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CCPE-AIH — Advanced Infrastructure
Hacking & Penetration Testing

Advanced infrastructure penetration testing covering IPv6 exploitation, database attacks, Active Directory compromise, Linux privilege escalation, container breakouts, and cloud-specific attack techniques across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Builds on CCPE-I with expert-level red team techniques.

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IPv6 & OSINT Scanning

IPv6 discovery, DVCS exploitation, CI/CD servers

Windows AD & AV Evasion

AppLocker bypass, AMSI bypass, AV evasion, C2 frameworks

Linux Deep Exploitation

Kernel exploits, MongoDB, Docker/K8s breakouts, persistence

Cloud & Network Attacks

AWS/Azure/GCP specific attacks, Azure AD, VPN/VLAN attacks

60 Questions

Exam Length

90 Minutes

Time Limit

70%

Passing Score

$250 USD

Exam Fee

Why It's Trending

Expert Infrastructure Hacking Is a Rare, High-Value Skill

Elite red teams and senior penetration testers who can chain IPv6 exploitation, AV evasion, and AD compromise into complete enterprise compromises are among the most sought-after security professionals globally.

Expert

Red Team Skill Certification

CCPE-AIH validates expert-level infrastructure attack skills used by elite red teams, advanced pentesters, and offensive security consultants.

₹12–28 LPA

Advanced PenTester Salary in India

Expert-level infrastructure penetration testers with AD and C2 framework skills command premium salaries in red teams and security firms.

AD Attacks

#1 Enterprise Breach Path

Active Directory attacks are the most common path to complete enterprise compromise — CCPE-AIH covers every major AD exploitation technique.

Niche

High-Value Red Team Skill

The ability to combine IPv6 exploitation, AV evasion, and AD compromise in a single engagement is a rare skill that distinguishes elite pentesters.

Exam Overview

Exam 156-409 — CCPE-AIH Advanced Infrastructure Hacking

Language

English

Duration

90 Minutes

Questions

~60

Passing Score

70%

Format

Proctored Exam

Fee

$250 USD

Course Content

Complete CCPE-AIH Curriculum

Click any module to explore the expert-level infrastructure hacking topics covered in detail.

IPv4/IPv6 Scanning & OSINT

IPv6 service discovery and enumeration techniques
Exploiting systems and services over IPv6
Host discovery and enumeration across dual-stack environments
Advanced OSINT and asset discovery techniques
Exploiting DVCS (Git, SVN) repositories for sensitive data
Exploiting CI/CD server misconfigurations

Hacking Databases

PostgreSQL exploitation and privilege escalation
MySQL exploitation and data exfiltration
Oracle database exploitation techniques
Identifying database versions and vulnerable configurations
Post-exploitation after database compromise

Windows Exploitation & AV Evasion

Windows enumeration and configuration issue identification
Windows desktop breakout and AppLocker bypass techniques (Windows 10)
Local privilege escalation on Windows
Windows Antivirus evasion techniques
Offensive PowerShell and offensive security development
AMSI (Antimalware Scan Interface) bypass techniques
AV evasion techniques for payload delivery
Post-exploitation tips, tools, and methodology

Active Directory Attacks

Active Directory delegation reviews and pwnage (Windows Server 2016)
Pass the Hash and Pass the Ticket attacks
Cross-domain and cross-forest trust attacks
Pivoting, port forwarding, and lateral movement techniques
Persistence and backdooring (Golden Ticket, Diamond Ticket)
Command and Control (C2) framework setup and operation

Linux Hacking & Container Exploitation

Linux vulnerabilities and configuration issues
Treasure hunting via enumeration and file system analysis
File share and SSH exploitation hacks
X11 vulnerability exploitation
Restricted shell breakouts
Breaking hardened web servers on Linux
Local privilege escalation on Linux
MongoDB exploitation
TTY (Teletype) hacks and network pivoting
Gaining root access via misconfigurations
Kernel exploitation techniques
Post-exploitation and persistence
Kerberos authentication attacks on Linux
Breaking and abusing Docker environments
Exploiting Kubernetes vulnerabilities
Breaking out of Kubernetes containers to host

Cloud & Network Infrastructure Attacks

AWS, Microsoft Azure, and GCP specific attack techniques
Storage misconfiguration identification and exploitation
Credentials, APIs, and token abuse across cloud providers
IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, CaaS, and serverless exploitation
Azure AD attacks and privilege escalation
Exploiting insecure VPN configurations
VLAN hopping attacks and network pivoting

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CCPE-AIH certification?

The Check Point CCPE Advanced Infrastructure Hacking (CCPE-AIH, exam 156-409) validates expert-level infrastructure penetration testing skills. It covers IPv6 exploitation, database attacks, Windows AV evasion, Active Directory compromise, Linux kernel exploitation, container breakouts, and cloud-specific attack techniques.

Who should take the CCPE-AIH course?

Experienced penetration testers, red team operators, and senior security professionals who want to advance to expert-level infrastructure attack techniques. Candidates should have completed CCPE-I (156-402) or have equivalent hands-on penetration testing experience.

What makes CCPE-AIH different from CCPE-I?

CCPE-I covers foundational infrastructure hacking. CCPE-AIH advances into expert-level techniques including IPv6 exploitation, AMSI bypass, AV evasion, C2 frameworks, cross-domain AD attacks, Linux kernel exploitation, Docker/Kubernetes breakouts, and cloud-specific attacks across AWS, Azure, and GCP.

What is covered in the Active Directory module?

The AD module covers delegation reviews, Pass the Hash/Ticket, cross-domain and forest attacks, lateral movement, pivoting, C2 framework operation, and advanced persistence techniques including Golden Ticket and Diamond Ticket attacks against Windows Server 2016 environments.

How many questions are on the 156-409 exam?

The exam contains approximately 60 multiple-choice questions with a 90-minute time limit. The passing score is 70%, delivered via Pearson VUE either online proctored or at an authorised test centre.

What does Zetlan Technologies offer for CCPE-AIH preparation?

Zetlan provides expert-led Advanced Infrastructure Hacking training covering all six modules — from IPv6 OSINT through cloud attacks — with live online sessions, advanced infrastructure lab access, and comprehensive study materials.

CCPE-AIH — Advanced InfrastructureHacking & Penetration Testing

Expert Infrastructure Hacking Is a Rare, High-Value Skill

Exam 156-409 — CCPE-AIH Advanced Infrastructure Hacking

Complete CCPE-AIH Curriculum

Frequently Asked Questions

Advance to Expert-Level Infrastructure Hacking

CCPE-AIH — Advanced Infrastructure
Hacking & Penetration Testing