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23 July 2026 · 6 min read
Free pentester course from scratch — Pentester Path
Learn penetration testing from zero. The free Pentester Path at BreachRoad Academy: 13 modules, Kali Linux, knowledge tests, XP and ranks. Watch the video.
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22 July 2026 · 14 min read
How to Become a SOC Analyst: 2026 Roadmap
Learn how to become a SOC analyst from scratch: skills, study order, portfolio evidence, and a free 32-module SOC Analyst Path step by step.
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20 July 2026 · 5 min read
Test Your Pentesting Instincts with the Free Operation Helios Game
Play Operation Helios, BreachRoad's free educational game. Make 10 realistic decisions from an authorised penetration test, earn a rank and preview the Pentester Path.
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19 July 2026 · 9 min read
How much does a pentester earn in Poland? (2026)
Indicative penetration tester salary ranges in Poland for 2026: junior, mid and senior, employment vs B2B, and what really raises your rate. No hype.
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19 July 2026 · 12 min read
How to become a penetration tester in 2026
Want to become a penetration tester but don't know where to start? A realistic roadmap: skills, certifications, portfolio and your first job — no fluff.
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19 July 2026 · 11 min read
How to prepare for OSCP from scratch
No experience but eyeing OSCP? Learn how to build the fundamentals step by step, how long it really takes and where to start without burning out.
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27 June 2026 · 11 min read
OSCP+ 2026 exam guide: format, points and strategy
OSCP+ is a hands-on pentest and Active Directory exam. Learn its current format, scoring, evidence rules, report requirements and 70-point strategy.
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26 June 2026 · 11 min read
OSCE3 roadmap: choosing OSEP, OSWE and OSED in 2026
OSCE3 requires OSEP, OSWE and OSED. Compare technical scope, practical exams, prerequisite skills and the best order for three OffSec certifications.
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26 June 2026 · 12 min read
OSCP+: a practical technical 12-week plan that works
This 12-week OSCP+ plan combines PEN-200, labs, Active Directory, privilege escalation and reporting. Build a repeatable exam-ready workflow.
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26 June 2026 · 10 min read
OSCP+ report: evidence, notes and OffSec requirements
An OSCP+ report protects points as much as an exploit. Capture valid proof, describe reproducible steps and submit the required archive correctly.
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25 June 2026 · 11 min read
OSWE and WEB-300: a practical technical review guide
OSWE requires white-box analysis and exploit development. Build a code review workflow for data tracing, debugging and WEB-300 preparation.
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22 June 2026 · 10 min read
OSED and EXP-301: preparing for exploit development
OSED tests Windows user-mode exploit development. Build an EXP-301 workflow for WinDbg, DEP, ASLR, shellcode, debugging and reliable practice.
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22 June 2026 · 10 min read
OSEP and PEN-300: a technical exam preparation guide
OSEP tests defence evasion and multi-stage attacks in mature networks. Learn the PEN-300 scope, operational workflow, reporting and readiness gates.
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21 June 2026 · 9 min read
OSWA and WEB-200: a practical exam preparation guide
OSWA tests practical web application penetration testing. Learn the WEB-200 format, Burp workflow, reporting method and exam readiness criteria.
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21 June 2026 · 9 min read
OSWP and PEN-210: a practical technical wireless exam guide
OSWP tests 802.11 attacks and key recovery. Learn the PEN-210 format, permitted tools, radio workflow, evidence requirements and preparation.
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20 June 2026 · 9 min read
OSDA and SOC-200: SIEM log analysis and reporting guide
OSDA tests detection of attacker actions in a SIEM. Learn the SOC-200 ten-phase format, investigation queries, evidence and reporting workflow.
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20 June 2026 · 9 min read
PNPT exam: Active Directory, reporting and live debrief
PNPT mirrors a professional pentest without CTF flags. Understand the five-day assessment, OSINT, Active Directory, report and live debrief.
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19 June 2026 · 9 min read
CRTO: a practical Red Team Operator preparation guide
CRTO focuses on Active Directory red-team operations. Build skills in C2, OPSEC, credential access, lateral movement and exam-ready methodology.
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19 June 2026 · 9 min read
HTB CPTS: technical exam workflow and pentest report
HTB CPTS tests a complete infrastructure pentest and commercial report. Learn path requirements, the ten-day exam and an evidence workflow.
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18 June 2026 · 9 min read
BSCP guide: preparing for the Burp Suite practical exam
BSCP is a four-hour practical web security exam. Learn the two-application structure, required Academy labs and a Burp Suite Professional workflow.
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13 June 2026 · 10 min read
OSCP vs PNPT vs CPTS: choosing a pentest certification
OSCP+, PNPT and CPTS differ in format, time, reporting and technical emphasis. Compare practical exams and choose the right pentester path.
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