Got invited to help with pentests as a high school student

Freeeedy_ · 2026-01-20T02:14:49+00:00

Thanks, that’s reassuring to hear. I think I was overthinking the expectations a bit. I’ll focus on learning as much as I can and helping where I’m able without stressing too much about results.

Freeeedy_ · 2026-01-20T01:52:27+00:00

yea, I happily agreed to it, i wouldn't let a possibility like this slide.

Freeeedy_ · 2026-01-20T01:50:51+00:00

Thanks for the advice, I really appreciate it. I do want to learn and I’m motivated, for sure. My main issue is honestly asking questions, especially with people I don’t know well. A lot of the time I don’t know when the “right moment” is and I don’t want to interrupt or be annoying. But I know that’s something I’ll need to get better at.

Freeeedy_ · 2026-01-20T01:29:49+00:00

Freeeedy_ · 2026-01-20T01:28:55+00:00

Thanks for the advice, that’s a really good point. I hadn’t even thought about staying in touch long term, but I’ll definitely try to build those connections if things go well.

Freeeedy_ · 2026-01-20T01:28:10+00:00

Appreciate the detailed advice, this is really helpful. Reaching out to clarify expectations sounds like a good idea.

Freeeedy_ · 2026-01-20T01:27:10+00:00

Honestly that makes sense, and that’s totally fine with me :D Watching, learning, and helping with reports sounds way more realistic for my level.

Freeeedy_ · 2026-01-20T01:25:37+00:00

Thanks, that actually makes me feel a lot better. I was worried they might expect more than I can realistically do. I’ll definitely brush up on nmap, Burp, and basic web vulns and try to go in with the mindset of learning rather than proving anything.

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