In this chapter, we created a step-by-step guide surrounding activities that can be carried out when performing penetration testing. We went through an array of different tools and platforms that will help and assist us in conducting such an exercise, as well as how to plan activities efficiently to get the most out of our time and resources. We ended this chapter with a few best practices. This chapter has familiarized you with the various phases of penetration testing, along with the major platforms that you can use for your pen testing exercises. We also talked about the roles of the red and blue teams, including how they add more insights so that we can reap the best results.
At this point, you should be able to conduct a penetration testing exercise and document your findings for the next course of action. You have the conceptual foundations under your belt and the necessary attributes to make the test effective and produce a valued outcome.
In the next chapter, we will...
