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Mastering Kali Linux for Web Penetration Testing
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Mastering Kali Linux for Web Penetration Testing

by Michael McPhee
June 2017
Intermediate to advanced
338 pages
8h 28m
English
Packt Publishing

Overview

Mastering Kali Linux for Web Penetration Testing teaches you advanced techniques for evaluating and improving the security of web applications using Kali Linux. Guided by real-world scenarios and hands-on exercises, this book is an invaluable resource for learning how to uncover vulnerabilities and defensively secure your web applications.

What this Book will help me do

  • Establish a test environment to safely explore and apply penetration testing tools.
  • Learn to perform comprehensive security assessments using tools like Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, and SQLMap.
  • Gain expertise in testing web applications for vulnerabilities such as SQL injection and cross-site scripting.
  • Understand strategies for securing authentication, authorization, and cryptographic implementations in web applications.
  • Apply rigorous penetration testing procedures to ensure secure web application deployment.

Author(s)

None McPhee, the author of this guide, is an experienced cybersecurity professional specializing in web application security. With years of practical knowledge in penetration testing using Kali Linux, they have distilled their insights into this comprehensive book. None's straightforward approach ensures clarity even when explaining complex techniques.

Who is it for?

This book is perfect for IT professionals, penetration testers, and ethical hackers aspiring to advance their web security expertise. Readers looking to deepen their understanding of web penetration testing, especially using Kali Linux, will find this guide empowering. A basic familiarity with cybersecurity concepts is recommended to maximize the learning experience. Whether you're securing your own applications or evaluating others', this book is designed for you.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781784395070