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Penetration Testing Study Plan

The document outlines a 12-week study plan for penetration testing, divided into three main phases: foundational knowledge, certification preparation, and job application readiness. Each week includes specific learning objectives, recommended resources, and practical labs to enhance skills in networking, ethical hacking, vulnerability analysis, and real-world pentesting techniques. Additional tips encourage community engagement and documentation of the learning journey.

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Penetration Testing Study Plan

The document outlines a 12-week study plan for penetration testing, divided into three main phases: foundational knowledge, certification preparation, and job application readiness. Each week includes specific learning objectives, recommended resources, and practical labs to enhance skills in networking, ethical hacking, vulnerability analysis, and real-world pentesting techniques. Additional tips encourage community engagement and documentation of the learning journey.

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12-Week Penetration Testing Study Plan

## Weeks 1-4: Foundations & Hands-On Basics

### Week 1: Networking & Security Basics


- Learn: TCP/IP, Subnetting, Firewalls, IDS/IPS, OSI Model & Common Protocols (HTTP, DNS,
SSH, etc.)
- Resources: Practical Networking, Cisco Packet Tracer
- Labs: OverTheWire: Bandit (Linux CLI practice)

### Week 2: Linux & Scripting for Pentesting


- Learn: Bash & Python for automation and security, Linux File System, Processes, Permissions
- Resources: TryHackMe Linux Fundamentals, OverTheWire: Narnia
- Labs: Write scripts to automate basic tasks

### Week 3: Ethical Hacking Basics


- Learn: Kali Linux setup & tools (Nmap, Metasploit, Burp Suite), Web application security (OWASP
Top 10)
- Resources: TryHackMe Pre Security & Jr Pen Tester Path, The Web Application Hacker's
Handbook
- Labs: Scan a local network using Nmap, Set up a vulnerable VM (DVWA, Metasploitable)

### Week 4: Capture The Flag (CTF) Challenges


- Learn: CTF methodologies (Recon, Exploitation, Privilege Escalation)
- Resources: Hack The Box (HTB) - Starting Point, picoCTF (Beginner challenges)
- Labs: Solve 5 CTF challenges on TryHackMe or HTB

## Weeks 5-8: Certifications & Practical Pentesting

### Week 5: Start eJPT Certification Preparation


- Learn: Information Gathering & Scanning, Web Exploits (SQL Injection, XSS, LFI, RFI)
- Resources: INE eJPT Course
- Labs: Exploit a SQL Injection vulnerability on DVWA

### Week 6: Vulnerability Analysis & Exploitation


- Learn: Vulnerability Scanning (Nessus, OpenVAS), Common Exploits & Privilege Escalation
- Resources: TryHackMe Privilege Escalation
- Labs: Run a Nessus vulnerability scan, Gain root access on a vulnerable VM

### Week 7: Advanced Pentesting Techniques


- Learn: Password Cracking (John, Hydra), Windows & Active Directory Attacks
- Resources: TryHackMe Active Directory Basics
- Labs: Perform a brute-force attack using Hydra, Set up and attack an Active Directory lab

### Week 8: Bug Bounty & Real-World Pentesting


- Learn: Intro to Bug Bounty (HackerOne, Bugcrowd), Reporting vulnerabilities professionally
- Resources: Web Security Academy (PortSwigger)
- Labs: Find & report a vulnerability in a practice lab

## Weeks 9-12: OSCP Preparation & Job Applications

### Week 9: OSCP Lab Introduction


- Learn: Buffer Overflow Basics, Exploit Development
- Resources: OSCP Learning Path
- Labs: Solve at least 3 OSCP-like HTB challenges

### Week 10: Advanced Exploitation & Active Directory


- Learn: Kerberoasting & Pass-the-Hash Attacks, Post-Exploitation & Lateral Movement
- Resources: TryHackMe Windows Privilege Escalation
- Labs: Exploit a vulnerable Windows machine

### Week 11: Final OSCP Prep & Practice Exam


- Learn: Time management for OSCP exam, Writing professional pentest reports
- Resources: OSCP Proving Grounds Labs
- Labs: Simulate an OSCP-like test on Hack The Box
### Week 12: Job Applications & Interview Prep
- Learn: Resume building for pentesting roles, Common technical interview questions
- Resources: CyberSecJobs & LinkedIn
- Labs: Apply for at least 5 penetration testing jobs

## Additional Tips
- Join Cybersecurity Communities - Twitter, Discord, LinkedIn groups
- Document Everything - Keep a pentest journal
- Start a Blog/Portfolio - Share your findings on Medium/GitHub

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