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WordPress Security Testing for Pentesters and Bug Hunters

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WordPress Security Testing for Pentesters and Bug Hunters

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

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5 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

5 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Perform security testing on WordPress websites

  • Identify and exploit WordPress vulnerabilities

  • Write effective bug bounty reports for security findings

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August 2026

Assessments

8 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 8 modules in this course

This module provides an overview of the course structure, introduces the fundamental concepts of WordPress, and explores techniques for identifying targets in bug bounty programs. Learners will gain foundational knowledge and practical skills related to web development and ethical hacking.

What's included

3 videos

This module covers techniques for identifying and detecting technologies used in WordPress websites. Learners will explore methods such as browser extensions, command-line tools, and fuzzing to analyze web applications and detect underlying technologies.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

This module focuses on strategies and techniques for identifying and exploiting WordPress vulnerabilities, including misconfigurations and security flaws. Learners will gain practical skills in detecting issues through manual and automated methods. The content emphasizes real-world applications of bug-finding in WordPress environments.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

This module equips learners with techniques to identify and assess WordPress websites for security testing. It covers tools and methods for targeting vulnerable sites, including the use of Nuclei for vulnerability detection and data collection strategies like HTTP probing and regex analysis.

What's included

2 videos1 assignment

This module explores various techniques for identifying and exploiting security vulnerabilities in WordPress, including debug logs, user enumeration, and endpoint abuse. Learners will gain practical knowledge on detecting and mitigating common security issues in web applications.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

This module explores various attack techniques targeting WordPress, including brute force attacks, vulnerability scanning with WPScan, theme exploitation, and RCE. Learners will gain hands-on knowledge of penetration testing methods and how to write effective bug bounty reports. The course emphasizes practical tools and real-world security challenges.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

This module teaches learners how to automate security testing using custom scripts and apply fuzzing techniques to identify vulnerabilities in WordPress. It covers advanced methods for detecting and exploiting security flaws in web applications, with a focus on practical implementation and analysis.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

This module covers techniques for identifying and assessing WordPress security vulnerabilities, including selecting sites for testing, installing and exploiting plugins, and using key resources for bug bounty hunting. Learners will gain practical knowledge on evaluating the security of WordPress installations and understanding common vulnerabilities.

What's included

3 videos2 assignments

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