penetration testing
10 open-source recon tools worth your time
Recon is the initial stage in the penetration testing process. It’s a vital phase allowing the tester to understand their target and strategize their moves. Here are ten …
Kali Linux 2023.2 released: New tools, a pre-built Hyper-V image, a new audio stack, and more!
Offensive Security has released Kali Linux 2023.2, the latest version of its popular penetration testing and digital forensics platform. New tools in Kali Linux 2023.2 Aside …
Penetration tester develops AWS-based automated cracking rig
Building a custom cracking rig for research can be expensive, so penetration tester Max Ahartz built one on AWS. In this Help Net Security interview, he takes us through the …
Fresh perspectives needed to manage growing vulnerabilities
In its inaugural 2023 Offensive Security Vision Report, NetSPI unveils findings that highlight vulnerability trends across applications, cloud, and networks. Vulnerability …
Penetration Testing with Kali Linux 2023 released: New modules, exercises, challenges (PEN-200)
OffSec released the 2023 edition of Penetration Testing with Kali Linux (PEN-200). This new version, which incorporates the latest ethical hacking tools and techniques through …
Kali Linux 2023.1 released – and so is Kali Purple!
OffSec (formerly Offensive Security) has released Kali Linux 2023.1, the latest version of its popular penetration testing and digital forensics platform, and the release is …
5 open source Burp Suite penetration testing extensions you should check out
When it comes to assessing the security of computer systems, penetration testing tools are critical for identifying vulnerabilities that attackers may exploit. Among these …
Kali Linux: What’s next for the popular pentesting distro?
If you’re interested in penetration testing and digital forensics, you know that Kali Linux is worth a try. And if you’re already doing it, chances are good you …
Kali Linux 2022.4 released: Kali NetHunter Pro, desktop updates and new tools
Offensive Security has released Kali Linux 2022.4, the latest version of its popular penetration testing and digital forensics platform. New tools in Kali Linux 2022.4 Aside …
5 Kali Linux tools you should learn how to use
Kali Linux is a specialized Linux distribution developed by Offensive Security, designed for experienced Linux users who need a customized platform for penetration testing. …
Red, purple, or blue? When it comes to offensive security operations, it’s not just about picking one color
When people find out that I’ve spent much of my career being hired by companies to steal their secrets, they usually ask, “Are we doing enough? Do we need a red team?” …
Ghostwriter: Open-source project management platform for pentesters
In this Help Net Security video, Christopher Maddalena, Director of Internal and Community Product at SpecterOps, showcases Ghostwriter, which helps you manage clients, …
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