Have you wondered how hackers and nation states gain access to confidential information and the most secure environments in the world? Where did they learn these techniques and how do they refine them to achieve these objectives? How do I get started in a career in cyber and get hired? We will discuss and provide examples of some of the nefarious techniques used by hackers and cover how attackers apply these methods in a practical manner.

The Hack is Back is tailored for both beginners and aspiring cybersecurity professionals to learn these techniques to evaluate and find risks on computer systems and networks. This book will benefit the offensive minded hacker (red-teamers) as well as those who focus on defense (blue-teamers). This book provides real-world examples, hands-on exercises, and insider insights into the world of hacking, including:

● Hacking our own systems to learn security tools

● Evaluating web applications for weaknesses

● Identifying vulnerabilities and earning CVEs

● Escalating privileges on Linux, Windows, and Active Directory

● Deception by routing across the TOR network

● How to set up a realistic hacking lab

● Show how to find indicators of compromise

● Getting hired in cyber!

This book will give readers the tools they need to become effective hackers on computer systems. By following the detailed and practical steps within these chapters, readers will gain invaluable experience. The authors will demonstrate offensive and defensive techniques.