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The network security knowledge system is very extensive , and the fields involved are also very complex . Sometimes even if you have ideas and enthusiasm, you don't know where to start.
In order to help those who want to enter the network security industry to learn network security knowledge more quickly and systematically , I have developed this learning route . This route covers all aspects of network security , from basic computer technology knowledge, network structure and protocols, to attack and defense technologies, security operation and maintenance, and security management . I hope that through this route, I can help more people understand and master network security knowledge, better protect network security, and promote the development of the network security industry.
In the learning route, I not only provide detailed explanations of the knowledge points , but also provide various online courses, books and tools to help you better understand and apply network security knowledge. But please note that this learning route is just a guide. Network security knowledge is very extensive and complex, and requires continuous learning and practice to truly master it. I hope you can maintain your enthusiasm and patience in learning, keep exploring and practicing, and become a real network security expert.
1. Understand the basics
Learn basic knowledge about computer networks, operating systems, programming languages, etc., which are very important for subsequent vulnerability mining and utilization. Specific suggestions are as follows:
- Learn basics of computer networking such as OSI model, TCP/IP protocol, HTTP protocol, etc. Recommended book: "Computer Network".
- Learn operating system fundamentals such as processes, threads, file systems, memory management, and more. Recommended book: "In-depth understanding of computer systems".
- Learn a programming language such as C, Python, etc. Recommended books: "C Programming Language", "Python Programming: From Introduction to Practice".
2. Learn Web Application Vulnerabilities
Web application vulnerabilities are an important part of vulnerability mining, and it is necessary to master common types of web application vulnerabilities and corresponding mining methods. Specific suggestions are as follows:
- Learn common types of web application vulnerabilities such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting, file inclusion, and more. Recommended books: "Web Security Attack and Defense Actual Combat", "White Hat Talks about Web Security".
- Learn common web application vulnerability mining methods, such as manual mining and automatic tool mining. Recommended tools: Burp Suite, sqlmap.
3. Learn about network security and penetration testing
Network security and penetration testing are an important part of vulnerability mining, and it is necessary to master the basic knowledge of network security and penetration testing methods. Specific suggestions are as follows:
- Learn the basics of network security, such as network scanning, port scanning, vulnerability scanning, and more. Recommended books: "Network Security Attack and Defense", "Kali Linux Penetration Testing Lab".
- Learn common penetration testing methods, such as information gathering, vulnerability exploitation, etc. Recommended tools: Nmap, Metasploit Framework.
4. Learn binary vulnerability mining and utilization
Binary vulnerability mining and exploitation is an advanced stage of vulnerability mining, and it is necessary to master common types of binary vulnerabilities and corresponding mining methods. Specific suggestions are as follows:
- Learn common types of binary vulnerabilities such as buffer overflows, format string vulnerabilities, and more. Recommended books: "Vulnerability War", "Hacking Attack and Defense Technology Revealed".
- Learn common binary vulnerability mining methods, such as disassembly, debugging, etc. Recommended tools: IDA Pro, GDB.
5. Master commonly used vulnerability mining and utilization tools
Mastering common vulnerability mining and exploitation tools is an important part of vulnerability mining, and you need to master the following tools:
- Burp Suite: Web Application Vulnerability Discovery and Exploitation Tool.
- sqlmap: Automatic SQL injection vulnerability mining tool.
- Nmap: A network scanning tool.
- Metasploit Framework: Penetration testing tools.
- IDA Pro: Disassembly tool.
- GDB: Debugging tool.
6. Participate in relevant competitions and activities
Participating in related vulnerability mining competitions and activities can improve your skill level and experience. Specific suggestions are as follows:
- Participate in CTF competitions: CTF competitions are an effective way to improve the ability to discover and exploit vulnerabilities.
- Participate in vulnerability mining competitions: Some security vendors and organizations hold vulnerability mining competitions, and participating in these competitions can improve your skills.
- Attend security conferences and seminars: Security conferences and seminars are great opportunities to learn about vulnerability discovery and exploitation.
7. Practice and practice
Practice and practice are important ways to learn about vulnerability mining and exploitation, and you need to consolidate and improve your skills through practice. Specific suggestions are as follows:
- Build web applications yourself: Building web applications can give you a better understanding of how web applications work and common vulnerabilities.
- Write exploit code yourself: Writing exploit code can give you a better understanding of the principles and methods of exploit.
- Practice CTF questions and vulnerability reproduction: You can improve your technical level by practicing CTF questions and vulnerability reproduction.
8. Recommended vulnerability reproduction platforms and resources
VulnHub is a free, open source vulnerability reproduction platform that allows users to download, install and configure a virtual machine containing the vulnerability. These virtual machines contain various types of vulnerabilities, such as web application vulnerabilities, network security vulnerabilities, system vulnerabilities, etc. Users can use these virtual machines to learn techniques for exploiting and exploiting vulnerabilities.
- Hack The Box is an online virtual machine-based vulnerability reproduction platform that provides many virtual machines containing vulnerabilities for users to attack and learn from. These virtual machines contain various types of vulnerabilities, such as web application vulnerabilities, system vulnerabilities, binary vulnerabilities, and so on.
- Exploit Database is a free exploit resource library that collects various types of exploit code and tools. Users can use the search function to find specific exploit code and tools, and use them to learn the exploit process.
- Metasploit Framework is a widely used exploit framework that includes many exploit modules and tools. Users can use Metasploit Framework to quickly test and exploit various types of vulnerabilities.
