Unveiling Penetration Testing Techniques

Written By  Deepraj

May,10th,2024

Preparation

This initial phase involves defining the scope, objectives, and rules of engagement for the pentest.

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Reconnaissance

In this stage, the penetration tester gathers information about the target system or network through various means.

2

Scanning and Enumeration

The tester actively scans the target system for vulnerabilities using automated tools

3

Threat Modeling

Based on the gathered information, the tester analyzes the system's vulnerabilities to understand potential threats and risks.

4

Vulnerability Analysis

The tester performs a deeper dive into the identified vulnerabilities to assess their severity and exploitability

5

Exploitation

The tester attempts to exploit the vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access to the system.

6

Post-exploitation

The tester may try to escalate privileges, move laterally within the network, or uncover sensitive data.

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Reporting

The final step involves documenting the findings of the pen test in a comprehensive report.

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