Linux Shell Scripting for Hackers
Automate and scale your hacking process with bash scripting
Will be published approx. on 26. February 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
500 pages
978-1-83546-219-5 (ISBN)
Description
Take your ethical hacking skills to the next level by mastering bash script and building your own hacking tools
Key Features
Learn how to automate reconnaissance, exploitation, and post exploitation using bash scripts
Dive into real-world hacking scenarios with hands-on, practical examples
Accelerate your learning journey with a structured approach and expert guidance
Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook
Book DescriptionMastering bash scripting is a powerful skill that separates professional hackers from the rest. This comprehensive guide explores bash scripting in depth, equipping you with the knowledge and tools you need to automate complex tasks, streamline workflows, and craft custom utilities.
The book takes you on a journey through advanced scripting techniques, while helping you master the command line and use practical examples that showcase real-world applications. From automating reconnaissance processes to creating custom exploitation tools, this book provides you with the skills to tackle even the most daunting challenges. You'll discover how to utilize bash, awk, sed, and regular expressions to manipulate data, parse logs, and extract valuable information. A dedicated section also focuses on network scripting, helping you craft scripts that interact with remote systems, scan, and gather information.
By the end of this bash scripting book, you'll be able to apply your newfound knowledge to tackle realistic scenarios, honing your skills and preparing for the front lines of cybersecurity.What you will learn
Develop scripts and tools tailored for ethical hacking and penetration testing
Leverage powerful tools like awk, sed, and grep for data manipulation and log parsing
Design scripts for system hardening
Integrate scripting into your cybersecurity workflows for maximum efficiency
Discover best practices for writing secure, maintainable, and modular scripts
Apply scripting knowledge through real-world case studies and hands-on exercises
Who this book is forIf you're a cybersecurity enthusiast or ethical hacker who wants to learn more about building hacking tools, this book is for you. A basic understanding of ethical hacking, GNU/Linux, and bash scripting concepts will be helpful to get the most out of this book. The book is also ideal for seasoned pentesters and sysadmins looking to optimize operations.
Key Features
Learn how to automate reconnaissance, exploitation, and post exploitation using bash scripts
Dive into real-world hacking scenarios with hands-on, practical examples
Accelerate your learning journey with a structured approach and expert guidance
Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook
Book DescriptionMastering bash scripting is a powerful skill that separates professional hackers from the rest. This comprehensive guide explores bash scripting in depth, equipping you with the knowledge and tools you need to automate complex tasks, streamline workflows, and craft custom utilities.
The book takes you on a journey through advanced scripting techniques, while helping you master the command line and use practical examples that showcase real-world applications. From automating reconnaissance processes to creating custom exploitation tools, this book provides you with the skills to tackle even the most daunting challenges. You'll discover how to utilize bash, awk, sed, and regular expressions to manipulate data, parse logs, and extract valuable information. A dedicated section also focuses on network scripting, helping you craft scripts that interact with remote systems, scan, and gather information.
By the end of this bash scripting book, you'll be able to apply your newfound knowledge to tackle realistic scenarios, honing your skills and preparing for the front lines of cybersecurity.What you will learn
Develop scripts and tools tailored for ethical hacking and penetration testing
Leverage powerful tools like awk, sed, and grep for data manipulation and log parsing
Design scripts for system hardening
Integrate scripting into your cybersecurity workflows for maximum efficiency
Discover best practices for writing secure, maintainable, and modular scripts
Apply scripting knowledge through real-world case studies and hands-on exercises
Who this book is forIf you're a cybersecurity enthusiast or ethical hacker who wants to learn more about building hacking tools, this book is for you. A basic understanding of ethical hacking, GNU/Linux, and bash scripting concepts will be helpful to get the most out of this book. The book is also ideal for seasoned pentesters and sysadmins looking to optimize operations.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Birmingham
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 191 mm
Thickness: 27 mm
Weight
924 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-83546-219-5 (9781835462195)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Valentine Nachi, popularly known as Traw, is a seasoned cybersecurity engineer currently working at BakerTilly. With a strong background in system administration from his previous role at Metbank, Traw brings a wealth of expertise to the field of cybersecurity. He is actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, further honing his skills in securing and optimizing complex networks.
Traw's passion for sharing knowledge is evident through his popular blog, sysxplore, where he has helped over 160,000 individuals master Linux, DevOps, and Cloud technologies across various platforms. His technical writing prowess is also showcased through his contributions at linuxopsy., where he has garnered two years of valuable experience.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Traw maintains an active online presence, engaging with the tech community on Twitter, LinkedIn, and other social media platforms. His dedication to continuous learning and his ability to break down complex concepts make him a respected voice in the industry. Donald A. Tevault - but you can call him Donnie - got involved with Linux way back in 2006, and has been working with it ever since. He holds the Linux Professional Institute Level 3-Security certification, and the GIAC Incident Handler certification. Donnie is a professional Linux trainer, and thanks to the magic of the internet, teaches Linux classes literally the world over from the comfort of his living room. He's also a Linux security researcher for an IoT security company.
Traw's passion for sharing knowledge is evident through his popular blog, sysxplore, where he has helped over 160,000 individuals master Linux, DevOps, and Cloud technologies across various platforms. His technical writing prowess is also showcased through his contributions at linuxopsy., where he has garnered two years of valuable experience.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Traw maintains an active online presence, engaging with the tech community on Twitter, LinkedIn, and other social media platforms. His dedication to continuous learning and his ability to break down complex concepts make him a respected voice in the industry. Donald A. Tevault - but you can call him Donnie - got involved with Linux way back in 2006, and has been working with it ever since. He holds the Linux Professional Institute Level 3-Security certification, and the GIAC Incident Handler certification. Donnie is a professional Linux trainer, and thanks to the magic of the internet, teaches Linux classes literally the world over from the comfort of his living room. He's also a Linux security researcher for an IoT security company.
Content
Table of Contents
Why Bash Scripting for Hackers
Hacking Lab Setup with Kali Linux
Input, Output, and File Manipulation
Reconnaissance and Scanning with Nmap
Automating Web Application Attacks
Password Cracking Technique
Delivering Payloads and Exploitation
Privilege Escalation and Post-Exploitation Actions
Wi-Fi Hacking with Bash and Aircrack-ng
Linux system hardening shell scripting
Automated Report Generation and Visualization
End-to-End Penetration Testing Projects
Why Bash Scripting for Hackers
Hacking Lab Setup with Kali Linux
Input, Output, and File Manipulation
Reconnaissance and Scanning with Nmap
Automating Web Application Attacks
Password Cracking Technique
Delivering Payloads and Exploitation
Privilege Escalation and Post-Exploitation Actions
Wi-Fi Hacking with Bash and Aircrack-ng
Linux system hardening shell scripting
Automated Report Generation and Visualization
End-to-End Penetration Testing Projects