In today’s digital age, HTTP and HTTPS are the foundational protocols that power most of our online communication. While these services enable the seamless transfer of data between clients and servers, they are also common targets for cyber attackers. Understanding how these protocols can be exploited is essential not just for attackers, but more importantly,…
Table of Contents Updated February 2026 Toggle Exploiting SMB Vulnerabilities (EternalBlue, etc.): A Deep Dive into Network Security Threats Exploiting SMB Vulnerabilities (EternalBlue, etc.): What is SMB and Why is it Vulnerable? EternalBlue Explained Real-World Impact: WannaCry and NotPetya How SMB Vulnerabilities Are Exploited How to Protect Your Network Setting Up a Penetration Testing Lab…
Are you concerned about the risks hiding within your network services? One of the most dangerous vulnerabilities that ethical hackers and security analysts often encounter is a buffer overflow. In this article, we will explore what buffer overflow attacks are, how they exploit network services, and how you can protect your systems. If you’re serious…
Understanding how to identify open ports and services is a crucial first step in any ethical hacking or penetration testing process. These ports are potential entry points to a network, and knowing how to find them can help strengthen system security and protect against cyber threats. Updated February 2026 Table of Contents Toggle Identifying Open…
Introduction: What Is Host Discovery and Why Does It Matter? Updated February 2026 Table of Contents Toggle Host Discovery with Advanced Tools: Conclusion: Host Discovery is the First Step Toward Network Mastery Host Discovery with Advanced Tools: Host discovery is a foundational step in ethical hacking and network security penetration testing. Before identifying vulnerabilities, ethical…
Are you serious about protecting your internal systems from unauthorized access, data leaks, and cyber threats? Then mastering how to track and analyze internal network traffic is a must. This guide breaks down the core principles, tools, and best practices for effectively monitoring traffic within your organization’s network, and how you can use ethical hacking…
Are you ready to elevate your penetration testing skills? Understanding how to map the internal network layout is a fundamental step in any network security penetration testing process. Whether you’re just starting your journey in ethical hacking or looking to refine your techniques, this comprehensive guide will help you uncover the hidden structure of internal…
In today’s digital world, securing user credentials is more critical than ever. Despite advanced technologies, many users still rely on weak and predictable passwords—making them easy targets for cybercriminals. One of the most commonly used password-cracking techniques is the dictionary attack. Updated February 2026 Table of Contents Toggle Discovering Weak Passwords via Dictionary Attacks: What…
In today’s hyper-connected world, securing digital infrastructure is more critical than ever. One of the fundamental skills in network security penetration testing is fingerprinting — the process of identifying operating systems and devices on a network. This technique plays a key role in vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and ethical hacking. Updated February 2026 Table of…
Netcat, often dubbed the “Swiss Army Knife” of networking, is one of the most powerful ethical hacking tools used in network exploitation and penetration testing. Whether you’re an aspiring ethical hacker or a seasoned professional, understanding how to leverage Netcat can elevate your skills and provide crucial insights during network security penetration testing. Updated February…
