Cloud Penetration Training

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Cloud Penetration Testing Training Program

Topics

1. Introduction to Cloud Penetration Testing

   • 1.1 Overview of Penetration Testing

   • 1.2 Importance of Penetration Testing in Cloud Environments

   • 1.3 Understanding the Shared Responsibility Model

   • 1.4 Legal and Compliance Considerations

2. Understanding Cloud Architecture

   • 2.1 Cloud Service Models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)

   • 2.2 Key Components of Cloud Architecture

   • 2.3 Differences Between Traditional and Cloud Penetration Testing

   • 2.4 Common Cloud Providers (AWS, Azure, GCP) and Their Security Features

3. Planning and Scoping a Cloud Penetration Test

   • 3.1 Defining the Scope of the Test

   • 3.2 Establishing Rules of Engagement

   • 3.3 Identifying Target Systems and Resources

   • 3.4 Scheduling and Notification Procedures

4. Reconnaissance and Information Gathering

   • 4.1 Passive Reconnaissance Techniques

   • 4.2 Active Reconnaissance Techniques

   • 4.3 Identifying Publicly Accessible Cloud Assets

   • 4.4 Tools for Cloud Reconnaissance

5. Vulnerability Assessment

   • 5.1 Automated Vulnerability Scanning

   • 5.2 Manual Vulnerability Analysis

   • 5.3 Identifying Common Cloud Vulnerabilities

   • 5.4 Analyzing Security Misconfigurations

6. Exploitation Techniques in the Cloud

   • 6.1 Exploiting Cloud Service Vulnerabilities

   • 6.2 Privilege Escalation in Cloud Environments

   • 6.3 Lateral Movement within Cloud Networks

   • 6.4 Exploiting Application and Network Vulnerabilities

7. Post-Exploitation Activities

   • 7.1 Maintaining Access and Persistence

   • 7.2 Data Exfiltration Techniques

   • 7.3 Covering Tracks and Evading Detection

   • 7.4 Collecting and Analyzing Evidence

8. Reporting and Documentation

   • 8.1 Writing an Effective Penetration Testing Report

   • 8.2 Documenting Findings and Recommendations

   • 8.3 Communicating Results to Stakeholders

   • 8.4 Remediation and Follow-Up Testing

9. Tools and Resources for Cloud Penetration Testing

   • 9.1 Open Source Penetration Testing Tools

   • 9.2 Commercial Penetration Testing Tools

   • 9.3 Cloud-Specific Security Tools

   • 9.4 Continuous Learning and Skill Development

10. Case Studies and Practical Examples

    • 10.1 Real-World Cloud Penetration Testing Scenarios

    • 10.2 Lessons Learned from Past Security Breaches

    • 10.3 Best Practices for Cloud Security