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The Basics of Hacking and Penetration Testing, Second Edition, serves as an introduction to the steps required to complete a penetration test or perform an ethical hack from beginning to end. The book teaches students how to properly utilize and interpret the results of the modern-day hacking tools required to complete a penetration test. It provides a simple and clean explanation of how to effectively utilize these tools, along with a four-step methodology for conducting a penetration test or hack, thus equipping students with the know-how required to jump start their careers and gain a better understanding of offensive security. Each chapter contains hands-on examples and exercises that are designed to teach learners how to interpret results and utilize those results in later phases. Tool coverage includes: Backtrack Linux, Google reconnaissance, MetaGooFil, dig, Nmap, Nessus, Metasploit, Fast Track Autopwn, Netcat, and Hacker Defender rootkit. This is complemented by PowerPoint slides for use in class. This book is an ideal resource for security consultants, beginning InfoSec professionals, and students.Product Identifiers
PublisherSyngress Media,U.S.
ISBN-139780124116443
eBay Product ID (ePID)170008099
Product Key Features
Number of Pages225 Pages
Publication NameThe Basics of Hacking and Penetration Testing: Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing Made Easy
LanguageEnglish
SubjectComputer Science
Publication Year2013
TypeTextbook
AuthorPatrick Engebretson
FormatPaperback
Dimensions
Item Height235 mm
Item Weight430 g
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States
Title_AuthorPatrick Engebretson