Building a strong foundation for a Web Application Penetration Test is critical for success. In this course, Web App Pen Testing: Reconnaissance, you’ll learn to thoroughly plan a Web App Pen Test and begin to apply the Web App Pen Testing methodology through reconnaissance. First, you’ll learn some key terms and concepts that synchronize your vocabulary with the industry. This will include exploring the various Web App Security Testing methods and types as you make work your way towards gaining a thorough understanding of the Dynamic Web App Pen Testing methodology. Next, you’ll cover the Web Application Security Test Planning process to ensure conditions are set for a successful and legal engagement. Finally, you’ll learn how to begin applying the Web App Pen Testing methodology by passively gathering information about the target and its environment from external sources. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of Web App Pen Testing needed to prepare for and begin conducting a successful Web App Pen Test.
Author Name: Tim Tomes
Author Description:
Tim is a believer, husband, father, veteran, software developer, web application security engineer, and the founder of PractiSec (Practical Security Services). With extensive experience in web application security and software development, Tim currently conducts consultative engagements, manages multiple open source software projects (Recon-ng Framework, the HoneyBadger Geolocation Framework, PwnedHub, etc.), writes technical articles (lanmaster53.com), and frequently instructs and presents on s… more

Table of Contents

• Course Overview
  1min
• Web Application Testing Methodologies
  15mins
• Web Application Security Test Planning Process
  18mins
• Methodology: Reconnaissance
  38mins