Dec 17th 2024

CompTIA Pentest+ PT0-003: What's New and Updated for 2024

CompTIA has released the new Pentest+ PT0-003 certification exam. This update reflects current trends in penetration testing, vulnerability management, and offensive security practices.

Key Changes in PT0-003

  1. Updated Exam Domains:
    • Planning and Scoping – Covers legal and compliance considerations, scoping, and engagement planning.
    • Information Gathering and Vulnerability Identification – Focuses on passive and active reconnaissance.
    • Attacks and Exploits – Expanded coverage of modern attack techniques and methodologies.
    • Reporting and Communication – Emphasizes effective report writing, findings presentation, and recommending mitigation strategies.
    • Tools and Code Analysis – Includes scripting, automation, and tool usage for penetration testing tasks.
  2. New Content Highlights:
    • Cloud environments and hybrid attack scenarios.
    • Web application and API attacks.
    • Modern penetration testing tools and techniques.
    • Advanced social engineering tactics.
  3. Exam Details:
    • Exam Code: PT0-003
    • Format: Multiple-choice and performance-based questions.
    • Duration: 165 minutes
    • Passing Score: 750 (on a scale of 100-900)

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