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Training Penetration Testing - Exploiting Vulnerabilities 2026

Course created on July 27, 2026Updated on October 5, 2026

On quote$2,310

2 days
Onsite
10 people max.

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Ref: WBB950

10 people max.

On quote$2,310

In-company rate: on quotefrom $4,190 for the whole team

On-site and certification exam on quote

2 days

Onsite

Don't let this gap widen

Why this program matters

Without advanced Penetration Testing mastery, companies suffer 80% of breaches from undetected vulnerabilities, costing on average 4,5 millions € per incident according to IBM 2025.
Security teams lose 50% of time on false positives without optimized scans, exposing customer data and GDPR fines up to 4% CA.
In 2026, 92% of CISO positions require pentest certifications, sidelining outdated profiles against AI-driven cyber threats.
Every quarter without certified training widens a fatal competitive gap, handing your assets to agile attackers.

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Learning objectives

Master advanced Penetration Testing techniques for professional audits
Develop skills in exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities in an enterprise environment
Design realistic attack scenarios using 2026 certified tools
Implement performant automated and manual intrusion tests
Optimize pentest reports for GDPR and ISO 27001 compliance
Deploy secure post-exploitation exploit chains
Manage complex test environments in certified training

Program

Module 1Reconnaissance and Scanning: Advanced Penetration Testing Methods (Nmap, Masscan, Shodan)

Immediate immersion in passive and active reconnaissance phases with automated footprinting via OSINT and tools like Maltego and Shodan to identify critical assets of a target company, advanced configuration of Nmap and Masscan for stealthy scans avoiding IDS, detection of emerging 2026 vulnerabilities via Nuclei and custom Python scripts, practical exercises on a simulated virtual lab with network pivot setup, collaborative analysis of results to prioritize attack vectors, production of an actionable intermediate report boosting your professional skills.

Module 2Exploitation and Post-Exploitation: Targeted Penetration Testing Attacks (Metasploit, Burp, Cobalt Strike)

Concrete attacks on web apps, APIs, and cloud infrastructures with Burp Suite Pro for interception and advanced fuzzing, RCE exploitation via Metasploit and custom modules for 2026 zero-day chains, privilege escalation on Windows/Linux with living-off-the-land techniques, C2 deployment via Cobalt Strike in stealthy beacon mode, real enterprise cases like recent breaches analyzed and reproduced, post-exploitation exercises for persistence and data exfiltration, final writing of a complete certifying report with prioritized remediations, directly enhancing your cybersecurity expertise.

Evaluation method

Advanced technical MCQ on pentest tools and methodologies
Evaluation through a complete exploit chain in a real lab
Presentation and defense of a professional report before expert trainers

Learning method

Live sessions by active certified OSCP/CEH pentester trainers
Practical labs on up-to-date 2026 vulnerable environments
Red thread project: a complete pentest of a simulated enterprise infrastructure
Permanent digital resources and detailed course materials

Methods, materials and delivery

The Training Penetration Testing - Exploiting Vulnerabilities 2026 program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training Penetration Testing - Exploiting Vulnerabilities 2026 program, the following equipment is required:

Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training Penetration Testing - Exploiting Vulnerabilities 2026 program is performed through:

During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

Training quality, guaranteed at every step

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.

Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

Live briefing on goals and team context.
Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.

Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
Program co-written then validated by your team.

Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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Our social commitment

A school kit donated to a child for every training booked

To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.

Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
Distributed through our partner charities
Included, at no extra cost to you

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which tools are used in Penetration Testing training?+

Hands-on work runs on nmap, masscan, shodan, metasploit, burp and cobalt Strike. Those tools come from the Penetration Testing program itself, delivered on site over 2 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.

What can participants do after Penetration Testing training?+

They can master advanced Penetration Testing techniques for professional audits, develop skills in exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities in an enterprise environment and design realistic attack scenarios using 2026 certified tools. Those are the stated objectives of the Penetration Testing program at Advanced level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.

What does the Penetration Testing program cover, day by day?+

Day 1: Reconnaissance and Scanning: Advanced Penetration Testing Methods (Nmap, Masscan, Shodan). Day 2: Exploitation and Post-Exploitation: Targeted Penetration Testing Attacks (Metasploit, Burp, Cobalt Strike). The Penetration Testing program runs over 2 days, delivered on site.

How is Penetration Testing training assessed?+

Assessment relies on advanced technical MCQ on pentest tools and methodologies, evaluation through a complete exploit chain in a real lab and presentation and defense of a professional report before expert trainers. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the Penetration Testing program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.

How much does Penetration Testing training cost per participant?+

Penetration Testing training is priced on quote. The amount depends on headcount, format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team. A detailed quote is sent within one business day, and team pricing covers the whole group from the second participant.Penetration Testing training costs $2,310 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $4,190 for the whole group, up to 8 people. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.

How long does Penetration Testing training take?+

2 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.

Who pays for Penetration Testing training?+

Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.

What do participants need to know before Penetration Testing training?+

Experience in basic pentesting, proficiency in Linux, Python/Bash scripting, TCP/IP network protocols.

Is a certificate issued after Penetration Testing training?+

Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.

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