Offensive Development
Practitioner Certification
(ODPC) Exam Overview
Certification Overview
The Offensive Development Practitioner Certification (ODPC) is an advanced certification course for cybersecurity professionals specializing in penetration testing and offensive security operations. This certification validates the ability to bypass advanced security controls, achieve complex objectives, and produce professional-grade documentation.
What’s Included with the Certification Course?
- Comprehensive training materials, including lab guides and video walkthroughs.
- One free exam voucher to attempt the ODPC certification exam, valued at $100.
- Access to an exclusive lab environment for practical, hands-on experience.
Purchase the Certification Course here:
Exam-Only Option
You don’t need to purchase the full course to take the ODPC certification exam! Experienced professionals can purchase a standalone exam voucher and attempt the certification directly.
Benefits of the Exam-Only Option:
- Direct access to the live exam environment for 48 hours.
- Same exam challenges and scoring criteria as the full certification course.
- Demonstrate your skills without enrolling in the course.
Purchase Standalone Exam Voucher here:
Retake Policy
If you don’t pass the exam on your first attempt, you can retake it by purchasing a retake voucher for $100. This allows you to reset the exam environment and try again under the same rules.
How to Retake:
- Visit the [Exam Voucher Purchase Page]
- Purchase your $100 retake voucher.
- Reset your exam environment within 24 hours.
- Restart your exam directly from the student portal.
Exam Details
Exam Overview
The ODPC certification exam is a rigorous, hands-on evaluation of advanced offensive security skills. It simulates a real-world environment with 12 objectives across 4 machines, requiring expertise in bypassing defenses, achieving technical goals, and creating detailed documentation.
Exam Challenges
- Bypassing Advanced EDR/AV Solutions: Navigate enterprise-grade defenses.
- Executing Specific Attack Techniques: Develop payloads, inject code, or establish persistence mechanisms.
- Submitting Evidence of Success: Provide screenshots, code snippets, and thorough documentation of methods.
Exam Environment
The live exam environment includes:
- Development Machine: Preconfigured for custom payload creation and testing.
- Cobalt Strike Server: Equipped with a custom profile for the exam.
- Guacamole Access: Web-based remote platform.
- RDP Access: Backup access for redundancy.
- Four Target Machines: Simulating enterprise environments with EDR/AV protections.
Student Preparation Checklist
- Ensure stable and reliable internet connectivity.
- Verify access credentials for RDP/Guacamole.
- Confirm that compilers and IDEs are pre-installed and functional.
- Familiarize yourself with Cobalt Strike or a preferred C2 framework.
- Allocate sufficient uninterrupted time for the exam and reporting period.
Time Management Guidelines
Strategically allocate your time:
- Research and Preparation: 25% of the time.
- Exploitation and Objective Completion: 50% of the time.
- Documentation: 25% of the time.
Allowed and Prohibited Resources
Allowed:
- Custom scripts, public tools, and any scripting language.
- Internet resources for research and reference.
- Modifications to existing tools for objectives.
Prohibited:
- Collaboration or sharing solutions during the exam.
- Using prebuilt tools or scripts without demonstrating understanding.
Portal Usage Details
The student portal facilitates:
- File Uploads: Submit objectives, screenshots, and the final report.
- Submission Tracking: View and confirm completed objectives.
- Submission Review: Ensure files are correctly labeled and complete.
Submissions outside the portal are not accepted.
Scoring Criteria
Performance is evaluated based on:
- Technical Accuracy (40%): Successful completion of objectives.
- Creativity and Efficiency (30%): Innovative approaches and tool usage.
- Documentation Quality (30%): Clear, professional reporting with evidence.
Certification Delivery
Upon passing the exam, candidates receive:
- Digital Certificate: Delivered via email within 10 business days.
- Verification: Certifications are verifiable for authenticity.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Accordion Content
The exam is live for 48 hours. No additional time will be granted. Candidates must manage their time effectively to complete all objectives.
The submission portal is accessible for a total of 96 hours, starting from the scheduled exam time. This includes 48 hours for the technical portion and an additional 48 hours to upload objectives and the final exam report.
The final report must follow this naming convention:
ODPC_Student_Name_Date.pdf
The report must be archived into a .zip file before submission.
Any standard compression tool is acceptable, such as:
- • 7-Zip
- • WinRAR
- • macOS Finder’s built-in compression
- • Linux’s zip command
No, encryption is not required. Simply compress the file and submit it through the portal.
Yes, custom loaders or C2 frameworks are permitted. However
- • Loaders must simulate TCP connection over HTTP or HTTPS
- • If Cobalt Strike beacons are not used, the loader code must be provided along with a detailed explanation of its functionality.
Yes, frameworks such as Havoc or Mythic C2 are allowed. The exam environment supports internet access, enabling candidates to use their preferred frameworks.
A failed exam can be retaken by purchasing a new exam voucher for $100. After obtaining the voucher, the exam can be rescheduled through the portal.
In cases where defenses cannot be bypassed:
- • Submit the report detailing all attempts and processes.
- • Success is not solely based on bypassing but also on demonstrating understanding, effort, and creativity.
No, not all objectives require sophisticated bypass techniques. Creative approaches and strong problem-solving skills are highly valued.
Yes, submitted data remains private and is not shared. However, the exam simulates real-world environments, and detection by AV/EDR systems cannot be guaranteed.
Accordion Content
Absolutely. The exam is designed to challenge even seasoned professionals, requiring determination, technical expertise, and creativity to succeed.
No, collaboration or external assistance is strictly prohibited. The exam assesses individual skills and understanding.
No, extensions are not permitted. The automated exam process enforces strict deadlines.
Digital certificates are emailed within 10 business days. Ensure that the registered email address is accurate.
Missed exams require purchasing a new voucher to reschedule. The automated process starts the exam at the scheduled time.
No, once scheduled, exams cannot be canceled or rescheduled. The automated process does not allow for changes.
No, exam vouchers are non-refundable. Candidates should confirm readiness before purchasing.
No specific tools are required. Candidates may use any tools they are comfortable with, provided proper documentation and understanding are demonstrated.
No, there are no limits or waiting periods for retakes. Candidates may retake the exam as soon as a new voucher is purchased.
Yes, certifications are verifiable to ensure legitimacy and authenticity.
This refers to using a tool or script without explaining its functionality. Candidates must:
- • Clearly explain how the tool or script works.
- • Document modifications made to adapt it to the exam environment.
- • Highlight and comment on code changes.
- • Provide a detailed explanation of the logic behind the approach.
Failure to demonstrate understanding of tools or techniques will result in exam failure.
