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Python Ethical Hacking from Scratch

by Fahad Ali Sarwar

June 2021

Intermediate to advanced

214 pages

4h 29m

English

Packt Publishing

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What's all the fuss about hackers?What is hacking?ConfidentialityIntegrityAvailabilityBecoming a successful hackerLegalityTypes of hackersWhite hat hackersBlack hat hackersGray hat hackersNation-state hackersCorporate spiesHacktivistsScript kiddiesHacking phases and methodologyPlanningReconnaissanceScanningIdentifying weaknessesAttacking and gaining accessMaintaining accessPost exploitationCovering tracksReportingCareers in cybersecuritySystems security administrationSecurity architectPenetration testerForensic analystChief information security officerTypes of attacksSystem controlSocial engineeringBaitingPhishingSummary
Technical requirementsSetting up VirtualBoxInstalling virtual OSesAttack machine OSInstalling PythonInstalling Python on WindowsInstalling Python on Kali LinuxIntegrated development environmentSetting up networkingUpdating KaliUsing virtual environmentsSummary
What is a computer network?Components of a basic computer networkNodeServerTransmission mediaNetwork interface cardHubSwitchRouterGatewayFirewallClassifying networkLocal area networkPersonal area networkMetropolitan area networksWide area networkInternetNetwork stackIntroduction to OSI modelComplete cycleTCP/IP modelMapping the OSI and TCP/IP stackNetwork entitiesPrivate IP addressIPv4 versus IPv6MAC address PortsProtectionChanging our MAC addressCreating a Python scriptSummary
Introduction to networkingData representation in digital systemsData encapsulationThe packet delivery processIntroduction to ScapyInstalling ScapyUnderstanding how Scapy worksNetwork scanner using ScapyAddress Resolution ProtocolARP scanner using ScapySummary
Why do we need ARP?ARP poisoningBuilding an ARP spoof program Arp spoof projectMonitoring trafficEncrypted trafficRestoring ARP tables manuallyDecrypting the network trafficHTTPS versus HTTPBypassing HTTPSSummary

Understanding RATsForward shellReverse shellSocket programming in PythonSocketsCreating a socket in Pythonsocket.socket() APIsocket.bind() APIsocket.listen() APIsocket.accept() APIsocket.connect()socket.send()Socket.recv()socket.close()Fitting it altogetherCreating malwareHacker serverVictim's clientRunning commands remotely on the victim's machineNavigating directoriesSummary
Building a keylogger file transferDownloading the victim file to the hackerUploading files to the victimTaking screenshots KeyloggerSummary
Packaging the malwareUnderstanding the pyinstaller libraryUnderstanding trojansAdding an icon to an executableCreating your own trojanAttack over a public IPCracking passwordsStealing passwordsCreating botnetsSummary
Persistence system protectionIntrusion detection systems IDS detection mechanismsBypassing an IDSPersistenceSummary
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Overview

"Python Ethical Hacking from Scratch" is your practical guide to learning the fundamentals of ethical hacking using Python 3. Throughout the book, you will gain hands-on experience in creating custom tools for penetration testing and cybersecurity measures. By building your own ethical hacking utilities from scratch, you'll deepen your understanding of hacking techniques, network vulnerabilities, and security strategies.

What this Book will help me do

Build practical tools for penetration testing using Python 3.
Understand key concepts in ethical hacking and cybersecurity.
Learn techniques to exploit vulnerabilities in networks and systems.
Develop malware and learn strategies to avoid detection.
Create custom tools to test and secure systems against cyberattacks.

Author(s)

Fahad Ali Sarwar is an experienced cybersecurity professional with a focus on ethical hacking and penetration testing. With a strong background in Python programming, he has dedicated his career to teaching practical skills in cybersecurity. His approachable writing style and clear explanations make complex topics accessible to readers of various backgrounds.

Who is it for?

This book is perfect for Python developers wanting to delve into the field of ethical hacking. If you have a foundational understanding of Python and wish to learn how to build tools from scratch while understanding the mindset of hackers, this book is right for you. By the end, you'll be equipped to create custom tools and enhance security in networks and systems. This book is tailored for those who prefer a hands-on, practical approach to learning and applying cybersecurity skills.