December 2020
Intermediate to advanced
304 pages
8h 57m
English
Overview
Penetration testing is about more than just getting through a perimeter firewall. The biggest security threats are inside the network, where attackers can rampage through sensitive data by exploiting weak access controls and poorly patched software. Designed for up-and-coming security professionals, The Art of Network Penetration Testing teaches you how to take over an enterprise network from the inside. It lays out every stage of an internal security assessment step-by-step, showing you how to identify weaknesses before a malicious invader can do real damage.
About the Technology
Penetration testers uncover security gaps by attacking networks exactly like malicious intruders do. To become a world-class pentester, you need to master offensive security concepts, leverage a proven methodology, and practice, practice, practice. Th is book delivers insights from security expert Royce Davis, along with a virtual testing environment you can use to hone your skills.
About the Book
The Art of Network Penetration Testing is a guide to simulating an internal security breach. You’ll take on the role of the attacker and work through every stage of a professional pentest, from information gathering to seizing control of a system and owning the network. As you brute force passwords, exploit unpatched services, and elevate network level privileges, you’ll learn where the weaknesses are—and how to take advantage of them.
What's Inside
About the Reader
For tech professionals. No security experience required.
About the Author
Royce Davis has orchestrated hundreds of penetration tests, helping to secure many of the largest companies in the world.
Quotes
An excellent reference for all stages of the penetration process.
- Sven Stumpf, BASF
A practical approach that covers everything a beginner needs to get into the field.
- Imanol Valiente Martín, Full On Net
Leads you through a practical and well-structured process. Highly recommended!
- Sithum Nissanka, Worldline
Excellent book! It teaches you how to defend yourself against attacks, but also how to execute penetration tests yourself.
- Marcel van den Brink, TBAuctions
About the Technology
Penetration testers uncover security gaps by attacking networks exactly like malicious intruders do. To become a world-class pentester, you need to master offensive security concepts, leverage a proven methodology, and practice, practice, practice. Th is book delivers insights from security expert Royce Davis, along with a virtual testing environment you can use to hone your skills.
About the Book
The Art of Network Penetration Testing is a guide to simulating an internal security breach. You’ll take on the role of the attacker and work through every stage of a professional pentest, from information gathering to seizing control of a system and owning the network. As you brute force passwords, exploit unpatched services, and elevate network level privileges, you’ll learn where the weaknesses are—and how to take advantage of them.
What's Inside
- Set up a virtual pentest lab
- Exploit Windows and Linux network vulnerabilities
- Establish persistent re-entry to compromised targets
- Detail your findings in an engagement report
About the Reader
For tech professionals. No security experience required.
About the Author
Royce Davis has orchestrated hundreds of penetration tests, helping to secure many of the largest companies in the world.
Quotes
An excellent reference for all stages of the penetration process.
- Sven Stumpf, BASF
A practical approach that covers everything a beginner needs to get into the field.
- Imanol Valiente Martín, Full On Net
Leads you through a practical and well-structured process. Highly recommended!
- Sithum Nissanka, Worldline
Excellent book! It teaches you how to defend yourself against attacks, but also how to execute penetration tests yourself.
- Marcel van den Brink, TBAuctions