Kali Linux: The Swiss Army Knife of Penetration Testing 31/03/2023 – Posted in: Linux, Penetration Testing

Time to Read: 4-5 minutes. Kali Linux is a Debian-based Linux distribution designed for digital forensics and penetration testing. It is a powerful tool used by security professionals to test the security of computer systems and networks. Kali Linux is an open-source project that is maintained and funded by Offensive Security, a leading provider of information security training and services. Kali Linux comes with a variety of tools and utilities pre-installed, including network scanners, vulnerability…

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Metasploit: A Powerful Penetration Testing Tool 30/03/2023 – Posted in: Penetration Testing

Time to Read: 5-6 minutes. Metasploit is a penetration testing tool used by security professionals to identify vulnerabilities and test the security of computer systems. It provides a wide range of tools and techniques for performing both manual and automated penetration testing. Metasploit was originally developed in 2003 as an open-source tool by H.D. Moore. Today, it is owned and maintained by Rapid7, a leading provider of security software and services. Metasploit is available in…

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