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HTB Certified Penetration Testing Specialist (HTB CPTS)

Study focus: A structured penetration-testing methodology across enumeration, exploitation, privilege escalation and reporting.
Where you'd use it: Useful when a tester needs to work methodically through an unfamiliar environment and produce evidence another person can follow.
Our preparation advice: Get comfortable with Linux, networking and web requests. Budget time for the Academy path and for writing reports, not just completing targets.

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Where CPTS can lead · requirements and possible next steps

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Editorial learning sequence

Earlier learning foundation

eJPT →

Moves from introductory practical testing toward a broader penetration-testing workflow and reporting assessment.

Sources and overlap

Enumeration and exploitation recur at greater depth; eJPT is a learning option rather than a mandatory prerequisite.

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