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Finding and exploiting Linux vulnerabilities and misconfigurations to gain a root shell in Penetration Testing
Updated on Sep, 2026
IT and Software , Network and Security, Penetration Testing
Duration - 5.5 hours
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A penetration test, also called a PEN-TEST or ethical hacking, is a cybersecurity technique organizations use to identify, test and highlight vulnerabilities in their security posture. These penetration tests are often carried out by ethical hackers. These in-house employees or third parties mimic the strategies and actions of an attacker to evaluate the hackability of an organization's computer systems, network or web applications. Organizations can also use pen testing to test their adherence to compliance regulations.
Ethical hackers are information technology (IT) experts who use hacking methods to help companies identify possible entry points into their infrastructure. By using different methodologies, tools and approaches, companies can perform simulated cyber attacks to test the strengths and weaknesses of their existing security systems. Penetration, in this case, refers to the degree to which a hypothetical threat actor, or hacker, can penetrate an organization's cybersecurity measures and protocols.
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CTF Competitions are the perfect way to enhance the talent of an individual Hacker. Many organizations consider it the right platform to find the skilled ethical hacker with the best academic and hands-on learning experience. CTF training, therefore, is an opportunity not only to learn the skills of ethical hacking but also to be found by the organization for their best-of-the-job opportunities. The successful completion of this training will help the participants in learning.
Exploiting Open Ports.
Linux Penetration Testing.
Windows Penetration Testing.
Perform remote exploitation of systems.
Escalate local privileges to the root level.
Need Basic Knowledge about Kali Linux.
Need Basic Knowledge about System Commands.
Need Basic Knowledge about webservers.
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