By the end of this course, learners will be able to set up secure pentesting labs, perform advanced reconnaissance with Nmap, develop custom Python scanners, and exploit misconfigured services like SMTP, Samba, and NFS. They will also gain expertise in malware analysis, social engineering, Android exploitation, credential harvesting, and automation with resource scripts.

Advanced Penetration Testing with Kali Linux

Advanced Penetration Testing with Kali Linux
This course is part of Kali Linux: Ethical Hacking & Pentesting Specialization

Instructor: EDUCBA
Access provided by ExxonMobil
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6 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Set up pentesting labs and perform advanced Nmap reconnaissance.
Build Python scanners, exploit SMTP, Samba, and NFS services.
Apply malware analysis, social engineering, and automation scripts.
Skills you'll gain
Tools you'll learn
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Assessments
7 assignments
Taught in English
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October 2025
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This course is part of the Kali Linux: Ethical Hacking & Pentesting Specialization
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