Website Hacking/Penetration Testing From Scratch
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This certification provides comprehensive training in website penetration testing and ethical hacking techniques. The course covers the complete methodology for identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in web applications.
Course Overview
- Instructor: Zaid Sabih
- Platform: Udemy Inc
- Focus: Website penetration testing from fundamentals to advanced
- Approach: Hands-on, practical training with real-world scenarios
Learning Curriculum
Foundations
- Understanding web application architecture
- HTTP protocol and communication
- Information gathering and reconnaissance
- Vulnerability assessment methodologies
Common Vulnerabilities
- SQL injection attacks and prevention
- Cross-site scripting (XSS) techniques
- Cross-site request forgery (CSRF)
- Authentication and authorization bypass
- File inclusion and upload vulnerabilities
Advanced Techniques
- Server-side request forgery (SSRF)
- XML external entity (XXE) attacks
- Deserialization vulnerabilities
- Business logic flaws
- Client-side security issues
Practical Skills
- Conducting comprehensive web application assessments
- Using automated and manual testing techniques
- Exploiting identified vulnerabilities safely
- Creating detailed penetration testing reports
- Implementing security recommendations
Tools and Frameworks
- OWASP ZAP and Burp Suite
- SQLMap for automated SQL injection
- Nikto and Nessus for vulnerability scanning
- Custom scripts and automation tools
- Browser developer tools and extensions
Methodology
- Information gathering phase
- Vulnerability identification
- Exploitation and proof of concept
- Post-exploitation activities
- Reporting and remediation guidance
Ethical Considerations
- Legal frameworks and permissions
- Professional ethics and conduct
- Responsible disclosure practices
- Client confidentiality and communication
Verification
This certification can be verified by viewing the certificate PDF.