Overview:

The Physical Intrusion Testing Training Course provides participants with a comprehensive and practical understanding of how to assess physical security controls and vulnerabilities in corporate environments. Over the course of four days, participants will learn how to simulate real-world attacks on physical premises, access controls, and other protective measures to identify weaknesses that could potentially be exploited by malicious actors.

This training course focuses on hands-on, scenario-based exercises, where students will practice various intrusion testing techniques such as social engineering, bypassing physical barriers, and exploiting security system flaws. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct physical intrusion tests and improve the overall physical security posture of organisations.

Course Outline:

Introduction to Physical Intrusion Testing and Reconnaissance

Introduction to Physical Intrusion Testing:

• The importance of physical security in the context of overall cybersecurity.

• Legal and ethical considerations when performing physical intrusion tests.

• Overview of physical security vulnerabilities and how they align with cybersecurity.

Physical Security Layers:

• Understanding physical security principles: access control, surveillance, barriers, and alarms.

• Types of physical security systems: CCTV, alarm systems, mantraps, and biometric access.

• The role of security personnel in preventing and detecting breaches.

Reconnaissance and Planning:

• Open-source intelligence (OSINT) techniques for gathering information on the target facility.

• Identifying physical entry points, access controls, and security measures.

• Developing attack plans based on the gathered intelligence.

Hands-on Exercises:

• Performing reconnaissance using publicly available data (blueprints, staff directories, websites, etc.).

• Identifying physical security entry points from a simulated target facility.

Social Engineering and Bypassing Physical Security Controls

Social Engineering Techniques:

• Understanding social engineering tactics in physical intrusion testing.

• Techniques such as tailgating, impersonation, and pretexting to gain unauthorised access.

• Interacting with personnel, manipulating trust, and exploiting human factors to bypass physical security measures.

Access Control Systems:

• Evaluating and testing physical access control systems such as ID badges, keycards, biometrics, and PIN codes.

• Techniques to clone or bypass access cards and RFID tags.

• Lockpicking basics and bypassing traditional physical locks.

Surveillance Evasion and Countermeasures:

• Analysing CCTV systems and identifying weaknesses in surveillance setups.

• Bypassing security cameras and avoiding detection.

• Exploiting gaps in monitoring or detection systems.

Hands-on Exercises:

• Practicing social engineering scenarios to gain access to restricted areas.

• Testing the security of ID badge systems, RFID systems, and lock mechanisms.

• Bypassing basic security measures such as keycard access or locks.

Exploiting Physical Systems and Reporting

Exploiting Vulnerabilities in Physical Security:

• Identifying weaknesses in physical security infrastructure such as perimeter fencing, gates, and barriers.

• Exploiting vulnerabilities in security systems such as alarm systems, door entry systems, and security gates.

• Gaining access to restricted areas through physical and electronic means.

Reporting and Mitigation Recommendations:

• Documenting findings and presenting them clearly and professionally.

• Offering remediation strategies and physical security improvement suggestions.

• Delivering actionable insights to enhance security posture and mitigate risks.

Hands-on Exercises:

• Simulating a full physical intrusion test of a controlled environment.

• Report writing based on simulated findings and exploitation outcomes.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Understand the various physical security controls and how they can be bypassed.

• Be able to identify common weaknesses in access control, surveillance, and other physical security measures.

• Master social engineering techniques for exploiting human factors and gaining unauthorised access to physical spaces.

• Gain practical experience with tools and tactics such as lockpicking, bypassing ID badges, and evading surveillance systems.

• Be proficient in creating detailed reports and providing actionable recommendations for physical security improvements.

Course Materials

Each attendee will receive the following Physical intrusion testing tool kit to use and take home:

1. • Waterproof Rucksack
2. • Lockpicks
3. • RFID cloning device
4. • Batteries
5. • Body Camera
6. • SSID Card
7. • Mobile Phone Telescopic lens
8. • Book
9. • Hi-Vis
10. • Lanyards

Why Choose This Course?

• Hands-On Experience: This course is designed for practical learning, where participants engage in real-life physical intrusion testing scenarios.

• Expert Instructors: Learn from seasoned physical security specialists with years of field experience.

• Comprehensive Coverage: The course includes a holistic approach to physical security, from reconnaissance and social engineering to exploiting advanced physical systems.

• Actionable Skills: Gain immediate skills that can be applied in real-world assessments to identify vulnerabilities in physical security.

This Physical Intrusion Testing Training Course will provide you with the expertise to conduct physical security assessments that align with modern cybersecurity efforts, helping you identify gaps in your organisations physical defences and improve security measures.