21/06/2025
Ethical Hacking Basic Knowledge — Perfect for Beginners!
If you want to start your ethical hacking journey, these 6 areas are your foundation:
■ 1. Networking Basics
Learn about IP addresses, ports, TCP/UDP, and how data moves through a network.
■ 2. Operating Systems
Master Linux 🐧 and Windows 💻 — most hacking tools work here.
■ 3. Programming/Scripting
Languages like Python, Bash, and JavaScript are key for writing tools and exploiting vulnerabilities.
■ 4. Cybersecurity Concepts
Understand firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and encryption — the building blocks of defense.
■ 5. Web Technologies
Get familiar with HTML, HTTP, cookies, sessions, and common attacks like XSS and SQL Injection.
■ 6. Tools & Frameworks
Explore tools like Nmap, Wireshark, Metasploit, Burp Suite, and distros like Kali Linux & NetHunter.
