Information Security Training Paths at OffSec
Find out where to start with OffSec’s information security training courses. We outline our learning paths to certification and career development.
Read MorePWK & OSCP Frequently Asked Questions
Get official answers to the most common questions about Penetration Testing with Kali Linux and the OSCP exam. Learn about requirements, prep, and more.
Read MorePWK: All New for 2020
Penetration Testing with Kali Linux (PWK) has gotten a massive overhaul for 2020. Find out what’s new in Offensive Security’s foundational pentesting course.
Read MoreStudent Spotlight: Mindset and Community with Suhyun Smith, OSCP
Learn how dedication, mindset, and community empowered Suhyun Smith in her OSCP certification journey, and get her tips for success.
Read MoreStudent Spotlight: Meet Mihai, a 16 year old OSCP holder
Meet Mihai, a 16 year old OSCP holder and PWK graduate out of Romania. Read more about his tremendous start and journey into infosec.
Read MoreStudent Spotlight: Flood Survivor and OSCP Graduate
OffSec student Christopher M Downs takes trying harder to another level: completing (and passing) his OSCP exam in the middle of a New Orleans flood. Read more about Christopher’s inspiring journey.
Read MoreTry Harder: From Mantra to Mindset
Our community manager, Tony Punturiero, breaks down the meaning of OffSec’s legendary motto “Try Harder”, and how it can help jump start your cyber career.
Read MoreMy OSCP Guide: A Philosophical Approach
Samuel Whang, a PWK graduate, details his recommendations and a unique philosophical approach for those looking to pursue their OSCP.
This article originally appeared on Sep 24, 2019, posted by Samuel Whang. It has been posted with minor edits, with permission from the author. Original post: https://medium.com/@klockw3rk/my-oscp-guide-a-philosophical-approach-a98232bc818
Read MoreUnderstanding the Fundamentals of Securing Web Applications
Web application security can be a rewarding career path. However, the web application security space, and cybersecurity industry as a whole, lives in a constant state of change. An unrelenting curiosity and passion for lifelong learning is mandatory for anyone seeking to specialize in this niche. Here are some fundamentals to help you pursue these skills.
Read MoreCybersecurity Awareness Month 2019
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. It’s an effort to raise awareness about cybersecurity among those who aren’t typically aware or concerned. For those of us in the infosec industry, it’s a good reminder that we’re in a position to mentor those around us in having safer online lives.
In support of Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2019, we’ve gathered some basic resources you can share with friends and family outside infosec.
Read MoreMeet Csaba Fitzl, Student Graduate of Every Offensive Security Course
Only a handful of students in Offensive Security history have ever completed all of our available courses. Considering the wide range of module topics and the high difficulty level that comes with each course, it’s a monumental accomplishment.
Meet Csaba Fitzl, a seasoned penetration tester and graduate of all five Offensive Security courses.
Read MoreAnalyzing a Creative Attack Chain Used to Compromise a Web Application
In this piece, we’ll analyze a creative scenario where a malicious actor can use an attack chain to exploit a web application via Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) > Cross-site scripting (XSS) > Remote Code Execution (RCE).
Read More5 Best Practices for Web Application Security
When it comes to web application security, there are many measures you can implement to reduce the chances of an intruder stealing sensitive data, injecting malware into a webpage, or public defacement. As more and more organizations transition their business operations to web applications, security in the development process can no longer be an afterthought. Whether it’s a code injection, privilege escalation, DDoS attack, or a vulnerable element, bad actors are constantly looking for creative ways to manipulate exploits for personal gain.
We’ve rounded up our top five (5) best practices to help you fortify your application security.
Read MoreBlackHat 2019 Recap
BlackHat has always been one of our favorite industry conferences. Although OffSec has been providing educational workshops for years at BlackHat, this was our first year holding an official booth. The booth was a major hit, as we had the opportunity to chat with long-time Offensive Security alumni and also meet some new faces…
Did you attend one our BlackHat workshops or stop by the OffSec booth? If so, we’d love to hear about your experience and any feedback you might have — tag us on Twitter @OffSecTraining!
Read MoreSitting down with OffSec’s new community manager, Tony Punturiero
Our team is super excited to welcome Tony Punturiero, founding member and moderator of NetSecFocus, as Offensive Security’s new community manager. Some of you may know Tony already, as he’s been a knowledgeable InfoSec community member long before he officially joined us.
As community manager, Tony will ensure that OffSec does an even better job of communicating with our customers, listening to feedback, and advocating internally as the voice of our customers.
Read MoreKali NetHunter App Store – Public Beta
Kali NetHunter has been undergoing a ton of changes as of late. Now supporting over 50 devices and running on Android devices from KitKat (v4.4) to Pie (v9.0), its amazing the extra capabilities that have been introduced.
But, we don’t want to stop there. After a ton of work, we are really excited to introduce the Kali NetHunter App Store!
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