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Ethical Hacking First Steps
Think like an attacker, legally

Written and taught by Tom Whitfield
Cyber Security Consultant

A hands-on introduction to penetration testing inside a safe practice lab, with live guidance throughout.
What this course covers
- Setting up a legal practice lab
- Reconnaissance and scanning fundamentals
- Common web vulnerabilities demonstrated live
- Password attacks and why length wins
- Writing a clear findings report
About the author

Tom Whitfield
Cyber Security Consultant
Tom explains security the way he would to his own family: no jargon, no scare stories, just habits that keep you safe.
- Expertise
- Security awarenessEthical hackingBackupsHome labs
- Experience
- 20 years in IT security, including 8 years of penetration testing for UK firms.
Who it is for
Security curious learners with basic IT knowledge.
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