Build a strong foundation in ethical hacking by learning the core concepts, tools, and techniques used in penetration testing with Kali Linux. In this course, you will explore the fundamentals of ethical hacking, understand operating system structures, and configure a secure virtual lab environment for safe, hands-on practice. As you progress, you will perform reconnaissance using footprinting, Google hacking, DNS footprinting, and WHOIS lookups to gather information ethically and evaluate potential security risks.

Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: Learn & Secure

Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: Learn & Secure
This course is part of Kali Linux: Ethical Hacking & Pentesting Specialization

Instructor: EDUCBA
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What you'll learn
Define ethical hacking fundamentals and set up secure labs.
Perform reconnaissance using footprinting, DNS, and Google hacking.
Apply tools like Nmap & ZenMap to identify vulnerabilities.
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Assessments
11 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Kali Linux: Ethical Hacking & Pentesting Specialization
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