Becoming the Hacker

The tester's toolkit

The penetration testing tools used vary from professional to professional. Tools and techniques evolve every day and you have to keep up. While it's nearly impossible to compile an exhaustive list of tools that will cover every scenario, there are some tried-and-true programs, techniques, and environments that will undoubtedly help any attacker to reach their goal.

Kali Linux

Previously known as BackTrack, Kali Linux has been the Linux distribution of choice for penetration testers for many years. It is hard to argue with its value, as it incorporates almost all of the tools required to do application and network assessments. The Kali Linux team also provides regular updates, keeping not only the OS but also the attack tools ...