How to Hack a Phone: Learn Android Hacking With Kali Linux

Learn Android hacking using Kali Linux to test the security of mobile devices. Set up a penetration testing lab, perform network attacks, exploit Android vulnerabilities, and gain remote access to devices using Metasploit and Armitage.

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(420)
650 Students
6 Hours
Stage 5 - Advanced

Last update: June 2023

Audio Language: English

Subtitles/Captions: Yes

Type of Training: Online self-paced

Focus: Mobile Hacking Courses, Penetration Testing Training Courses

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How to Hack a Phone - Learn Android Hacking With Kali Linux

What You’ll Learn

This “how to hack a phone” course will teach you:

  • Kali Linux setup:
    Install and configure Kali Linux for Android penetration testing.
  • Hacking Android devices:
    Use Netcat, Ettercap, and Metasploit to discover and attack mobile security flaws.
  • MITM (Man-in-the-Middle) attacks:
    Intercept network traffic and execute ARP poisoning techniques.
  • Bypass authentication:
    Exploit login screens on Windows and macOS from an Android device.
  • USB and remote exploits:
    Execute BadUSB attacks, port forwarding, and gain access to computers and phones.
  • Wi-Fi network attacks:
    Scan for connected devices, open ports, and perform network reconnaissance.
  • Detection & protection:
    Identify and prevent network attacks using Wireshark and security monitoring tools.

Included in the How to Hack a Phone Course

6 Hours of On-Demand Video

Access on Mobile

Certificate of Completion

Suitable for the Following Careers

Penetration Tester

Mobile Security Analyst

Cybersecurity Consultant

Ethical Hacker

Red Team Operator

Course Content

Training Overview

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Penetration Testing

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Setup Your Lab

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Finding Your Way Around Kali

Important Tools

Exploitation

Hacking Android devices

Social Engineering

Hacking using Android devices

Remote attacks on Android

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Requirements

Basic knowledge of IT security and networking

An Android device (preferably rooted)

Kali Linux installed on a virtual machine

Description of How to Hack a Phone Training

This course provides a practical, hands-on approach to ethical hacking, focusing on Android device security. You will begin by setting up a penetration testing environment with Kali Linux, followed by learning key exploitation techniques.

You’ll explore network reconnaissance and use tools like Netcat, Ettercap, and Nmap to scan and analyze mobile devices. The course then dives into real-world Android attacks, including remote exploits, social engineering, and system penetration using Metasploit and Armitage.

Additionally, you will execute spoofing attacks, intercept network traffic, and manipulate connections. Finally, you’ll gain insights into countermeasures, learning how to detect and mitigate these attacks to improve overall mobile security.

  • Setting up a penetration testing lab for Android hacking
  • Scanning and network mapping for target discovery
  • Exploiting Android vulnerabilities with Metasploit and Armitage
  • Social engineering tactics, including spoofed calls, emails, and SMS
  • Privilege escalation and maintaining persistence on a compromised device
  • Remote access techniques for hacking Android devices over the internet
  • Countermeasures to detect and prevent Android security threats

This course is designed for penetration testers and security enthusiasts who want to expand their knowledge into mobile device security. Whether you're new to ethical hacking or looking to refine your Android penetration testing skills, this course will provide you with the essential techniques used by security professionals.

Who Is This Course For

Anyone interested in Android security, penetration testing, or ethical hacking. It is especially useful for those who want to test mobile security vulnerabilities and protect devices from exploitation.

Course Instructor

Mohamed Atef

Dr. Mohamed Atef is a distinguished Cybersecurity Consultant and Certified Instructor with over two decades of experience in orchestrating and overseeing impactful cybersecurity projects. His expertise spans various critical domains, including ISMS implementation, cybersecurity standards and compliance, Security Operation Centers, BCP/DRP, penetration testing, and enterprise technical solutions.

Dr. Atef has authored three books on cybersecurity and created 14 best-selling online courses. He is known for his engaging teaching style, which makes complex concepts accessible to learners of all levels. His certifications include CISSP, CEH, CEI, CISM, CISA, Security+, CCNP, CCSI, MCT, MCSE+ Security, MCITP, PMP, N+, RHCE, and Linux+.

His courses cover a wide range of topics, including preparation for CISSP, CCSP, CISM, ISO 27001, CISA, CRISC, CEH, GISF, and GSEC exams, ethical hacking and penetration testing, Android device hacking, network implementation, and Linux. Dr. Atef’s extensive knowledge and dedication to cybersecurity education make him a trusted and influential figure in the field.

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Testimonials

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Daniel W.

The course gave me a solid introduction to Android penetration testing. The step-by-step walkthroughs made complex attacks easier to understand, and I liked how it also covered countermeasures.

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Ivan M.

I was skeptical at first, but this course really delivered. The explanations of tools like Metasploit and Ettercap were clear, and I was able to follow along with the lab setups.

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Minseo P.

A good mix of practical hacking techniques and security best practices. I especially liked the MITM and privilege escalation sections.

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