Intro to Linux Course: Practical Linux for Pentesting
Learn Linux fundamentals with a focus on penetration testing and bug bounties. This course covers Linux basics, system management, and bash scripting, providing the foundation you need for pentesting and automating bug bounties with custom tools.
Last update: Mar 2024
Focus: Linux Courses, Shell Scripting Courses, Bug Bounty Training Courses, Penetration Testing Courses, Programming Courses
Audio Language: English
Subtitles/Captions: Yes
Type of Training: Online self-paced
Caption Language: English
What You’ll Learn
This intro to Linux course will teach you:
- Subdomain Enumeration:
Learn both passive and active techniques for identifying subdomains. - Linux Permissions:
Master the fundamentals of managing Linux permissions and user roles. - Shell Scripting for Recon:
Build custom bash scripts for automation in bug bounties and web attacks. - Package Managers:
Explore various Linux package managers like yum, apt, and brew.
- Network Management:
Dive into Linux network configuration, including DHCP and DNS setup. - Process and Kill Commands:
Understand how to manage processes and kill tasks on Linux systems. - Bash Scripting for XSS Automation:
Automate cross-site scripting (XSS) discovery using bash scripts.
Included in the Into to Linux Course
4.5 Hours of On-Demand Video
2 Downloadable Resources
Access on Mobile
Certificate of Completion
Suitable for the Following Careers
Bug Bounty Hunter
Linux System Administrator
Security Engineer
Course Content
PREVIEW COURSESection 1: Introduction
1. Introduction
Preview
Section 2: Introduction to Linux
2. Tour to Penetration Testing OS
Preview
Section 3: Lab Setup
Section 4: Boot Process
Section 5: Password Management
Section 6: Package Managers
Section 7: Linux System Information
Section 8: Linux Hardware Information
Section 9: Performance Monitoring
Section 10: Userinfo and Management
Section 11: File, Directory and Deletion
Section 12: Directory Management
Section 13: Rename,Move and Case Sensitive
Section 14: Symbolic Links
Section 15: File Reading
Section 16: Process and Kill
Section 17: Background and Foreground
Section 18: Linux Permissions and Umask
Section 19: Linux Network Management
Section 20: Linux Archive Management
Section 21: Linux Search and Patterns
Section 22: Linux SSH Management
Section 23: Linux SAMBA Management
Section 24: Linux File System
Section 25: Snapshot
Section 26: Writing Bash Script for Linux Permissions
Section 27: Learning Linux System Command
Section 28: Snapshot of Linux System Information
Section 29: Learning Linux Performance Monitoring
Learning Bash Script
Audio Version of the Training
OPEN FULL CURRICULUM
Requirements
Basic IT skills
No prior Linux, programming, or hacking knowledge is required.
A computer with a minimum of 4GB RAM and an internet connection
Windows, OS X, or Linux operating system
Description of Intro to Linux Course: Practical Linux for Pentesting
This intro to Linux course is designed to teach Linux fundamentals for penetration testing and bug bounty automation. It starts with the basics, including file management, network setup, and system permissions, providing a solid foundation for pentesting. Students will also learn the differences between Linux and Windows, explore different Linux distributions, and become familiar with penetration testing OS’s like Kali Linux and Parrot OS.
The course then dives into bash scripting to create tools for bug bounty hunting. You’ll learn to write custom scripts for tasks like subdomain enumeration, XSS automation, and directory fuzzing. With practical exercises and hands-on labs, this course ensures you gain the skills needed to automate tasks and perform advanced pentesting tasks. This includes:
- Gaining proficiency in Linux commands and system management
- Writing custom bash scripts for bug bounty automation
- Understanding and managing Linux permissions and user roles
- Setting up Linux networking, DHCP, and DNS services
- Installing and managing Linux packages using various package managers
By the end of this course, you'll be ready to perform penetration testing tasks efficiently and automate processes using Linux and bash scripting, preparing you for real-world pentesting scenarios.
Who Is This Course For
This course is ideal for beginners and professionals interested in learning Linux fundamentals for penetration testing and bug bounty hunting. It's perfect for ethical hackers, SOC analysts, and cyber security professionals looking to automate tasks and improve their Linux skills.
Course Instructor
Rohit Gautam
Rohit Gautam is the CEO and Founder of Hacktify Cyber Security. With years of experience in cybersecurity training, his students have twice ranked among the Top 15 Cybersecurity Researchers of India. Rohit specializes in network exploitation, web application security analysis, and red teaming.
He has worked with top banks in India, including ICICI, Kotak, and IDFC, as part of their VAPT teams. His experience extends to financial organizations like NSDL and Edelweiss and private projects with NTRO and the Government of India.
Rohit has been recognized with various accolades, including Hall of Fame mentions, letters of appreciation, and monetary rewards from companies like Google, Facebook, Trip Advisor, and more, for identifying and responsibly reporting vulnerabilities.
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Testimonials
PAWAN KUMAR D.
Best course, as usual, by Rohit. Thanks for making the best content, sir.
I hope you launch more courses in the future.
Ajay M.
Excellently explained.
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