Zero to Hero on Kali Linux: A Beginner’s Guide to Ethical Hacking, Linux Command Line, Networking, Bash & Python Scripting - Couverture souple

Illman, Zak

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798272157669

Editeur : Independently published, 2025

Synopsis

Zero to Hero on Kali Linux: A Beginner’s Guide to Ethical Hacking, Linux Command Line, Networking, Bash & Python Scripting

By Zak Illman

Unlock the world of ethical hacking and cybersecurity mastery—step by step, from absolute beginner to confident hacker.
Are you fascinated by cybersecurity but don’t know where to begin?

Zero to Hero on Kali Linux is your ultimate roadmap to becoming a skilled ethical hacker using the world’s most powerful penetration testing platform — Kali Linux.

This hands-on guide takes you from zero experience to practical, job-ready skills in ethical hacking, scripting, and cybersecurity defense. Every chapter blends clear explanations, real-world labs, and step-by-step exercises so you can learn by doing — safely and legally.
Inside You’ll Learn:

1. Getting Started the Right Way

• What ethical hacking really means — and how to practice safely.
• How to install and configure Kali Linux on VirtualBox or VMware.
• Legal & ethical rules every hacker must follow.

2. Master the Linux Command Line

• Navigate the filesystem like a pro using ls, cd, grep, and find.
• Manage users, processes, and permissions securely.
• Understand how real hackers use terminal power to uncover system weaknesses.

3. Build Real Hacking Skills

• Configure and secure web servers, SSH, and MySQL.
• Automate reconnaissance tasks using Bash scripting.
• Write and deploy safe exploits and scanners in Python.

4. Network Like a Pro

• Scan, map, and analyze your test networks using Nmap, Netstat, and Wireshark.
• Learn how hackers discover vulnerabilities—and how defenders close the gaps.

5. Anonymity & Stealth Techniques

• Use proxies, VPNs, and Tor for privacy.
• Mask your identity with MAC spoofing and encrypted communication.

6. Offensive & Defensive Labs

• Safely exploit and secure test web applications.
• Simulate brute-force attacks, intrusion detection, and incident response.

7. Career Growth & Certification Roadmap

• Build your ethical hacking toolkit and professional portfolio.
• Learn about CEH, OSCP, CompTIA Security+, and PNPT certifications.
• Follow the structured “Zero to Hero” practice roadmap with CTFs, TryHackMe, and Hack The Box.

Hands-On Learning Experience

Each chapter includes:

• Mini Labs for real-time practice
• Tables, Commands, and Cheat Sheets for fast recall
• Defensive Angles explaining how to secure systems against what you just learned to attack
• Final Project: Launch your first ethical hacking engagement in a safe lab

Perfect For:

• Complete beginners who want to break into cybersecurity.
• IT students, system admins, or developers curious about ethical hacking.
• Anyone preparing for cybersecurity certifications or lab interviews.

Why This Book Stands Out
Unlike generic Linux or hacking guides, Zero to Hero on Kali Linux is written in plain English with a clear progression—from setup to scripting to security engagements. You’ll not only learn how to hack ethically but also understand how to defend, automate, and report like a professional penetration tester.
Packed with over 300 pages of guided labs, real commands, and professional insights, this is your one-stop launchpad into the world of ethical hacking.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Independently published
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798272157669
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 333
• Coordonnées du fabricant: Manufactured by Amazon on behalf of the author; https://www.amazon.fr/hz/contact-us; ; c/o Amazon Media EU S.à.r.l., 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy; Luxembourg; L-1855; Luxembourg