How to Prepare for the OSEP Roadmap — A Comprehensive Guide for Cybersecurity Professionals

The Offensive Security Experienced Penetration Tester (OSEP) certification is a challenging and highly respected credential, focusing on advanced penetration testing techniques within Active Directory (AD) and complex networked environments. OSEP candidates must demonstrate mastery in exploit development, bypassing defenses, and executing lateral movement techniques. This guide provides a structured roadmap, along with essential tools, study resources, and practice environments to prepare for the OSEP exam.

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The OSEP Exam Structure is rigorous, designed to test advanced penetration testing skills across various aspects of network and Active Directory (AD) exploitation. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect and how to prepare for each component:

Exam Format and Duration

Exam Length: The OSEP exam spans 48 hours, during which candidates must exploit multiple machines within a network.Scoring: Candidates need to achieve a minimum score (usually 70 out of 100 points) to pass. Each machine and target in the network is assigned a…