Preparing for Offensive Security certifications like OSCP, OSEP, OSED, OSWE, and OSCE3 can be daunting, especially given the depth of knowledge required in penetration testing, exploit development, and web application security.
Thankfully, the security community has built a rich collection of open-source resources on GitHub that help candidates organize their learning paths and sharpen their skills. Below is a structured overview of some of the most valuable repositories.
Quick Comparison Table
| S.No. | Repository | Stars (approx.) | Focus Area | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0xsyr0/OSCP | 3.4k | OSCP | Popular cheat sheet with commands and enumeration tips |
| 2 | xsudoxx/OSCP | 671 | OSCP | Notes and enumeration guides |
| 3 | verylazytech/OSCP-Resources | 333 | OSCP | Comprehensive toolkit and resources |
| 4 | 0x4D31/awesome-oscp | 3.2k | OSCP | Curated resource list |
| 5 | Extravenger/OSEPlayground | 249 | OSEP | Tools and scripts for OSEP practice |
| 6 | In3x0rabl3/OSEP | 643 | OSEP | Extensive notes and methodologies |
| 7 | GhnimiWael/OSEP_Prep | 64 | OSEP | Curated references for OSEP |
| 8 | beauknowstech/OSEP-Everything | 169 | OSEP | All-in-one personal study repo |
| 9 | mrtouch93/OSED-Notes | 69 | OSED | Personal study notes and exercises |
| 10 | nop-tech/OSED | 741 | OSED | Comprehensive notes and practice binaries |
| 11 | CyberSecurityUP/OSCE3-Complete-Guide | 3.4k | OSCE3 | Complete roadmap across OSWE, OSEP, OSED, OSEE |
| 12 | Lawlez/myOSWE | 90 | OSWE | Web exploitation notes and scripts |
OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional)
- 0xsyr0/OSCP
A widely used cheat sheet consolidating commands, enumeration steps, and exploitation tips for OSCP candidates. - xsudoxx/OSCP
Offers well-organized notes, cheat sheets, and enumeration guides, making it a great quick-reference resource. - verylazytech/OSCP-Resources
A comprehensive toolkit covering methodologies, tools, and recommended reading, structured to help with step-by-step OSCP preparation. - 0x4D31/awesome-oscp
A highly starred curated list of OSCP resources, gathering blogs, labs, tools, and study materials in one place.
OSEP (PEN-300: Advanced Evasion Techniques and Breaching Defenses)
- Extravenger/OSEPlayground
Provides tools and scripts collected during OSEP training, useful for practicing advanced pentesting techniques. - In3x0rabl3/OSEP
A large and comprehensive resource collection for the OSEP exam, including methodology notes and tools. - GhnimiWael/OSEP_Prep
A curated list of references to help candidates navigate advanced exploitation concepts. - beauknowstech/OSEP-Everything
A one-stop all-in-one repository containing personal notes, scripts, and key OSEP-related topics.
OSED (EXP-301: Windows User Mode Exploit Development)
- mrtouch93/OSED-Notes
Personal study notes and exercises for OSED, offering practical insights from someone who attempted the certification. - nop-tech/OSED
A comprehensive repository with notes, practice binaries, exploit development examples, and detailed documentation. A must-have for anyone pursuing OSED.
OSCE3 (Advanced Offensive Security Suite)
- CyberSecurityUP/OSCE3-Complete-Guide
One of the most popular all-in-one repositories, covering OSWE, OSEP, OSED, and OSEE. A great roadmap for anyone preparing for the OSCE3 path.
OSWE (Advanced Web Attacks and Exploitation)
- Lawlez/myOSWE
Provides cheatsheets, scripts, and web exploitation notes for OSWE preparation. Useful for candidates who want focused AWAE/OSWE guidance.
Final Thoughts
These repositories showcase the collaborative power of the infosec community. Instead of relying solely on one repository, candidates should cross-reference multiple sources, practice in labs, and build their own notes. Offensive Security exams emphasize hands-on learning, and these repositories serve as excellent companions on that journey.
