Offensive Security Certified Professional
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Offensive Security Certified Professional

OSCP

Master the art of penetration testing with the industry-standard OSCP certification, focusing on hands-on exploitation, vulnerability assessment, and advanced Active Directory attack methodologies.

Exam syllabus, organized by domain

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Sample Offensive Security Certified Professional exam question

Answer this question the same way you would on exam day. No sign-up needed — one random question, three tries to swap it out.

ProficientPrivilege Escalation

You have gained a reverse shell on a Linux host as the low-privileged `www-data` account by uploading a web shell. What should you do first to pursue privilege escalation in a controlled and methodical manner?

Frequently asked questions

Key facts about the Offensive Security Certified Professional certification and how to prepare for it.

Skills & Requirements

What you need to know before attempting the Offensive Security Certified Professional exam.