Yes, here are some recommended study resources:
- Network Security Assessment (O’Reilly, 3rd edition)
- Hacking Exposed Linux
- Red Team Field Manual (RTFM) by Ben Clarke
- Nmap Network Scanning: The Official Nmap Project by Gordon Lyon
- Guide to Network Discovery and Security Scanning
- Grey Hat Hacking by Allen Harper, Shon Harris & Jonathan Ness
For hands-on learning, we recommend labs and modules from
PortSwigger,
HackTheBox, and
TryHackMe.
Additionally, review acronyms frequently tested in the CPSA assessment, such as those found on
this Quizlet set.