Hacking
David Álvarez Pérez, Ravikant Tiwari
Written by David Álvarez Pérez, a senior malware analyst at Gen Digital Inc., and Ravikant Tiwari, a senior security researcher at Microsoft, with expertise in malware and threat detection, this book is a complete guide to using Ghidra for examining malware, making patches, and customizing its features for your cybersecurity needs.This updated edition walks you through implementing Ghidra’s capabilities and automating reverse-engineering tasks with its plugins. You’ll learn how to set up an environment for practical malware analysis, use Ghidra in headless mode, and leverage Ghidra scripting to automate vulnerability detection in executable binaries. Advanced topics such as creating Ghidra plugins, adding new binary formats, analyzing processor modules, and contributing to the Ghidra project are thoroughly covered too.This edition also simplifies complex concepts such as remote and kernel debugging and binary diffing, and their practical uses, especially in malware analysis. From unpacking malware to analyzing modern ransomware, you’ll acquire the skills necessary for handling real-world cybersecurity challenges.By the end of this Ghidra book, you’ll be adept at avoiding potential vulnerabilities in code, extending Ghidra for advanced reverse-engineering, and applying your skills to strengthen your cybersecurity strategies.
David Álvarez Pérez, Ravikant Tiwari
Written by David Álvarez Pérez, a senior malware analyst at Gen Digital Inc., and Ravikant Tiwari, a senior security researcher at Microsoft, with expertise in malware and threat detection, this book is a complete guide to using Ghidra for examining malware, making patches, and customizing its features for your cybersecurity needs.This updated edition walks you through implementing Ghidra’s capabilities and automating reverse-engineering tasks with its plugins. You’ll learn how to set up an environment for practical malware analysis, use Ghidra in headless mode, and leverage Ghidra scripting to automate vulnerability detection in executable binaries. Advanced topics such as creating Ghidra plugins, adding new binary formats, analyzing processor modules, and contributing to the Ghidra project are thoroughly covered too.This edition also simplifies complex concepts such as remote and kernel debugging and binary diffing, and their practical uses, especially in malware analysis. From unpacking malware to analyzing modern ransomware, you’ll acquire the skills necessary for handling real-world cybersecurity challenges.By the end of this Ghidra book, you’ll be adept at avoiding potential vulnerabilities in code, extending Ghidra for advanced reverse-engineering, and applying your skills to strengthen your cybersecurity strategies.
Ferdinando Santacroce
Since its inception, Git has attracted skilled developers due to its robust, powerful, and reliable features. Its incredibly fast branching ability transformed a piece of code from a niche tool for Linux Kernel developers into a mainstream distributed versioning system. Like most powerful tools, Git can be hard to approach since it has a lot of commands, subcommands, and options that easily confuse newcomers.The 2nd edition of this very successful book will help you overcome this fear and become adept in all the basic tasks in Git. Building upon the success of the first book, we start with a brief step-by-step installation guide; after this, you'll delve into the essentials of Git. For those of you who have bought the first edition, this time we go into internals in far greater depth, talking less about theory and using much more practical examples.The book serves as a primer for topics to follow, such as branching and merging, creating and managing a GitHub personal repository, and fork and pull requests. You’ll then learn the art of cherry-picking, taking only the commits you want, followed by Git blame. Finally, we'll see how to interoperate with a Subversion server, covering the concepts and commands needed to convert an SVN repository into a Git repository.To conclude, this is a collection of resources, links, and appendices to satisfy even the most curious.
Go Systems Programming. Master Linux and Unix system level programming with Go
Mihalis Tsoukalos
Go is the new systems programming language for Linux and Unix systems. It is also the language in which some of the most prominent cloud-level systems have been written, such as Docker. Where C programmers used to rule, Go programmers are in demand to write highly optimized systems programming code.Created by some of the original designers of C and Unix, Go expands the systems programmers toolkit and adds a mature, clear programming language. Traditional system applications become easier to write since pointers are not relevant and garbage collection has taken away the most problematic area for low-level systems code: memory management.This book opens up the world of high-performance Unix system applications to the beginning Go programmer. It does not get stuck on single systems or even system types, but tries to expand the original teachings from Unix system level programming to all types of servers, the cloud, and the web.
Google Cloud Platform for Architects. Design and manage powerful cloud solutions
Vitthal Srinivasan, Loonycorn Ravi, Judy Raj
Using a public cloud platform was considered risky a decade ago, and unconventional even just a few years ago. Today, however, use of the public cloud is completely mainstream - the norm, rather than the exception. Several leading technology firms, including Google, have built sophisticated cloud platforms, and are locked in a fierce competition for market share.The main goal of this book is to enable you to get the best out of the GCP, and to use it with confidence and competence. You will learn why cloud architectures take the forms that they do, and this will help you become a skilled high-level cloud architect. You will also learn how individual cloud services are configured and used, so that you are never intimidated at having to build it yourself. You will also learn the right way and the right situation in which to use the important GCP services.By the end of this book, you will be able to make the most out of Google Cloud Platform design.
