Penetration testing is very unique skill are priority can be achieved from little hard work, dedication and knowledge. Penetration tester is someone who penetrate Network, Applications in order to find vulnerabilities so he can exploit / Prevent and disclose it in a public issue (Pentester and Security Researcher few are little same with Differences) . Learning penetration testing is very important for Professional Security Experts. Even you can learn it, we've covered 5 Best ways to Become successful Penetration Tester. So let's get your hands on it.
1. Require little dedications and Hard Work
Curiosity, Hark Work, dedications and Determination aren't just a words. This words are everything, Dedication is the main key to unlock your achievements and to reach your goal. Without Determination and Curiosity to learn "more" you can not Achieve your goal. Always keep inspired and keep motivating yourself "I can do it", and finally 'HARD WORK' without this you can not do anything!. Penetration testing is not child's play. Hard work is most important. So let's see what hard work you've to do exactly .
2. Get L | PT [Licensed Penetration Tester] Certified
Wow! L | PT (Licensed Penetration Tester) is best short term course for Penetration Tester. L | PT has been officially recognized trusted course / certification by the Government. Do not go for silly courses like C | EH and all ... L | PT is best, They will train you first and last've to pass an exam for certification / license. L | PT Covers almost most important part of Hacking, Vulnerability Exploitation, Network Hacking, Computer Hacking, Code Analysis, Reverse Engineering, and Security / Defense. If you're planning to Become Penetration Tester: L | PT is most important certificate you've to Achieve, But before going for the L | PT's clear below 3 requirement.
3. Learn Programming / Networking
Cost is the number one piece of advice for all hackers and penetration testers, Learning new programming languages and Developing your own Applications helps a lot to hone your skills and it increases your knowledge. Learn Programming languages HTML, JavaScript, PHP, SQL, Python, C and Ruby. Create your own applications and try to hack it. Practicing programming and creating an app will help you to sharp your sense of logic, the main tier of every program is Logic tier. It's highly recommended to learn programming languages.
Networking is also very important part of hacking and penetration testing, without any advance knowledge of TCP / IP, HTTP, OSI Model and Flow you can not really hack. You see everything is moving now on the cloud, Network is everywhere. The most popular Internet . A Penetration Tester Require deep knowledge of TCP / IP, Web Flow / Architecture, Network Flow and the OSI Model. Network is something that carries your dmg each and every data to target through wires and many communication protocols. It's highly recommended you to learn Networking.
4. Learn [Hacking] Common Vulnerabilities, Attacks and Defence
Well It's all about Hacking, Hacking is not possible and without vulnerabilities and in order to exploit vulnerability you have to learn Attacks (Exploits), then after your application you can Defend against hackers. Learning Hacking is the main thing in Penetration Testing. Get engaged with advanced web attacks and exploitation. Read White Papers, Hacking Attend seminars and workshops. Read Hacking Books. Programming and Networking and learn as much as you can. Penetration testing is very huge and Deep.
5. Switch to Linux from Windows / Mac
Well, It's time to switch to Linux from Windows / Mac, Start learning Linux OS's like Linux backtrack and Kali, Learn TOOLING, Scanning, fuzzing, and Spidering etc. .. There're tons of Hacking tools installed in Backtrack / Linux Kali. Learn Fingerprinting, Nmapping, etc. .. Linux OS is Useful for Hackers and comfortable. Especially When You get tons of pre-installed tools. Kali Linux is best OS and advanced Penetration testing.
Extra Tips:
- Never Ever Give up While learning
- Go for (CTF - Capture The Flag) and attend seminars Hacking
- Hacking join Forums and Blogs
- Read OWASP, Defcon and Black Hat's Documentation
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