GPEN 2014: What Material to Use??

sny

My Apologies if this is a repeat question, this is the first time i will be preparing for SANS Certification. I don't think neither me or my employer is willing to spend $5000 for the training so just wondering what study material to use to prepare for the exam? I would really appreciate your input.

veritas_libertas

As far as I know, it's rare for someone to attempt a SANS certification without first attending their training. The exams are based on their training material, which makes the exam difficult to pass without having access to them.

LionelTeo

The Basics of Hacking and Penetration Testing: Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing Made Easy
Advanced Penetration Testing Guide for Highly Secured Enviroment (the ultimate security guide)
Metasploit: The Penetration Tester Guide
The Hackers Playbook
Counter Hack Reloaded
Law is not covered! But you should be able to understand the law that are tested in the GIAC exam during the practice test and prepared for it before the actual exam.


You will not failed if you study hard! Just that you cannot covered everything, the best would cover 90%. Buy a practice test and review additional content and manual first before going for the actual exam!

cyberguypr

If the issue is training dollars but they can give you a week off, don't forget that SANS does the work/study program for $900. You get the training, video course, audio, practice tests, as well as an attempt at the exam.

sny

Just checked the work/study program. I will look into this. Thanks cyberguypr