Vulnerability Scanning & Analysis

Welcome to Vulnerability Scanning & Analysis, a hands-on, beginner-focused module designed for aspiring penetration testers and cybersecurity enthusiasts. This module is a core part of the Junior Penetration Tester Learning Path and provides a solid foundation in identifying, analyzing, and prioritizing security vulnerabilities across networks, systems, and web applications.

Through easy-to-follow lessons, real-world examples, and lab simulations, you’ll learn not only how to run popular scanning tools like Nmap, Burp Suite, and OWASP ZAP, but also how to interpret scan results, separate real threats from false positives, and communicate your findings professionally.

You’ll explore:

• What vulnerabilities are and how they’re tracked (CVE, CWE, CVSS)

• The difference between patches and mitigations

• Active vs. passive scanning techniques

• Manual inspection using CLI tools and browser-based testing

• How to write clear, actionable vulnerability reports

Whether you’re preparing for bug bounty, compliance audits, or a career in ethical hacking, this course gives you the technical and soft skills needed to scan responsibly and report effectively.

Join us and take your first step toward becoming a confident and skilled penetration tester—no prior experience required!