Security / Governance, Risk & Compliance

Penetration testing using Python and Kali Linux

A hands-on training course combining Python programming skills with security testing of information systems. Participants will learn techniques for creating their own penetration testing tools and learn how to use existing Python libraries in the Kali Linux environment. The training is in a workshop format, where theory is immediately translated into practice in a secure lab environment.

Issues

Penetration testing methodologies
Programming security tools
Security test automation
Scanning and enumeration
Exploits and their creation
Post-exploitation
Secure test environment
Kali Linux and its tools
Python libraries for pentesting
Information gathering techniques
Reporting of results
Test documentation

This training is part of the path:

Programmer Software Tester / QA Engineer

Benefits

The participant will gain the ability to create their own penetration testing tools in Python
He or she will learn to effectively use the Kali Linux environment in conjunction with his or her own scripts
Will learn techniques for automating security testing processes
Will be able to create advanced scripts for scanning and analyzing system security
Will develop skills in documenting and reporting the results of penetration testing
Will gain a working knowledge of penetration testing methodologies

Who is this training for?

IT security specialists

System administrators interested in security

Programmers looking to expand into security

Pentesters looking to extend their tools with custom scripts

IT systems security auditors

DevSecOps engineers

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of the Python language
Knowledge of the basics of computer networks
General knowledge of IT security
Basic knowledge of Linux systems

Training program

Test environment configuration

Automation using Python
Creating tools for recognition

Enumeration of systems
Gathering host information
Vulnerability analysis
Exploitation of systems
Creating exploits in Python
Use of existing exploits

Securing access
Reporting and documentation
Automatic report generation
Documenting vulnerabilities found
Create custom reporting tools
Presentation of test results

Delivery Methods

Online

Convenience of participating from anywhere
Interactive live sessions with trainer
Materials available for 30 days
No travel costs

On-site

Direct contact with trainer and group
Intensive hands-on workshops
Networking with other participants
Full focus on learning

Frequently asked questions

What are the prerequisites for this training?

For Penetration testing using Python and Kali Linux we recommend: Basic knowledge of the Python language; Knowledge of the basics of computer networks; General knowledge of IT security.

What is the format and duration of this training?

The training lasts 2 days and is available in online and on-site format. Sessions run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We can also customize the schedule to fit your team's needs.

Who is this training designed for?

This training is designed for: IT security specialists; System administrators interested in security; Programmers looking to expand into security.