your Own Lab 15

Exam Preparation Tasks 20

Review All Key Topics 20

Define Key Terms 20

Q&A 20

Chapter 2 Planning and Scoping a Penetration Testing Assessment 23

“Do I Know This Already?” Quiz 23

Foundation Topics 26

Comparing and Contrasting Governance, Risk, and Compliance Concepts 26

Explaining the Importance of Scoping and Organizational or Customer Requirements 39

Demonstrating an Ethical Hacking Mindset by Maintaining Professionalism and Integrity 48

Exam Preparation Tasks 50

Review All Key Topics 50

Define Key Terms 51

Q&A 51

Chapter 3 Information Gathering and Vulnerability Scanning 55

“Do I Know This Already?” Quiz 55

Foundation Topics 59

Performing Passive Reconnaissance 59

Performing Active Reconnaissance 93

Understanding the Art of Performing Vulnerability Scans 125

Understanding How to Analyze Vulnerability Scan Results 136

Exam Preparation Tasks 141

Review All Key Topics 142

Define Key Terms 142

Q&A 143

Chapter 4 Social Engineering Attacks 145

“Do I Know This Already?” Quiz 145

Foundation Topics 149

Pretexting for an Approach and Impersonation 149

Social Engineering Attacks 151

Physical Attacks 155

Methods of Influence 170

Exam Preparation Tasks 171

Review All Key Topics 171

Define Key Terms 172

Q&A 172

Chapter 5 Exploiting Wired and Wireless Networks 175

“Do I Know This Already?” Quiz 175

Foundation Topics 180

Exploiting Network-Based Vulnerabilities 180

Exploiting Wireless Vulnerabilities 216

Exam Preparation Tasks 234

Review All Key Topics 234

Define Key Terms 235

Q&A 235

Chapter 6 Exploiting Application-Based Vulnerabilities 237

“Do I Know This Already?” Quiz 237

Foundation Topics 244

Overview of Web Application-Based Attacks for Security Professionals and the OWASP Top 10 244

How to Build Your Own Web Application Lab 255

Understanding Business Logic Flaws 256

Understanding Injection-Based Vulnerabilities 257

Exploiting Authentication-Based Vulnerabilities 273

Exploiting Authorization-Based Vulnerabilities 279

Understanding Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerabilities 281

Understanding Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF/XSRF) and Server-Side Request Forgery Attacks 288

Understanding Clickjacking 289

Exploiting Security Misconfigurations 289

Exploiting File Inclusion Vulnerabilities 292

Exploiting Insecure Code Practices 293

Exam Preparation Tasks 301

Review All Key Topics 301

Define Key Terms 302

Q&A 303

Chapter 7 Cloud, Mobile, and IoT Security 305

“Do I Know This Already?” Quiz 305

Foundation Topics 309

Researching Attack Vectors and Performing Attacks on Cloud Technologies 309

Explaining Common Attacks and Vulnerabilities Against Specialized Systems 324

Exam Preparation Tasks 336

Review All Key Topics 337

Define Key Terms 337

Q&A 338

Chapter 8 Performing Post-Exploitation Techniques 341

“Do I Know This Already?” Quiz 341

Foundation Topics 345

Creating a Foothold and Maintaining Persistence After Compromising a System 345

Understanding How to Perform Lateral Movement, Detection Avoidance, and Enumeration 355

Exam Preparation Tasks 371

Review All Key Topics 371

Define Key Terms 372

Q&A 372

Chapter 9 Reporting and Communication 375

“Do I Know This Already?” Quiz 375

Foundation Topics 379

Comparing and Contrasting Important Components of Written Reports 379

Analyzing the Findings and Recommending the Appropriate Remediation Within a Report 385

Explaining the Importance of Communication During the Penetration Testing Process 390

Explaining Post-Report Delivery Activities 393

Exam Preparation Tasks 395

Review All Key Topics 395

Define Key Terms 395

Q&A 396

Chapter 10 Tools and Code Analysis 399

“Do I Know This Already?” Quiz 399

Foundation Topics 403

Understanding the Basic Concepts of Scripting and Software

Development 403

Understanding the Different Use Cases of Penetration Testing Tools and Analyzing Exploit Code 409

Exam Preparation Tasks 505

Review All Key Topics 506

Define Key Terms 508

Q&A 508

Chapter 11 Final Preparation 513

Tools for Final Preparation 513

Suggested Plan for Final Review/Study 517

Summary 518

Glossary of Key Terms 519

Appendix A Answers to the “Do I Know This Already?” Quizzes and Q&A Sections 537

Appendix B CompTIA® PenTest+ PT0-002 Cert Guide Exam Updates 559

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Appendix C Study Planner

Glossary of Key Terms

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