Proving Grounds (PG) is a cutting-edge hacking practice platform featuring real-world, exploitable scenarios. Developed by the community, for the community, PG delivers exceptional learning experiences. For team-based lab training, explore OffSec Cyber Range to elevate your cybersecurity skills.
Which PG edition is right for you? Sharpen hacking skills with penetration testing labs.
Play | FREE pentesting practice labs with dedicated machines that are designed and submitted by the VulnHub community. | |
Practice | The subscription tier with all the features of Play, plus unlimited time and additional machines designed by OffSec experts. | |
Teams | For small teams who are looking to take their corporate pentesting experience to the next level in a full network environment. | |
Enterprise | Designed for larger teams. Features a private environment with an unlimited amount of users. |
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Why use Proving Grounds?
We built Proving Grounds using our years of experience running the OffSec penetration testing practice labs to give you the best training experience available.
REALISM
Proving Grounds offers a true-to-life hacking experience, allowing users to practice diverse techniques, explore intriguing pivots, and experience a wide range of possibilities in a realistic environment.
DYNAMIC UPDATES
We use our Exploit Database and pentest assessments to ensure Proving Grounds stays up to date and our labs grow as we integrate new exploits.
DIVERSITY
Our independent virtual hacking labs are rich with various operating systems and attack vectors, allowing users to use and hone a broad set of pentesting skills.
User-Generated Content
Vulnerable machine creators - With the OffSec UGC program you can submit your vulnerable VMs. Successful submissions will be rewarded and featured in Proving Grounds or other lab offerings.
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