The Ultimate Kali Linux Book
Harness Nmap, Metasploit, Aircrack-ng, and Empire for cutting-edge pentesting
3rd Edition
Published on 30. April 2024
Book
Paperback/Softback
828 pages
978-1-83508-580-6 (ISBN)
Description
Master the art of ethical hacking, from setting up labs and exploiting security vulnerabilities, to implementing Command and Control (C2) operations, this hands-on guide is your ultimate real-world pentesting companion.
Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader*
Key Features
Execute sophisticated real-world penetration tests, exposing hidden vulnerabilities in enterprise networks
Explore Kali Linux's capabilities with practical steps and in-depth labs
Discover penetration testing best practices, including how to replicate a hacker's toolkit
Book DescriptionJourney into the world of Kali Linux - the central hub for advanced penetration testing, with this ultimate guide to exposing security vulnerabilities in websites and both wired and wireless enterprise networks.
With real-world scenarios, practical steps and coverage of popular tools, this third edition of the bestselling Ultimate Kali Linux Book is your fast track to learning penetration testing with Kali Linux 2024.x. As you work through the book, from preliminary penetration testing activities through performing network and website penetration testing, to exploring Active Directory and social engineering attacks, you'll discover the range of vulnerability assessment tools in Kali Linux, building your confidence and proficiency as a penetration tester or ethical hacker.
This new edition of the book features a brand new chapter on Open Source Intelligence (OSINT), as well as new labs on web applications and social engineering. Procedures for building virtual labs have also been improved, making these easier to understand and follow.
Think of this book as your stepping stone into the modern world of penetration testing and ethical hacking - with the practical guidance and industry best practices the book provides, you'll be ready to tackle real-world cybersecurity challenges head-on.
*Email sign-up and proof of purchase requiredWhat you will learn
Install and configure Kali Linux 2024.1
Think like an adversary to strengthen your cyber defences
Create a lab environment using virtualization technologies to reduce costs
Learn how common security vulnerabilities can be exploited
Use Nmap to discover security weakness on a target system on a network
Explore post-exploitation techniques and Command and Control tactics
Understand how attackers abuse the trust of Active Directory
Implement advanced wireless penetration testing techniques
Who this book is forThis ultimate guide to Kali Linux is for students, trainers, cybersecurity professionals, cyber enthusiasts, network security professionals, ethical hackers, penetration testers, and security engineers.
No prior knowledge of Kali Linux is required, this book will take you from first steps to advanced penetration testing techniques.
Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader*
Key Features
Execute sophisticated real-world penetration tests, exposing hidden vulnerabilities in enterprise networks
Explore Kali Linux's capabilities with practical steps and in-depth labs
Discover penetration testing best practices, including how to replicate a hacker's toolkit
Book DescriptionJourney into the world of Kali Linux - the central hub for advanced penetration testing, with this ultimate guide to exposing security vulnerabilities in websites and both wired and wireless enterprise networks.
With real-world scenarios, practical steps and coverage of popular tools, this third edition of the bestselling Ultimate Kali Linux Book is your fast track to learning penetration testing with Kali Linux 2024.x. As you work through the book, from preliminary penetration testing activities through performing network and website penetration testing, to exploring Active Directory and social engineering attacks, you'll discover the range of vulnerability assessment tools in Kali Linux, building your confidence and proficiency as a penetration tester or ethical hacker.
This new edition of the book features a brand new chapter on Open Source Intelligence (OSINT), as well as new labs on web applications and social engineering. Procedures for building virtual labs have also been improved, making these easier to understand and follow.
Think of this book as your stepping stone into the modern world of penetration testing and ethical hacking - with the practical guidance and industry best practices the book provides, you'll be ready to tackle real-world cybersecurity challenges head-on.
*Email sign-up and proof of purchase requiredWhat you will learn
Install and configure Kali Linux 2024.1
Think like an adversary to strengthen your cyber defences
Create a lab environment using virtualization technologies to reduce costs
Learn how common security vulnerabilities can be exploited
Use Nmap to discover security weakness on a target system on a network
Explore post-exploitation techniques and Command and Control tactics
Understand how attackers abuse the trust of Active Directory
Implement advanced wireless penetration testing techniques
Who this book is forThis ultimate guide to Kali Linux is for students, trainers, cybersecurity professionals, cyber enthusiasts, network security professionals, ethical hackers, penetration testers, and security engineers.
No prior knowledge of Kali Linux is required, this book will take you from first steps to advanced penetration testing techniques.
More details
Edition
3rd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Birmingham
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
US School Grade: College Graduate Student
Edition type
Revised edition
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 191 mm
Thickness: 45 mm
Weight
1514 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-83508-580-6 (9781835085806)
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Glen D. Singh
The Ultimate Kali Linux Book
Harness Nmap, Metasploit, Aircrack-ng, and Empire for cutting-edge pentesting
E-Book
09/2024
3rd Edition
Packt Publishing
€39.59
Available for download
Person
Glen D. Singh is a cybersecurity author, educator and SecOps professional. His areas of expertise are cybersecurity operations, offensive security tactics and techniques, and enterprise networking. He holds a Master of Science (MSc) in cybersecurity and many industry certifications from top awarding bodies such as EC-Council, Cisco, and Check Point.
Glen loves teaching and mentoring others while sharing his wealth of knowledge and experience as an author. He has written many books, which focus on vulnerability discovery and exploitation, threat detection, intrusion analysis, incident response, network security, and enterprise networking. As an aspiring game changer, Glen is passionate about increasing cybersecurity awareness in his homeland, Trinidad and Tobago.
Glen loves teaching and mentoring others while sharing his wealth of knowledge and experience as an author. He has written many books, which focus on vulnerability discovery and exploitation, threat detection, intrusion analysis, incident response, network security, and enterprise networking. As an aspiring game changer, Glen is passionate about increasing cybersecurity awareness in his homeland, Trinidad and Tobago.
Content
Table of Contents
Introduction to Ethical Hacking
Building a penetration testing lab
Setting up for Advanced Penetration Testing Techniques
Passive Reconnaissace
Exploring Open Source Intelligence
Active Reconnaissance
Performing Vulnerability Assessments
Understanding Network Penetration Testing
Performing Network Penetration Testing
Post-Exploitation Techniques
Delving into Command and Control Tactics
Working with Active Directory Attacks
Advanced Active Directory Attacks
Advanced Wireless Penetration Testing
Social Engineering Attacks
Understanding Website Application Security
Advanced Website Penetration Testing
Best Practices for the Real World
Appendix
Introduction to Ethical Hacking
Building a penetration testing lab
Setting up for Advanced Penetration Testing Techniques
Passive Reconnaissace
Exploring Open Source Intelligence
Active Reconnaissance
Performing Vulnerability Assessments
Understanding Network Penetration Testing
Performing Network Penetration Testing
Post-Exploitation Techniques
Delving into Command and Control Tactics
Working with Active Directory Attacks
Advanced Active Directory Attacks
Advanced Wireless Penetration Testing
Social Engineering Attacks
Understanding Website Application Security
Advanced Website Penetration Testing
Best Practices for the Real World
Appendix