The Basics of Hacking & 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 & interpret the results of the modern-day hacking tools required to complete a penetration test It provides a simple & 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 & gain a better understanding of offensive security Each chapter contains hands-on examples & exercises that are designed to teach learners how to interpret results & utilize those results in later phases Tool coverage
Includes:: Backtrack Linux Google reconnaissance Meta Goo Fil dig Nmap Nessus Metasploit Fast Track Autopwn Netcat & Hacker Defender rootkit This is complemented by Power Point slides for use in class This book is an ideal resource for security consultants beginning Info Sec professionals & students