Module 0: Introduction

Notes

• For every vulnerability, there is a patch, and then there is another vulnerability, and thus another patch....and it keeps going
• Computer Systems are not secure and are complex
• One vulnerability can bring the whole system down
• Hacking the Hackers
  • Step 1: Recon
    • Looking at all attack vectors
  • Step 2: Gaining a foothold
    • Exploiting a zero-day for a dedicated device
  • Step 3: Internal recon
    • Passive network listening
    • Careful, slow network scanning
  • Step 4: Gaining influence in the network
    • Being able to modify and access data on the network
  • Step 5: Total compromise