Hacking: The Art of Exploitation, 2nd Edition
'Hacking- The Art of Exploitation (2nd ed. 2008) - Erickson' is a comprehensive, technical guide dedicated to Cyber Security, Programming. Engineered for students, technical practitioners, and self-directed learners, this publication provides structured, authoritative coverage of key concepts and industry standards.
Through detailed, chapter-by-chapter instruction, the material covers Introduction to Penetration Testing Methodologies & Standards, Target Scoping, Rules of Engagement, and Legal Frameworks, Passive and Active Reconnaissance Techniques, Network Scanning, Service Enumeration, and Vulnerability Assessment, followed by advanced implementation techniques, troubleshooting strategies, and best practices. Readers gain both conceptual depth and actionable knowledge supported by practical examples.
An essential addition to your technical library, whether you are preparing for certifications, university coursework, or professional projects in the field.
Through detailed, chapter-by-chapter instruction, the material covers Introduction to Penetration Testing Methodologies & Standards, Target Scoping, Rules of Engagement, and Legal Frameworks, Passive and Active Reconnaissance Techniques, Network Scanning, Service Enumeration, and Vulnerability Assessment, followed by advanced implementation techniques, troubleshooting strategies, and best practices. Readers gain both conceptual depth and actionable knowledge supported by practical examples.
An essential addition to your technical library, whether you are preparing for certifications, university coursework, or professional projects in the field.
Contents at a Glance
Chapter 1: Introduction to Penetration Testing Methodologies & Standards
Chapter 2: Target Scoping, Rules of Engagement, and Legal Frameworks
Chapter 3: Passive and Active Reconnaissance Techniques
Chapter 4: Network Scanning, Service Enumeration, and Vulnerability Assessment
Chapter 5: Exploitation: Gaining Initial Access and Shell Delivery
Chapter 6: Post-Exploitation: Local Enumeration and Privilege Escalation
Chapter 7: Lateral Movement, Pivoting, and Internal Reconnaissance
Chapter 8: Data Exfiltration, Cleanup, and Executive Reporting
Index & Further Reading
Chapter 1: Introduction to Penetration Testing Methodologies & Standards
Chapter 2: Target Scoping, Rules of Engagement, and Legal Frameworks
Chapter 3: Passive and Active Reconnaissance Techniques
Chapter 4: Network Scanning, Service Enumeration, and Vulnerability Assessment
Chapter 5: Exploitation: Gaining Initial Access and Shell Delivery
Chapter 6: Post-Exploitation: Local Enumeration and Privilege Escalation
Chapter 7: Lateral Movement, Pivoting, and Internal Reconnaissance
Chapter 8: Data Exfiltration, Cleanup, and Executive Reporting
Index & Further Reading
