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Fundamentals Of Web Pentesting

Duration 124h 30m
Level expert
Max Students 30
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Fundamentals Of Web Pentesting

About Course

The Web Application Penetration Testing Bootcamp is a hands-on training program designed to teach students how to test web applications from a security perspective using ethical hacking techniques. The course focuses on identifying, exploiting, and understanding common web application vulnerabilities such as SQL Injection, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), authentication flaws, access control issues, command injection, and API security risks. Learners work in safe, isolated lab environments that simulate real-world web applications. By combining theory with extensive practical labs, the bootcamp prepares participants to perform end-to-end web application security assessments and communicate findings through professional penetration testing reports.

Objectives

  • Understand ethical and legal boundaries of penetration testing.
  • Explain how web applications work (HTTP/S, sessions, cookies, headers).
  • Perform reconnaissance and map a web application’s attack surface.
  • Identify and exploit common web application vulnerabilities.
  • Use professional penetration testing tools effectively.
  • Conduct an end-to-end authorized web application assessment.
  • Produce a clear, professional penetration testing report with prioritized findings.

Features

  • OWASP Top 10 Focus.
  • Hands-On Labs.
  • Realistic Testing Environment.
  • Manual & Automated Testing.
  • Master Lab (Capstone Project)
  • Beginner-Friendly Structure.
  • Industry Tools Exposure.

Requirements

Minimum Laptop Specifications:

  • CPU: Intel i5 (7th Gen or higher) or AMD Ryzen 5 or higher
  • RAM: 8 GB minimum (16 GB recommended)

Minimum Knowledge:

  • Basic computer usage
  • Basic English reading and comprehension skills
Module 01: Fundamentals & Ethical Hacking Basics
01.1: Understanding ethical and legal boundaries
01.2: Learning web application basics and pentesting workflows
01.3: Setting up a safe lab environment
01.4: Experience Gained: Strong foundation for ethical web application penetration testing
Module 02: Reconnaissance & Information Gathering
02.1: Performing passive and active reconnaissance
02.2: Mapping the attack surface
02.3: Technology and endpoint discovery
02.4: Experience Gained: Attack surface identification skills
Module 03: SQL Injection (SQLi)
03.1: Understanding SQLi types and root causes
03.2: Detecting and exploiting SQL injection
03.3: Experience Gained: Database exploitation and analysis
Module 04: Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
04.1: Identifying reflected, stored, and DOM-based XSS
04.2: Exploiting client-side vulnerabilities
04.3: Experience Gained: Client-side attack understanding
Module 05: Authentication & Session Management
05.1: Discovering authentication weaknesses
05.2: Bypassing login mechanisms
05.3: Session handling flaws
05.4: Experience Gained: Authentication testing skills
Module 06: Access Control Vulnerabilities
06.1: Identifying IDORs and privilege escalation
06.2: Testing horizontal and vertical access control
06.3: Experience Gained: Authorization testing expertise
Module 07: Command Injection & File Inclusion
07.1: Detecting OS command injection
07.2: Understanding LFI/RFI and their impact
07.3: Experience Gained: Server-side exploitation techniques
Module 08: XXE & Sensitive Data Exposure
08.1: Exploiting XML External Entities
08.2: Identifying exposed sensitive data
08.3: Experience Gained: Data exposure analysis
Module 09: Security Misconfiguration
09.1: Spotting insecure server and framework settings
09.2: Experience Gained: Configuration review skills
Module 10: API & Logic Flaws
10.1: Testing REST APIs and SSRF risks
10.2: Identifying business logic flaws and race conditions
10.3: Experience Gained: Advanced application testing skills
Master Lab
Full authorized assessment of a vulnerable web application
Professional report writing with PoCs
Experience Gained: End-to-end web penetration testing experience

About The Instructors

Bera Neser

Computer Engineer who loves to maintain the Security of the Cyber world. My expertise is in Offensive Security. I've gained experience in many areas from an IT perspective and from an Cybersecurity perspective as well in field such as System Administration, Network Engineering, Cloud Engineering, DevOps, Virtualization, QA. I love to automate things through Python, Ansible, Jenkins. I also love to mentor people who pursuit a career in the Cybersecurity. In short, I can define myself as a Cybersecurity Technologist.

Mohammed Sherif

Experienced penetration tester and cyber security consultant with 6+ years of expertise in web, mobile, network, and wireless security assessments. Proven track record in identifying critical vulnerabilities for major global organizations through both enterprise engagements and public bug bounty programs. Skilled in advanced penetration testing methodologies, bughunting and red teaming across complex infrastructures. Currently part of offensive security team, helping enterprises strengthen their defenses through continuous security testing and awareness.

Customer Reviews

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Omar H.

This course exceeded my expectations. The practical labs were incredibly detailed and felt like real-world scenarios. I especially appreciated how vulnerabilities were demonstrated step by step, then exploited in a controlled environment. It gave me real confidence in my testing skills.
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Khalid N.

This course gave me a solid methodology for testing web applications. I now approach assessments in a structured way instead of randomly testing things.
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Rana K.

I appreciated how the instructor explained not only how to exploit vulnerabilities but also why they happen. That deeper understanding made everything much clearer and more professional.
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Sara M.

I loved how structured and beginner-friendly the course was. Even complex topics like SQL injection and XSS were broken down into simple, easy-to-follow explanations. The hands-on approach made everything stick.
Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is designed for beginners who have basic web and Networking knowledge.
Do I need prior penetration testing experience?
No prior pentesting experience is required.
Is the training practical or theory-based?
The bootcamp is heavily hands-on, with labs for every major topic.
Will I learn professional tools?
Yes. You will use tools such as Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, sqlmap, ffuf, Postman, and nmap.
Is there a final project?
Yes. The Master Lab requires conducting a full web application assessment and writing a professional report.
What can I do after completing this bootcamp?
Graduates are prepared for advanced web security training, bug bounty programs, and junior penetration testing roles.
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