Penetration Testing
Introduction to Metasploit Metasploit Framework is a powerful open-source tool used for penetration testing, exploit development, and vulnerability research. It provides a vast collection of exploits as well as an extensive range of tools that can help in the creation and execution of exploits against a target system. Installation of Metasploit Before we start with
Introduction to SQL Injection SQL Injection (SQLi) is a code injection technique that exploits a security vulnerability occurring in the database layer of an application. The vulnerability is present when user inputs are not correctly sanitized, allowing attackers to manipulate SQL queries executed by the backend database. It is often used by attackers to gain
Introduction to Kali Linux Kali Linux is a Debian-based Linux distribution designed specifically for digital forensics and penetration testing. It comes pre-installed with a wide array of tools for hacking and security research. Kali is developed by Offensive Security and is a successor to the BackTrack Linux project. System Requirements Before setting up Kali Linux,
Identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in web applications are critical tasks in cyber security to ensure the protection and integrity of web services. Below, we break down this process into key steps. Vulnerability Identification Information Gathering Gather as much information as possible about the target web application. This includes: Reconnaissance tools: Netcraft, BuiltWith, and Shodan. Manual
Conducting a penetration test on a corporate network is a systematic process aimed at identifying and exploiting security vulnerabilities. Below are detailed steps spread across several key phases: Phase 1: Planning and Preparation Define the Scope Determine Target Systems: Agree on which network elements are to be tested (servers, applications, devices, etc.). Establish Boundaries: Specify
Penetration testing, or pen-testing, is a vital security practice that involves simulating a cyber-attack on a computer system, network, or application to find vulnerabilities that an attacker could exploit. When it comes to cloud-based applications, the process can be more complex due to the shared responsibility model of cloud computing and the dynamic nature of
Introduction Vulnerability management is a critical element in maintaining the security and integrity of cloud applications. It involves identifying, classifying, remediating, and mitigating vulnerabilities within software systems. For cloud applications, this process is particularly challenging due to their dynamic nature, shared resources, and service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS). A comprehensive vulnerability management program should be
Social engineering is a technique where the attacker manipulates individuals into performing actions or divulging confidential information. In penetration testing (pen-testing), it attempts to exploit human vulnerabilities to gain access to systems, data, or premises. Below are detailed steps on how to use social engineering in targeted pen-testing scenarios. Understanding the Target Research: Begin by
Introduction Advanced phishing campaigns for Red Team exercises are simulated attacks that mimic the tactics and techniques of real-world attackers aiming to deceive individuals into providing sensitive information. Unlike basic phishing scams that typically involve sending out generic emails en masse, advanced phishing involves careful planning, customization, and execution to effectively test and improve an
SQL Injection is one of the most common web application vulnerabilities that allows an attacker to interfere with the queries that an application makes to its database. Advanced SQL injection techniques can help penetration testers uncover and demonstrate the risk of more sophisticated SQL injection vulnerabilities that simple automated tools might miss. Disclaimer: This information
