Chapter 6

Techniques Used by Hackers

Chapter Objectives

After reading this chapter and completing the exercises, you will be able to do the following:

  • A shaded box with a faded outline. Understand the basic methodology used by hackers

  • A shaded box with a faded outline. Be familiar with some of the basic hacking tools

  • A shaded box with a faded outline. Understand the hacking mentality

  • A shaded box with a faded outline. Be able to explain specific attack methods

Introduction

The first ...

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