July 2018
Beginner
564 pages
12h 22m
English
Overview
This book is your hands-on guide to learning ethical hacking from the ground up. You'll start with the basics and develop skills for testing and securing systems like a professional. By following the step-by-step procedures and practicing attacks in a safe and legal environment, you'll discover how attackers exploit vulnerabilities while gaining the know-how to protect against them.
What this Book will help me do
- Comprehend ethical hacking principles and the types of hackers.
- Set up a secure lab for practicing penetration testing.
- Execute network penetration tests and discover vulnerabilities in web applications.
- Understand client- and server-side attacks and apply post-exploitation techniques.
- Secure systems from attacks by identifying and patching vulnerabilities.
Author(s)
None Sabih is a seasoned expert in cybersecurity and ethical hacking, known for distilling complex concepts into approachable, practical teaching. With years of industry experience and a passion for education, Sabih equips learners at all levels with the tools and knowledge to navigate and secure today's complex digital landscapes.
Who is it for?
This book is perfect for aspiring ethical hackers and cybersecurity enthusiasts looking to begin their journey in penetration testing. Ideal readers may be new to hacking concepts but eager to develop practical, hands-on skills to both attack and secure systems. Professionals aiming to add security expertise to their toolkit will find this an empowering resource. Students or hobbyists curious about hacking and its ethical applications will also greatly benefit.
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