Attacks and Exploits: Network and Application Attacks for CompTIA Pentest+ from Pluralsight

In this course you’ll develop the knowledge and skills required to research attack vectors and perform attacks against networks, Wi-Fi assets, and applications in preparation for the CompTIA Pentest+ exam.

In this course, Attacks and Exploits: Network and Application Attacks for CompTIA Pentest+, you’ll develop the knowledge and skills required to research attack vectors and perform attacks against various technologies. First, you’ll explore how to exploit wired networks using, amongst other things, on-path, relay, and spoofing attacks. Next, you’ll discover how to compromise wireless networks to sniff sensitive information, hijack web sessions, and spoof bluetooth connections. Finally, you’ll learn how to compromise applications by exploiting vulnerabilities and using injection attacks, and by performing API attacks. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to research attack vectors and perform attacks against networks, Wi-Fi assets, and applications in preparation for the CompTIA Pentest+ exam.

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Exploring Attacks and Exploits

Network Attacks

Password Attacks

Wireless Attacks

Application Attacks

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Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Teaches skills and knowledge directly relevant to CompTIA Pentest+ exam

Examines techniques for research, exploitation, and attacking networks, Wi-Fi, and applications

Suitable for both beginners and intermediate students seeking a solid foundation in network and application penetration testing

Provides insights into a range of attack vectors, including on-path, relay, and spoofing attacks

Leverages a mix of video lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on exercises to enhance learning

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Learners who complete Attacks and Exploits: Network and Application Attacks for CompTIA Pentest+ will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Ethical Hacker

An Ethical Hacker is a security professional who uses their skills to identify and fix vulnerabilities in systems and networks. They work to help organizations protect against attacks by simulating attacks from an attacker's perspective. This course can help prepare you for a career as an Ethical Hacker by providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to research attack vectors and perform attacks against networks and applications. This will help you to better understand how attackers think and how to develop and implement security measures to protect against their attacks.

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Penetration Tester

A Penetration Tester is responsible for testing the security of computer systems and networks by simulating attacks from an attacker's perspective. They identify vulnerabilities in systems and networks and recommend ways to fix them. This course can help you prepare for a career as a Penetration Tester by providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to research attack vectors and perform attacks against networks, Wi-Fi assets, and applications. This will help you to better understand how attackers think and how to test the security of systems and networks.

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Security Engineer

A Security Engineer designs, implements, and maintains security systems for organizations. They work to protect against unauthorized access to computer systems, networks, and data. This course can help build a foundation for a career as a Security Engineer by providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to research attack vectors and perform attacks against networks and applications. This will help you to better understand how attackers think and how to design and implement security systems to protect against their attacks.

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Vulnerability Researcher

A Vulnerability Researcher identifies and analyzes vulnerabilities in software and hardware. They work to develop and release patches to fix these vulnerabilities and protect users from attacks. This course can help build a foundation for a career as a Vulnerability Researcher by providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to research attack vectors and perform attacks against networks and applications. This will help you to better understand how attackers find and exploit vulnerabilities and how to develop patches to fix them.

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Cybersecurity Analyst

A Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for monitoring and analyzing security events and identifying potential threats to an organization's network and systems. They work to develop and implement security measures to protect against attacks and respond to security incidents. This course can help build a foundation for a career as a Cybersecurity Analyst by providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to research attack vectors and perform attacks against networks and applications. This will help you to better understand how attackers target organizations and how to develop and implement security measures to protect against their attacks.

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Security Consultant

A Security Consultant provides advice and guidance to organizations on how to improve their security posture. They work to identify risks, develop security plans, and implement security measures to protect against attacks. This course can help build a foundation for a career as a Security Consultant by providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to research attack vectors and perform attacks against networks and applications. This will help you to better understand how attackers target organizations and how to develop and implement security measures to protect against their attacks.

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Cloud Security Engineer

A Cloud Security Engineer is responsible for securing cloud computing environments. They work to identify and fix vulnerabilities in cloud infrastructure and services and develop and implement security measures to protect against attacks. This course can help build a foundation for a career as a Cloud Security Engineer by providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to research attack vectors and perform attacks against networks and applications. This will help you to better understand how attackers target cloud environments and how to develop and implement security measures to protect against their attacks.

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Information Security Analyst

An Information Security Analyst is responsible for protecting an organization's information systems and data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. They develop and implement security measures, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access control lists, to protect against these threats. This course can help build a foundation for a career as an Information Security Analyst by providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to research attack vectors and perform attacks against networks, Wi-Fi assets, and applications. This will help you to better understand how attackers think and how to defend against their attacks.

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Malware Analyst

A Malware Analyst researches, analyzes, and develops countermeasures for malware, which is malicious software that can damage or disable computer systems and networks. This course can help build a foundation for a career as a Malware Analyst by providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to research attack vectors and perform attacks against applications. This will help you to better understand how malware works and how to develop countermeasures to protect against it.

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Application Security Engineer

An Application Security Engineer is responsible for securing applications from vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to data or systems. They work to identify and fix vulnerabilities in applications and develop and implement security measures to protect against attacks. This course can help build a foundation for a career as an Application Security Engineer by providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to research attack vectors and perform attacks against applications. This will help you to better understand how attackers target applications and how to develop and implement security measures to protect against their attacks.

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Incident Responder

An Incident Responder is responsible for responding to security incidents, such as data breaches and malware attacks. They work to contain the damage caused by the incident and restore systems and networks to normal operation. This course can help build a foundation for a career as an Incident Responder by providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to research attack vectors and perform attacks against networks and applications. This will help you to better understand how attackers target systems and networks and how to respond to and mitigate the damage caused by security incidents.

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Computer Forensic Analyst

A Computer Forensic Analyst investigates computer crimes, such as hacking, identity theft, and fraud. They collect and analyze evidence from computers and other electronic devices to help law enforcement and other agencies solve crimes. This course can help build a foundation for a career as a Computer Forensic Analyst by providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to research attack vectors and perform attacks against networks and applications. This will help you to better understand how criminals use computers to commit crimes and how to investigate these crimes.

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Network Security Analyst

A Network Security Analyst identifies and assesses potential threats to a computer network or system. They develop and implement security measures to protect against these threats, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access control lists. This course can help build a foundation for a career as a Network Security Analyst by providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to research attack vectors and perform attacks against networks. This will help you to better understand how attackers think and how to defend against their attacks.

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Systems Administrator

A Systems Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining computer systems. They work to ensure that systems are running smoothly and securely and that users have access to the resources they need. This course can help build a foundation for a career as a Systems Administrator by providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to troubleshoot system problems and implement security measures. This will help you to better understand how systems work and how to keep them running securely.

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Network Administrator

A Network Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining computer networks. They work to ensure that networks are running smoothly and securely and that users have access to the resources they need. This course can help build a foundation for a career as a Network Administrator by providing you with the knowledge and skills you need to troubleshoot network problems and implement security measures. This will help you to better understand how networks work and how to keep them running securely.

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