Find Vulnerabilities Before Attackers Do
Penetration testing is the authorized simulation of cyber attacks to evaluate system security. At AstralGuard Cyber Academy, we teach you to think like an attacker, document like an auditor, and communicate like a consultant.
Start Your Penetration Testing JourneyReal-World Attack Simulation
Practice on intentionally vulnerable systems in controlled environments.
Professional Reporting
Learn to create actionable reports that organizations can use to improve security.
Client Communication
Master the art of explaining technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.
Penetration Testing Methodology
Follow industry-standard approaches to comprehensive security assessments
Planning & Reconnaissance
Define scope, gather intelligence, and identify potential entry points through OSINT techniques and passive reconnaissance.
Scanning & Enumeration
Use automated tools and manual techniques to discover network services, applications, and potential vulnerabilities.
Gaining Access
Exploit identified vulnerabilities to gain initial access, escalate privileges, and move laterally through the network.
Maintaining Access
Establish persistence mechanisms to maintain access for thorough assessment and demonstrate potential impact.
Analysis & Reporting
Document findings, assess business impact, and provide actionable recommendations for remediation.
What You'll Master
Comprehensive penetration testing curriculum designed by industry experts
Reconnaissance & OSINT
- Passive information gathering techniques
- DNS enumeration and network mapping
- Social engineering reconnaissance
- Identifying attack surfaces
Vulnerability Assessment
- Automated vulnerability scanning
- Manual vulnerability verification
- False positive analysis
- Risk rating and prioritization
Exploitation Techniques
- Network service exploitation
- Web application attacks
- Client-side attacks
- Post-exploitation techniques
Social Engineering
- Phishing campaign development
- Physical security testing
- Pretexting and impersonation
- Defense against social engineering
Network Pivoting
- Lateral movement techniques
- Privilege escalation methods
- Domain persistence mechanisms
- Data exfiltration techniques
Professional Reporting
- Executive and technical reporting
- Risk assessment methodologies
- Remediation guidance
- Client presentation skills
Professional Tools
Master industry-standard penetration testing tools used by cybersecurity professionals
Kali Linux
Metasploit
Burp Suite
Nmap
Wireshark
John the Ripper
Certification Path
Prepare for industry-recognized certifications that validate your penetration testing skills
OSCP
Offensive Security Certified Professional - The gold standard for penetration testing certifications with hands-on exam.
CEH
Certified Ethical Hacker - Validates understanding of ethical hacking methodologies and tools.
GPEN
GIAC Penetration Tester - Demonstrates ability to conduct penetration tests using best practices.
Ready to Become a Penetration Tester?
Join our Penetration Testing Professional program and learn to identify security vulnerabilities before attackers exploit them. Book a free consultation to discuss your learning path and get started today.