Learning Penetration Testing with Python

Summary

In this chapter, we gave an overview of Windows memory structures and how we try to take advantage of poor coding practices. We then highlighted how to generate your own exploits using Python code using targeted testing and proof of concept code. This chapter then rounded out, how to reverse Metasploit modules to create standalone exploits that can be used to improve current modules capabilities or generate new exploits. In the next chapter, we will highlight how to automate reporting of details found during a penetration test and how to parse eXtensible Markup Language (XML).