August 2018
Intermediate to advanced
404 pages
10h 22m
English
Overview
The 'Kali Linux Web Penetration Testing Cookbook' is a comprehensive step-by-step guide to uncovering and addressing security vulnerabilities in web applications. You will learn how to thoroughly test web systems using Kali Linux's testing tools, exploring techniques to both exploit weaknesses and strengthen systems against attacks.
What this Book will help me do
- Set up and utilize a secure test environment for penetration testing with Kali Linux.
- Execute web vulnerability testing with tools like OWASP ZAP and Burp Suite.
- Identify and exploit vulnerabilities such as cross-site scripting and code injection.
- Improve your testing workflow using automated vulnerability scanners.
- Learn to mitigate and secure applications based on the OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities.
Author(s)
Gilberto Najera-Gutierrez is an experienced security professional and certified penetration tester. His teaching approach emphasizes practical learning with real-world scenarios and actionable steps that empower individuals to significantly enhance application security.
Who is it for?
This book is ideal for IT professionals, security engineers, and web developers interested in improving their skills in web application security. Readers should have basic knowledge of Linux systems and experience with security testing tools. It is designed for those who aim to learn effective penetration testing practices to secure web applications and prevent cyber threats.
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