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Tools and Code Analysis for CompTIA Pentest+

This course will teach you how to use the various pentest tools and code analysis techniques needed for the PT0-002 exam.

Intermediate
2h 1m
(5)

Created by Rishalin Pillay

Last Updated Jun 23, 2025

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Tools and Code Analysis for CompTIA Pentest+

This course will teach you how to use the various pentest tools and code analysis techniques needed for the PT0-002 exam.

Intermediate
2h 1m
(5)

Created by Rishalin Pillay

Last Updated Jun 23, 2025

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In this course, Tools and Code Analysis for CompTIA Pentest+, you’ll learn how to use the various pentest tools and code analysis techniques to pass the exam. First, you’ll explore Scripting and Shellcoding. In that module you will explore the various shells, and how to write scripts with different scripting languages. Next, you’ll discover how to use the tools for reconnaissance leading up to discovery of exploitable or vulnerable targets. Here you will explore a lot of tools and their capabilities in various phases of a pentest. Finally, you’ll learn how to how to leverage the tools for vulnerability analysis, exfiltration, and ultimately persistence. This module is also tool intensive highlighting the capabilities in various phases of a pentest. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of Tools and Code Analysis for CompTIA Pentest+ needed for the PT0-002

Tools and Code Analysis for CompTIA Pentest+
Intermediate
2h 1m
(5)
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Rishalin Pillay
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Rishalin Pillay has over 12 years of cybersecurity experience and has acquired a vast amount of skills consulting for Fortune 500 companies while taking part in projects performing tasks in network security design, implementation, and vulnerability analysis. He holds many certifications that demonstrate his knowledge and expertise in the cybersecurity field. He is an author and content contributor to a number of books.

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