Penetration Testing

Penetration Testing, also known as ethical hacking, is a practice of testing a computer system, network, or application to find security vulnerabilities that an attacker could exploit. Coursera's Penetration Testing catalogue equips you with the knowledge to identify, analyze, and address potential weaknesses in cybersecurity infrastructure. You'll learn about the leading methodologies and best practices in penetration testing, including network scanning, vulnerability scanning, system hacking, web application hacking, and social engineering. You'll also master the art of documenting, reporting, and providing recommendations to mitigate risks. As a learner, you'll gain hands-on experience in using various penetration testing tools and technologies, strengthening your cybersecurity skills and readiness for a career in cybersecurity.
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  • Status: Free Trial

    IBM

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Modeling, Penetration Testing, Threat Detection, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cryptography, Security Testing, Application Security, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Vulnerability Assessments, Exploitation techniques, Test Planning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    2.5K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Coursera Instructor Network

    Skills you'll gain: Metasploit, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Data Ethics, Virtual Machines, Linux, Technical Documentation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    66 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial

    EC-Council

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Threat Modeling, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Security, Threat Detection, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Attacks, Application Security, Web Applications, Mobile Security, Internet Of Things, Authentications, Encryption, Wireless Networks

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    575 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Status: AI skills

    IBM

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Cyber Threat Hunting, Incident Response, IT Service Management, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Endpoint Security, Malware Protection, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Linux Commands, Database Management, Network Security, Networking Hardware, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Interviewing Skills, Cyber Security Assessment

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    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    27K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial

    Packt

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Assessments, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Application Security, Technical Communication, Infrastructure Security, Network Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Scripting, Technical Writing, NIST 800-53, Automation, Technical Consulting

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    Status: Free Trial

    IBM

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Detection, Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Linux Administration, Incident Response, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Bash (Scripting Language), Network Troubleshooting, Anomaly Detection, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Network Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    106 reviews

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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  • Status: Free Trial

    Packt

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Metasploit, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Linux, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Command-Line Interface, Exploitation techniques, Scripting, Vulnerability Assessments, General Networking, Scripting Languages, Cyber Security Assessment, Python Programming, Web Applications, Cybersecurity, Data Ethics, Firewall, Network Security, Computer Networking

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    43 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: New
    Status: Free Trial

    Pearson

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF), Cyber Security Strategy, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Modeling, Exploitation techniques, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Security, Security Controls, Data Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    Status: Free Trial

    EC-Council

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cryptography, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Cyber Security Policies, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Detection, Network Monitoring, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Malware Protection, Mobile Security, Identity and Access Management, Internet Of Things, Risk Analysis, Web Applications

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    34 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: New
    Status: Free Trial

    IBM

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Network Security, Vulnerability, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Information Systems Security, Software Installation, Virtual Machines

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Status: AI skills

    Microsoft

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Penetration Testing, Azure Active Directory, Network Security, Computer Systems, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Testing, Encryption, Cybersecurity, System Testing, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Threat Management, Cloud Computing, Authentications, Active Directory, Operating Systems, Data Management, Computer Security Incident Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    2.8K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial

    LearnKartS

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Cryptography, Endpoint Security, GitLab, Virtual Machines, GitHub, Network Protocols

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    278 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months