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Penetration Testing For Dummies

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Penetration Testing For Dummies by R Shimonski, Robert Shimonski is an insightful guide for understanding the basics of penetration testing. It equips readers with techniques to protect networks and systems from potential security threats by simulating cyberattacks. The book provides practical advice on ethical hacking to identify vulnerabilities and enhance cybersecurity measures.
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You might enjoy this book if you're eager to delve into the world of cybersecurity and learn practical techniques to test and secure systems. It offers accessible explanations and step-by-step guidance, making it ideal for both beginners and those looking to enhance their technical skills in ethical hacking and penetration testing.

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Target, test, analyse, and report on security vulnerabilities with pen testing.

Pen Testing is necessary for companies looking to target, test, analyse, and patch the security vulnerabilities from hackers attempting to break into and compromise their organisations’ data. It takes a person with hacking skills to look for the weaknesses that make an organisation susceptible to hacking.

Penetration Testing For Dummies aims to equip IT enthusiasts at various levels with the basic knowledge of pen testing. It is the go-to book for those who have some IT experience but desire more knowledge of how to gather intelligence on a target, learn the steps for mapping out a test, and discover best practices for analysing, solving, and reporting on vulnerabilities.

  • The different phases of a pen test from pre-engagement to completion
  • Threat modelling and understanding risk
  • When to apply vulnerability management vs penetration testing
  • Ways to keep your pen testing skills sharp, relevant, and at the top of the game

Get ready to gather intelligence, discover the steps for mapping out tests, and analyse and report results!

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781119577485

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 July 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Audience: General / adult, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 185.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 340g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Robert Shimonski is an ethical hacker and a professional IT leader who has led numerous efforts to architect, design, strategize and implement enterprise solutions that must remain secure. Rob has been involved in security and technology operations for over 25 years and has written his books from the trenches of experience.

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