The Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) is a well-respected certification in the field of cybersecurity, specifically focusing on penetration testing. It is offered by Offensive Security, a leading organization in cybersecurity training. The OSCP certification is known for its hands-on approach, requiring candidates to demonstrate their skills in a real-world environment by exploiting vulnerabilities in a controlled lab setting. To earn the OSCP, candidates must complete a challenging exam that lasts 24 hours, where they must compromise multiple machines to achieve a passing score. This certification is highly regarded by employers and is often seen as a benchmark for aspiring penetration testers and ethical hackers.