Python: Penetration Testing for Developers

Summary

Now, you have got an idea of networking in Python. The aim of this chapter is to complete the prerequisites of the upcoming chapters. From the start, you have learned the need for pentesting. Pentesting is conducted to identify threats and vulnerability in the organization. What should be tested? This is specified in the agreement; don't try to test anything that is not mentioned in the agreement. Agreement is your jail-free card. A pentester should have knowledge of the latest technology. You should have some knowledge of Python before you start reading this module. In order to run Python scripts, you should have a lab setup, a network of computers to test a live system, and dummy websites running on the Apache server. This chapter discussed ...