Hackers Beware 1st Edition by Eric Cole ISBN 0735710090 9780735710092

Chapter 1: Introduction to Hacking

• What is Hacking?
• The Evolution of Cybersecurity
• Types of Hackers: White Hat, Black Hat, and Grey Hat
• Ethical Hacking vs. Malicious Hacking

Chapter 2: Legal and Ethical Aspects of Hacking

• Understanding Cybercrime Laws
• Legal Implications of Hacking
• Responsible Hacking and the Role of Ethical Hackers
• Rules of Engagement for Penetration Testing

Chapter 3: Tools of the Trade

• Common Hacking Tools
• Open Source vs. Commercial Tools
• Setting Up a Hacking Lab
• Key Tools for Reconnaissance, Scanning, and Exploitation

Chapter 4: Reconnaissance: Information Gathering

• Passive Recon vs. Active Recon
• Techniques for Footprinting
• Social Engineering and OSINT (Open Source Intelligence)
• Using Search Engines and Social Networks for Information

Chapter 5: Vulnerability Scanning and Exploitation

• Identifying Vulnerabilities in Systems
• Exploiting Weaknesses in Applications and Networks
• Manual vs. Automated Exploitation
• Case Studies and Exploitation Examples

Chapter 6: Network Security and Attacks

• Understanding Network Architecture
• Common Network Attacks (Sniffing, MITM, DoS)
• Exploiting Network Services and Protocols
• Defending Against Network-Based Attacks

Chapter 7: Web Application Hacking

• Overview of Web Application Vulnerabilities (XSS, SQL Injection, CSRF)
• Exploiting Web Applications
• Techniques for Bypassing Web Application Firewalls (WAFs)
• Tools for Web Application Hacking

Chapter 8: Wireless Network Security

• Understanding Wireless Technologies (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth)
• Attacks on Wireless Networks (WEP, WPA, WPA2 Cracking)
• Protecting Wireless Networks
• Hacking Wireless Networks in Practice

Chapter 9: Malware and Exploit Development

• Types of Malware (Viruses, Trojans, Worms)
• Creating Custom Exploits
• Reverse Engineering Malicious Software
• Advanced Malware Techniques

Chapter 10: Countermeasures and Defending Against Hackers

• Best Practices for Cybersecurity
• Defending Against Social Engineering Attacks
• Network Security Measures (Firewalls, IDS/IPS)
• Secure Coding Practices for Web Developers

Chapter 11: Case Studies of Major Hacks

• High-Profile Hacking Incidents
• Lessons Learned from Real-World Attacks
• Analyzing Hacker Methodologies
• Impact of Cyber Attacks on Organizations

Chapter 12: Future of Hacking and Cybersecurity

• Emerging Cyber Threats and Trends
• The Rise of AI and Machine Learning in Hacking
• The Role of Ethical Hackers in the Future
• Staying Ahead in the Battle Against Hackers