Web Penetration Testing with Kali Linux

Joseph Muniz

sept. 2013 · Packt Publishing Ltd

Despre această carte electronică

Web Penetration Testing with Kali Linux contains various penetration testing methods using BackTrack that will be used by the reader. It contains clear step-by-step instructions with lot of screenshots. It is written in an easy to understand language which will further simplify the understanding for the user."Web Penetration Testing with Kali Linux" is ideal for anyone who is interested in learning how to become a penetration tester. It will also help the users who are new to Kali Linux and want to learn the features and differences in Kali versus Backtrack, and seasoned penetration testers who may need a refresher or reference on new tools and techniques. Basic familiarity with web-based programming languages such as PHP, JavaScript and MySQL will also prove helpful.

Despre autor

Joseph Muniz is a technical solutions architect and security researcher.. He started his career in software development and later managed networks as a contracted technical resource. Joseph moved into consulting and found a passion for security while meeting with a variety of customers. He has been involved with the design and implementation of multiple projects ranging from Fortune 500 corporations to large federal networks.Joseph runs the http://TheSecurityBlogger.com website, a popular resources regarding security and product implementation. You can also find Joseph speaking at live events as well as involved with other publications. Recent events include being a speaker for "Social Media Deception" at the 2013 ASIS International conference, speaker for "Eliminate Network Blind Spots with Data Center Security" webinar, speaker for "Making Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Work" at the Government Solutions Forum, Washington DC and an article on "Compromising Passwords in PenTest Magazine - Backtrack" Compendium, July 2013. Outside of work, he can be found behind turntables scratching classic vinyl or on the soccer pitch hacking away at the local club teams.