Gray Hat C#. Język C# w kontroli i łamaniu zabezpieczeń
Brandon Perry
C# to nowoczesny język programowania, który został od podstaw zaprojektowany jako obiektowy. Ta dojrzała technologia jest często wybierana przez twórców oprogramowania, również tego służącego do pokonywania zabezpieczeń systemów. Dzięki temu, że platforma .NET jest oprogramowaniem open source, w C# można pisać kod, który bez problemu będzie działał w każdym systemie operacyjnym. Co prawda język ten jest prosty i łatwy do nauczenia się, jednak dopiero gruntowna znajomość C# umożliwia efektywne tworzenie narzędzi związanych z bezpieczeństwem, służących choćby do wyszukiwania luk w infrastrukturze czy prowadzenia testów penetracyjnych. Ta książka jest przeznaczona dla specjalistów ds. bezpieczeństwa, którzy chcą korzystać z języka C# do takich zadań jak fuzzowanie, skanowanie w poszukiwaniu luk zabezpieczeń i analiza złośliwego oprogramowania. Opisano tu zarówno podstawy języka C#, jak i jego dość zaawansowane funkcje. Przedstawiono szereg bibliotek dostępnych dla tego języka. Pokazano, jak pisać kod wyszukujący luki w zabezpieczeniach i jak tworzyć eksploity. Przedstawiono sposoby korzystania z takich narzędzi jak Nessus, sqlmap i Cuckoo Sandbox. Dzięki technikom zaprezentowanym w książce administrator bezpieczeństwa bez problemu zautomatyzuje nawet najbardziej żmudne codzienne zadania! W tej książce między innymi: Podstawowe i zaawansowane funkcjonalności języka C# Generowanie kodu ładunków, również wieloplatformowych Skanery, w tym OpenVAS, Nessus i Nexpose Automatyczna identyfikacja luk umożliwiających wstrzyknięcie kodu SQL Tworzenie w C# narzędzi do inżynierii wstecznej C#. Sprawdź swój system zabezpieczeń! Brandon Perry jest programistą i gorącym zwolennikiem idei open source. Odkąd pojawiło się środowisko Mono, pisze aplikacje w języku C#. Tworzy też moduły dla frameworka Metasploit, analizuje pliki binarne i zarządza ciekawymi projektami (https://volatileminds.net/). Fascynuje się badaniami nad bezpieczeństwem systemów informatycznych. Chętnie dzieli się swoją wiedzą, pisze książki i pomaga innym w tworzeniu solidniejszego oprogramowania.
Gray Hat C#. Język C# w kontroli i łamaniu zabezpieczeń
Brandon Perry
C# to nowoczesny język programowania, który został od podstaw zaprojektowany jako obiektowy. Ta dojrzała technologia jest często wybierana przez twórców oprogramowania, również tego służącego do pokonywania zabezpieczeń systemów. Dzięki temu, że platforma .NET jest oprogramowaniem open source, w C# można pisać kod, który bez problemu będzie działał w każdym systemie operacyjnym. Co prawda język ten jest prosty i łatwy do nauczenia się, jednak dopiero gruntowna znajomość C# umożliwia efektywne tworzenie narzędzi związanych z bezpieczeństwem, służących choćby do wyszukiwania luk w infrastrukturze czy prowadzenia testów penetracyjnych. Ta książka jest przeznaczona dla specjalistów ds. bezpieczeństwa, którzy chcą korzystać z języka C# do takich zadań jak fuzzowanie, skanowanie w poszukiwaniu luk zabezpieczeń i analiza złośliwego oprogramowania. Opisano tu zarówno podstawy języka C#, jak i jego dość zaawansowane funkcje. Przedstawiono szereg bibliotek dostępnych dla tego języka. Pokazano, jak pisać kod wyszukujący luki w zabezpieczeniach i jak tworzyć eksploity. Przedstawiono sposoby korzystania z takich narzędzi jak Nessus, sqlmap i Cuckoo Sandbox. Dzięki technikom zaprezentowanym w książce administrator bezpieczeństwa bez problemu zautomatyzuje nawet najbardziej żmudne codzienne zadania! W tej książce między innymi: Podstawowe i zaawansowane funkcjonalności języka C# Generowanie kodu ładunków, również wieloplatformowych Skanery, w tym OpenVAS, Nessus i Nexpose Automatyczna identyfikacja luk umożliwiających wstrzyknięcie kodu SQL Tworzenie w C# narzędzi do inżynierii wstecznej C#. Sprawdź swój system zabezpieczeń! Brandon Perry jest programistą i gorącym zwolennikiem idei open source. Odkąd pojawiło się środowisko Mono, pisze aplikacje w języku C#. Tworzy też moduły dla frameworka Metasploit, analizuje pliki binarne i zarządza ciekawymi projektami (https://volatileminds.net/). Fascynuje się badaniami nad bezpieczeństwem systemów informatycznych. Chętnie dzieli się swoją wiedzą, pisze książki i pomaga innym w tworzeniu solidniejszego oprogramowania.
