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Generative AI for Penetration Testing: Red Team

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Level

BEGINNER

Duration

6 h

About this course

Discover how generative AI is revolutionizing penetration testing. In this hands-on course, you’ll learn how red teams are leveraging AI to streamline every phase of an attack—from information gathering to vulnerability discovery, exploitation, and social engineering. You'll gain practical experience with tools like SpiderFoot, Nmap, Burp Suite, Metasploit, and PentestGPT to automate OSINT, prioritize scan results, exploit weaknesses, and maintain access in real-world scenarios. You'll also use AI to craft phishing emails and fake identities, simulating advanced social engineering tactics. Designed for cybersecurity professionals and aspiring ethical hackers, this course combines cutting-edge AI workflows with proven penetration testing strategies. Learn to think like an attacker—and use AI to move faster, smarter, and more effectively in today’s dynamic threat landscape.

What you will learn

  • Use AI-powered tools to automate OSINT and reconnaissance
  • Discover and prioritize vulnerabilities using AI-enhanced scanning
  • Execute AI-assisted exploitation and persistence techniques
  • Design AI-generated phishing campaigns and fake personas