What is PentesterLab?
PentesterLab is a training platform for security professionals who want to master advanced web hacking and security code review. The platform provides over 700 hands-on labs built around real-world CVEs and exploitation patterns. Each lab requires manual exploitation, encouraging learners to understand root causes and attacker workflows. PentesterLab also offers in-depth code review training across various languages and frameworks, with detailed video walkthroughs explaining vulnerabilities, exploits, and fixes. The platform includes live cohort-based training sessions for individuals and teams, and an enterprise option for organizations.
Features
- Hands-on Labs: Over 700 labs built around real-world vulnerabilities and exploitation patterns.
- Video Walkthroughs: Detailed videos explain the bug, exploit, and fix for most labs.
- Code Review Training: In-depth training across multiple languages and frameworks to find vulnerabilities in source code.
- Manual Exploitation: Every lab requires you to exploit vulnerabilities manually to understand root causes.
- Progress Tracking: Badges and certificates of completion for focused progress in areas like Unix, interception, authentication, and code review.
- Support: Get unstuck without receiving the answer, fostering deeper understanding and sharper instincts.
Use Cases
- Learning advanced web hacking techniques for penetration testing.
- Improving security code review skills across different programming languages.
- Preparing for bug bounty hunting with real-world vulnerability scenarios.
- Training AppSec, pentest, and red teams together using enterprise features.
- Building a hacker mindset through manual exploitation and custom tooling creation.
FAQs
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What is the cost of PentesterLab Pro?
PentesterLab Pro costs $199.99 per year. -
Are there free exercises available?
Yes, you can start with free exercises and upgrade to Pro for deeper labs, video walkthroughs, and advanced content. -
Does PentesterLab offer enterprise training?
Yes, PentesterLab Enterprise helps AppSec, pentest, and red teams build web hacking and code review skills together. -
What kind of vulnerabilities are covered in the labs?
Labs cover vulnerabilities like SQL Injection, XSS, CSRF, SSRF, JWT Attacks, OAuth2 flaws, SAML bypass, deserialization, path traversal, and more.