Ken Underhill, Mari Galloway, Christophe Foulon, Tia...
This book is a comprehensive guide that helps both entry-level and experienced cybersecurity professionals prepare for interviews in a wide variety of career areas.Complete with the authors’ answers to different cybersecurity interview questions, this easy-to-follow and actionable book will help you get ready and be confident. You’ll learn how to prepare and form a winning strategy for job interviews. In addition to this, you’ll also understand the most common technical and behavioral interview questions, learning from real cybersecurity professionals and executives with years of industry experience.By the end of this book, you’ll be able to apply the knowledge you've gained to confidently pass your next job interview and achieve success on your cybersecurity career path.
Christophe Foulon, Ken Underhill, Tia Hopkins
The cybersecurity field is evolving fast, and so are its job interviews. Hack the Cybersecurity Interview, Second Edition is your go-to guide for landing your dream cybersecurity job—whether you're breaking in or aiming for a senior role.This expanded edition builds on reader feedback, refines career paths, and updates strategies for success. With a real-world approach, it preps you for key technical and behavioral questions, covering roles like Cybersecurity Engineer, SOC Analyst, and CISO. You'll learn best practices for answering with confidence and standing out in a competitive market.The book helps you showcase problem-solving skills, highlight transferable experience, and navigate personal branding, job offers, and interview stress. Using the HACK method, it provides a structured approach to adapt to different roles and employer expectations.Whether you're switching careers, advancing in cybersecurity, or preparing for your first role, this book equips you with the insights, strategies, and confidence to secure your ideal cybersecurity job.
Hacking and Security. The Comprehensive Guide to Penetration Testing and Cybersecurity
Rheinwerk Publishing, Inc, Michael Kofler, Klaus Gebeshuber,...
This book provides a comprehensive guide to cybersecurity, covering hacking techniques, tools, and defenses. It begins by introducing key concepts, distinguishing penetration testing from hacking, and explaining hacking tools and procedures. Early chapters focus on security fundamentals, such as attack vectors, intrusion detection, and forensic methods to secure IT systems.As the book progresses, readers explore topics like exploits, authentication, and the challenges of IPv6 security. It also examines the legal aspects of hacking, detailing laws on unauthorized access and negligent IT security. Readers are guided through installing and using Kali Linux for penetration testing, with practical examples of network scanning and exploiting vulnerabilities.Later sections cover a range of essential hacking tools, including Metasploit, OpenVAS, and Wireshark, with step-by-step instructions. The book also explores offline hacking methods, such as bypassing protections and resetting passwords, along with IT forensics techniques for analyzing digital traces and live data. Practical application is emphasized throughout, equipping readers with the skills needed to address real-world cybersecurity threats.
Hacking and Security. The Comprehensive Guide to Penetration Testing and Cybersecurity
Rheinwerk Publishing, Inc, Michael Kofler, Klaus Gebeshuber,...
This book provides a comprehensive guide to cybersecurity, covering hacking techniques, tools, and defenses. It begins by introducing key concepts, distinguishing penetration testing from hacking, and explaining hacking tools and procedures. Early chapters focus on security fundamentals, such as attack vectors, intrusion detection, and forensic methods to secure IT systems.As the book progresses, readers explore topics like exploits, authentication, and the challenges of IPv6 security. It also examines the legal aspects of hacking, detailing laws on unauthorized access and negligent IT security. Readers are guided through installing and using Kali Linux for penetration testing, with practical examples of network scanning and exploiting vulnerabilities.Later sections cover a range of essential hacking tools, including Metasploit, OpenVAS, and Wireshark, with step-by-step instructions. The book also explores offline hacking methods, such as bypassing protections and resetting passwords, along with IT forensics techniques for analyzing digital traces and live data. Practical application is emphasized throughout, equipping readers with the skills needed to address real-world cybersecurity threats.
Hacking and Security. The Comprehensive Guide to Penetration Testing and Cybersecurity
Rheinwerk Publishing, Inc, Michael Kofler, Klaus Gebeshuber,...
This book provides a comprehensive guide to cybersecurity, covering hacking techniques, tools, and defenses. It begins by introducing key concepts, distinguishing penetration testing from hacking, and explaining hacking tools and procedures. Early chapters focus on security fundamentals, such as attack vectors, intrusion detection, and forensic methods to secure IT systems.As the book progresses, readers explore topics like exploits, authentication, and the challenges of IPv6 security. It also examines the legal aspects of hacking, detailing laws on unauthorized access and negligent IT security. Readers are guided through installing and using Kali Linux for penetration testing, with practical examples of network scanning and exploiting vulnerabilities.Later sections cover a range of essential hacking tools, including Metasploit, OpenVAS, and Wireshark, with step-by-step instructions. The book also explores offline hacking methods, such as bypassing protections and resetting passwords, along with IT forensics techniques for analyzing digital traces and live data. Practical application is emphasized throughout, equipping readers with the skills needed to address real-world cybersecurity threats.