Conduct Ethical Penetration Testing

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After 90 min: A comprehensive penetration test report identifying security weaknesses

What you need

LaptopPenetration testing toolsLab environmentEthical approval

The 90-Minute Plan

Understand Methodology0–15 min

Learn OWASP testing methodology. Understand legal and ethical constraints.

Reconnaissance15–35 min

Gather information about target. Use passive and active techniques.

Find Vulnerabilities35–55 min

Test for common exploits (SQL injection, XSS, CSRF). Use automated tools.

Exploit Findings55–75 min

Prove vulnerabilities with careful, controlled testing.

Ship & next steps75–90 min

Write detailed report with recommendations. Present findings ethically.

Pro Tip

Always get written permission. Stay within scope. Document everything carefully.

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After 90 min: A secure system for storing and managing your passwords safely

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After 90 min: A comprehensive security report identifying vulnerabilities and improvement areas

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After 90 min: A reusable library of UI components for your projects and team

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After 90 min: A scalable microservices architecture for a distributed application

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