Comprehensive Penetration Testing Checklist
Project Overview
A comprehensive guide for ethical penetration testing, meticulously designed to cover all phases of a penetration test. This step-by-step checklist ensures thorough coverage from preparation to reporting, ideal for both novice and experienced testers.
Why This Matters
Thorough penetration testing is crucial for identifying and addressing security vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by malicious actors. A structured approach ensures consistent, comprehensive assessments while maintaining compliance and professionalism.
Key Features
- Complete pre-engagement procedures
- Detailed information gathering methodology
- Systematic vulnerability analysis approach
- Exploitation and post-exploitation guidelines
- Professional reporting templates
- Remediation verification processes
- Specialized testing considerations
Project Goals
- Standardize penetration testing procedures
- Ensure comprehensive security assessments
- Maintain legal and ethical compliance
- Support both beginners and professionals
- Foster responsible security testing
Browse the Guide
Explore the complete checklist:
Awesome Pentest Checklist on GitHub
Topics Covered
- Pre-Engagement
- Information Gathering
- Vulnerability Analysis
- Exploitation
- Post-Exploitation
- Reporting
- Remediation Verification
- Specialized Testing Considerations
Contributing
This is an open resource that welcomes contributions from:
- Security Professionals
- Penetration Testers
- Security Researchers
- Compliance Experts
- Industry Practitioners
Enhancing security through structured and ethical penetration testing.