Ethical hacking resources
Welcome to your one stop shop for ethical hacking, with introductory blogs, lessons, and workshops.
What is ethical hacking?
Ethical hacking is a legal and ethical approach to improving security posture by identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities. Ethical hackers simulate real-world attacks in a controlled environment to find and fix vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by malicious actors.
A day in the life of an ethical hacker
Get an in-depth look at an ethical hackers day to day.
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VDP vs. Bug Bounty?
Discover the differences between a Vulnerability Disclosure Program and Bug Bounty.
Read nowSQL Injection for beginners
In this video, Tech Raj demonstrates error-based SQL injection.
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Cross-site scripting tutorial
Learn about cross-site scripting and how it can play out in the real-world.
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Ethical hacking certifications
Learn about key certifications and how to prepare for exams.
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Top 10 ethical hacking tools
Review most popular and effective tools used by ethical hackers.
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Ethical hacking skills
Learn about the technical and non-technical skills ethical hackers need.
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Ethical hacking involves gaining access to closed applications or systems, with permission from the system owner to report on potential vulnerabilities within an application. Ethical hacking is less risky than traditional hacking as with permission, there is no illegal activity or risk of prosecution.
There are several certifications available for ethical hackers, including Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), and CompTIA Security+. These certifications demonstrate the necessary skills and knowledge to perform ethical hacking professionally.
Read our detailed guide to ethical hacking certifications for more information.
Ethical hacking is only legal when performed with the permission of the system owner. Hacking any system without permission is legally and ethically risky, so it’s vital for ethical hackers to get explicit permission, or work within existing frameworks such as vulnerability disclosure programs and bug bounties.
There are a variety of free online platforms to help you learn ethical hacking, including Snyk Learn, Cybrary, and more.
The need for ethical hackers and their skills is also growing rapidly. According to a report by Cybersecurity Ventures, the cybersecurity industry will have 3.5 million unfilled jobs globally by 2023. Ethical hackers are in high demand, with many organizations looking to hire professionals who can help them identify and mitigate cybersecurity risks.