Course Overview
Everything you need to know about this certification

The Certified Penetration Testing Professional (CPENT) is a fully hands-on pen testing certification delivered through EC-Council's iLabs cyber range. Unlike multiple-choice exams, CPENT evaluates real-world penetration testing skills.

Candidates who score 90%+ earn the Licensed Penetration Tester (LPT) Master credential simultaneously. The exam is a 24-hour live network challenge in two 12-hour segments.

CPENT covers advanced exploitation of Windows and Linux targets, Active Directory attacks, pivoting and lateral movement, IoT and SCADA testing, cloud security testing, and professional report writing.

What You Will Learn
Advanced network penetration testing
Active Directory exploitation
Pivoting and lateral movement
IoT and OT security testing
Cloud penetration testing
Binary exploitation basics
Professional pen test reporting
Custom exploit writing
Bypassing network security controls
Advanced post-exploitation techniques
Skills You'll Gain
MetasploitImpacketBloodHoundCobalt StrikePowerShell EmpireActive DirectoryKerberos AttacksCloud Pen TestingIoT TestingBinary ExploitationPivotingReport Writing
Course Curriculum
7 modules of structured, exam-aligned training
1
Module 1 Advanced Pen Testing Concepts
PTES FrameworkScope & Rules of EngagementPen Test MethodologyLegal Considerations
2
Module 2 Advanced Windows Exploitation
Windows Privilege EscalationToken ManipulationUAC BypassPass-the-HashKerberoastingAS-REP Roasting
3
Module 3 Active Directory Attacks
AD EnumerationBloodHound & SharpHoundDCSyncGolden TicketSilver TicketLSASS DumpingDomain Dominance
4
Module 4 Advanced Linux Exploitation
Linux Privilege EscalationSUID/GUID AbuseKernel ExploitsCron Job AbuseCapability Abuse
5
Module 5 Pivoting and Lateral Movement
SSH TunnelingSOCKS ProxyPort ForwardingChiselLigolo-ngDouble Pivoting
6
Module 6 IoT, OT, Cloud Pen Testing
IoT Attack SurfaceSCADA/ICS TestingAWS Pen TestingAzure Pen TestingGCP Security
7
Module 7 Report Writing & Documentation
Executive SummaryTechnical FindingsRisk RatingsRemediation GuidanceProfessional Report Format
Prerequisites
Recommended Knowledge Before Taking This Course
CEH certification or equivalent knowledge
Proficiency with Linux command line
Understanding of networking protocols
Python or scripting basics helpful
Exam Information
Official certification exam details
Exam Name
CPENT
Format
24-hour live network challenge
Segments
Two 12-hour sessions
Target
Real corporate network iLabs
LPT Master
Score 90%+ to also earn LPT
Validity
3 years
Cost
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Live instructor-led training online with scheduled dates
  • Live interactive sessions
  • Group learning environment
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  • Recording access provided
  • Study materials included
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In-person training at our partner institute locations
  • In-person learning
  • Lab access on-site
  • Hands-on environment
  • Certificate on completion
  • Networking with peers
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Quick Facts
Course CodeCPENT
Duration40 Hours
LevelAdvanced
VendorEC-Council
FormatLive Online / Offline
Exam CodeCPENT
Passing Score70% (LPT: 90%)
LanguageEnglish
CertificateYes — CPENT / LPT Master