December 2024
Intermediate to advanced
402 pages
9h 56m
English
Overview
Discover how to harness the power of Bash scripting to elevate your penetration testing capabilities. In "Bash Shell Scripting for Pentesters," you'll learn how to automate workflows, manipulate data, and implement creative security solutions on Unix-based systems. By mastering these skills, you'll become more efficient in identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities.
What this Book will help me do
- Become proficient in Bash scripting for navigating and managing Unix systems.
- Automate repetitive pentesting tasks such as reconnaissance and reporting.
- Develop advanced Bash skills like networking, parallel processing, and text manipulation.
- Gain expertise in practical pentesting scenarios, including privilege escalation and pivoting.
- Explore integration of AI tools and DevSecOps workflows into cybersecurity practices.
Author(s)
Steve Campbell, a cybersecurity expert with decades of hands-on experience, specializes in penetration testing and Unix systems. His career blends practical expertise with a passion for teaching. In this book, Steve shares his deep knowledge of Bash scripting applied to pentesting, delivering clear explanations and actionable insights.
Who is it for?
This book is ideal for penetration testers and cybersecurity professionals eager to enhance their scripting skills. Whether you're looking to automate penetration testing tasks or delve into advanced Bash techniques, this book offers practical guidance tailored to your role. A basic knowledge of Unix systems and penetration testing concepts will help you get the most out of it.
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