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CHETHANA

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Contents

• INTRODUCTON
• LIFECYCLE
• RECONNAISSANCE AND INFORMATION GATHERING
• VULNERABILITY IDENTIFICATION AND ANALYSIS
• EXPLOITATION TECHNIQUES
• POST-EXPLOITATION AND PRIVILEGE ESCALATION
• REPORTING AND REMEDIATION RECOMENDATIONS
• CONCLUSION
Introduction to
Penetration Testing
1 Understanding the 2 Ethical Hacking
Objective
Penetration testers use
Penetration testing aims the same techniques as
to uncover weaknesses in malicious hackers, but
an organization's security with permission and in a
systems and procedures. controlled environment.

3 Comprehensive Evaluation
The process covers various aspects of security, including
network, web applications, and physical access controls.
The Penetration Testing Lifecycle
1 Planning
Defining the scope, objectives, and rules of engagement for the
penetration test.

2 Reconnaissance
Gathering information about the target systems and networks to
identify potential entry points.

3 Exploitation
Attempting to exploit the identified vulnerabilities and gain
unauthorized access to systems.

4 Reporting
Documenting the findings, vulnerabilities, and recommendations
for remediation.
Reconnaissance and Information Gathering
Open-Source Intelligence Network Mapping Vulnerability Scanning
(OSINT)
Identifying the target's network Scanning the target systems to
Collecting data from publicly topology, devices, and services to identify known vulnerabilities that
available sources, such as understand the attack surface. can be exploited.
websites, social media, and online
forums.
Vulnerability Identification
and Analysis
Software Vulnerabilities Network Vulnerabilities
Weaknesses in applications, Weaknesses in the network
operating systems, or third- infrastructure, such as
party software that can be misconfigured firewalls or
exploited. unpatched devices.

Human Vulnerabilities Physical Vulnerabilities


Weaknesses in an Weaknesses in physical
organization's security security controls, such as
awareness and employee access to restricted areas or
behavior, such as phishing unprotected devices.
attacks.
Exploitation Techniques

Password Cracking Exploitation of


Vulnerabilities
Attempting to guess or crack
user passwords to gain Leveraging software flaws to
unauthorized access. execute malicious code or gain
control of systems.

Social Engineering Wireless Attacks


Manipulating people into Exploiting weaknesses in
revealing sensitive information wireless networks to gain
or performing actions that unauthorized access or
compromise security. intercept data.
Post-Exploitation and
Privilege Escalation
Initial Access
Gaining an initial foothold on the target system, such as
through a software vulnerability.

Privilege Escalation
Elevating user privileges to gain higher levels of access
and control over the system.

Lateral Movement
Traversing the network to access other systems and
gather more information or resources.
Reporting and Remediation
Recommendations
Findings Vulnerabilities identified during
the penetration test, including
their severity and impact.

Recommendations Detailed suggestions for


remediation, such as patching
systems, strengthening security
controls, and improving employee
security awareness.

Prioritization A risk-based approach to prioritize


the most critical vulnerabilities
and ensure effective mitigation.

Follow-up Guidance on verifying the


effectiveness of the implemented
remediation measures.
Conclusion
Penetration testing is essential for assessing an organization's security posture by simulating real-world attacks to
uncover vulnerabilities. It enables risk assessment and prioritization of remediation efforts based on severity.
Actionable recommendations help strengthen security measures and enhance employee training. The process also
aids compliance with regulations and aligns practices with industry standards. Ultimately, regular penetration
testing fosters a proactive security culture, better protecting assets and data against potential threats.

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