Summary

During this chapter, you have learned how to apply various Google hacking techniques to perform advanced search and filtering to identify sensitive directories and exposed resources on the internet. In addition, you have gained the hands-on skills needed to perform domain reconnaissance to collect and analyze DNS records, perform zone transfer, and identify the sub-domains of a target. Furthermore, you have learned how to leverage specialized internet search engines to identify exposed assets of companies around the world and gained a better understanding of how OSINT helps ethical hackers and penetration testers to develop a profile about their targets.

I trust that the knowledge presented in this chapter has provided you with valuable insights, supporting your path toward becoming an ethical hacker and penetration tester in the dynamic field of cybersecurity. May this newfound understanding empower you in your journey, allowing you to navigate the industry with confidence...