If you’re just getting started along the exciting path of hacking, cybersecurity, and pentesting, Linux Basics for Hackers is an excellent introduction. With Kali Linux, an operating system designed for digital forensics and penetration testing, you’ll learn the basics of using Linux and acquire the tools and techniques you’ll need to take control of a Linux environment (Kali runs on a Raspberry Pi too!).
First, you’ll learn how to install Kali on a virtual machine and get an introduction to basic Linux concepts. Next, you’ll tackle broader Linux topics like manipulating text, controlling file and directory permissions, and managing user environment variables. You’ll then focus on foundational hacking concepts like security and anonymity and learn scripting skills with bash and Python.
Practical tutorials and exercises throughout will reinforce and test your skills as you learn how to:
Cover your tracks by changing your network information and manipulating the journalctl logging utility
Write a tool to scan for network connections, and connect and listen to wireless networks
Keep your internet activity stealthy using Tor, proxy servers, VPNs, and encrypted email
Write a bash script to find potential attack targets over a range of IP addresses
Use and abuse services like MySQL, the Apache web server, and OpenSSH
Build your own hacking tools, such as remote spy cameras and password crackers
New to this edition: This second edition has been updated to address recent changes to Kali and Linux, including a more secure approach to root privileges, updates to Bluetooth and Linux logging functions, and a new chapter with advice on AI in cybersecurity.
Hacking is complex, and there is no single way in. Why not start at the beginning with Linux Basics for Hackers?
Author Bio
OccupyTheWeb (OTW) is an infosec consultant, forensic investigator, and trainer with more than 20 years in the industry. He maintains the Hackers Arise training site and trains US military personnel, Department of Defence contractors, and federal employees in information security and hacking.
Table of contents
Acknowledgments Preface Introduction Chapter 1: Getting Started with the Basics Chapter 2: Text Manipulation Chapter 3: Analysing and Managing Networks Chapter 4: Adding and Removing Software Chapter 5: Controlling File and Directory Permissions Chapter 6: Process Management Chapter 7: Managing User Environment Variables Chapter 8: Bash Scripting Chapter 9: Compressing and Archiving Chapter 10: File system and Storage Device Management Chapter 11: The Logging System Chapter 12: Using and Abusing Services Chapter 13: Becoming Secure and Anonymous Chapter 14: Understanding and Inspecting Wireless Networks Chapter 15: Managing the Linux Kernel and Loadable Kernel Modules Chapter 16: Automating Tasks with Job Scheduling Chapter 17: Python Scripting Basics for Hackers Chapter 18: Artificial Intelligence for Hackers Index
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