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Python for Security

Python for Security: Harness Python for Advanced Security Testing Techniques

ACI Learning Daniel Lowrie Justin Dennison

€187.99

Video Jun 2024 5hrs 45mins 1st Edition

Renews at €18.99p/m

ACI Learning Daniel Lowrie Justin Dennison

€187.99

Video Jun 2024 5hrs 45mins 1st Edition

Renews at €18.99p/m

Renews at €18.99p/m

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Key benefits

Explore a wide range of security testing techniques using Python.
Each module includes practical projects to reinforce learning.
Learn from experienced professionals in cybersecurity and Python programming.

Description

This course explores Python for security testing through hands-on projects. Starting with foundational concepts like creating socket connections, participants progress to advanced topics such as port scanning and banner grabbing. Each episode builds on the previous one, ensuring a cohesive learning experience that enhances understanding of both Python and cybersecurity principles. Learners will tackle complex security testing techniques, including constructing a brute force SSH attack program to identify weak passwords. The packet sniffing modules offer in-depth knowledge on capturing and analyzing network data, crucial for monitoring and securing network communications. These projects simulate real-world scenarios, providing practical skills applicable to professional environments. By the end of the course, participants will have developed a suite of Python-based security tools. The final project, a comprehensive packet sniffer, integrates all learned skills into a robust tool for network security analysis. Ideal for those with a basic understanding of Python, this course aims to expand capabilities in cybersecurity. With detailed explanations and hands-on practice, participants will gain valuable skills to enhance their security testing toolkit.

Who is this book for?

This course is designed for cybersecurity enthusiasts and professionals who have a foundational knowledge of Python. Ideal for those looking to expand their skill set in security testing, network analysis, and ethical hacking. Prerequisites include basic Python programming skills and a fundamental understanding of networking concepts.

What you will learn

Create socket connections and port scanners using Python.
Develop tools for brute force SSH attacks.
Implement packet sniffing and analysis programs.
Extract Ethernet frames, IP headers, TCP, and UDP segments.
Build and deploy a TCP server.
Integrate multiple tools into a comprehensive packet sniffer.

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Product Details

Publication date : Jun 13, 2024

Length: 5hrs 45mins

Edition : 1st

Language : English

ISBN-13 : 9781836208273

Category :

Programming

Languages :

Concepts :

Programming Language

Tools :

TCP

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Table of Contents

7 Chapters

Introduction to Python for Security Testing

Create a Socket Connection

Port Scanning Techniques

Create a Port Scanner

Banner Grabbing and Enumeration

Banner Reading from Open Ports

SSH Brute Force Attacks

Brute Forcing an SSH Connection

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Packet Sniffing and Analysis

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About the 3 authors

ACI Learning

ACI Learning

ACI Learning trains leaders in Cybersecurity, Audit, and Information Technology. Whether starting an IT career, mastering a profession, or developing a team, they provide essential support at every step.

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Daniel Lowrie

Daniel Lowrie

Daniel Lowrie's IT career began with workstation support and Y2K compliance updates for a teaching hospital in North-Central Florida. His journey led him to become an in-classroom trainer and Mentored Learning Instructor, specializing in courses covering Microsoft Windows Desktops and Servers, Active Directory, Networking, CCNA, and Linux. He then transitioned to becoming a Systems and Network administrator for a large insurance company before joining ACI Learning as an Edutainer. Certifications: CompTIA A+, Network+, Linux+, CySA+, and PenTest+; CEH; MCSA; CFR; eJPT

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Justin Dennison

Justin Dennison

Justin leads AWS and developer content creation for ITProTV. He has experience in multiple programming languages. His certifications include AWS Certified Solutions Architect — Associate, AWS Certified Developer — Associate, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 7 Programmer.

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