Christopher Duffy et al. - Python : penetration testing for developers

, Learning Penetration Testing with Python, This module takes you through how to create Python scripts that meet relative needs that can be adapted to particular situations. As chapters progress, the script examples explain new concepts to enhance your foundational knowledge, culminating with you being able to build multi-threaded security tools, link security tools together, automate reports, create custom exploits, and expand Metasploit modules. Each chapter builds on concepts and tradecraft using detailed examples in test environments that you can simulate.

, Python Penetration Testing Essentials, Over the course of this module, we delve into hacking the application layer where we start with gathering information from a website. We then move on to concepts related to website hacking such as parameter tampering, DDoS, XSS, and SQL injection. We see how to perform wireless attacks with Python programs and check live systems and distinguish between the operating system and services of a remote machine. Your concepts on pentesting will be cleared right from the basics of the client/server architecture in Python.

, Python Web Penetration Testing Cookbook, This module is an pragmatic guide that gives you an arsenal of Python scripts perfect to use or to customize your needs for each stage of the testing process. Each chapter takes you step by step through the methods of designing and modifying scripts to attack web apps. You will learn how to collect both open and hidden information from websites to further your attacks, identify vulnerabilities, perform SQL Injections, exploit cookies, and enumerate poorly configured systems. You will also discover how to crack encryption, create payloads to mimic malware, and create tools to output your findings into presentable formats for reporting to your employers. If youre a Python guru, you can look for ideas to apply your craft to penetration testing, or if you are a newbie Pythonist with some penetration testing chops, then this module serves as a perfect ending to your search for some hands-on experience in pentesting.

Module 1:

You will need a system that can support multiple Virtual Machines (VMs) that run within an industry-standard hypervisor, such as VMware Workstation (a recent version) or Virtual Box. The preferred solution is VMware Workstation running on a recent version of Windows, such as Windows 10. An Internet connection will be required to allow you to download the supporting libraries and software packages, as necessary. Each of the detailed software packages and libraries will be listed at the beginning of each chapter..

Module 2:

You will need to have Python 2.7, Apache 2.x, RHEL 5.0 or CentOS 5.0, and Kali Linux.

Module 3:

You will need Python 2.7, an Internet connection for most recipes and a good sense of humor.