3 Methods to Perform DNS Reconnaissance
DNS reconnaissance is a technique to gather information about DNS (Domain Name System) data. This process helps in identifying the network infrastructure and
Active and Passive Reconnaissance Explained
Common active reconnaissance methods include the following:
URL Fuzzer and Web Application Fuzzing Tools
Learn what a URL fuzzer does, how web application fuzzing works, when to use online URL fuzzers vs command-line tools, and how to choose between FFUF, Gobuster, Dirsearch, Wfuzz, Feroxbuster, and Burp Intruder for …
How to Find Hidden API Endpoints
Learn practical and authorized ways to find hidden API endpoints using browser DevTools, JavaScript files, GitHub search, archived URLs, gau/getallurls, APK analysis, and JS recon tools such as LinkFinder and JSFScan.
Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing Tutorial (Hands-On)
Free, hands-on ethical hacking and penetration testing tutorial - lab setup, reconnaissance, password cracking, phishing, web/mobile pentesting, MITM attacks, and exploitation frameworks. 80+ practical lessons.
OpenSSL & PKI Certificates Tutorial for Beginners
Complete OpenSSL and PKI tutorial - generate keys, build a Certificate Authority, issue SAN and ECC certificates, configure mTLS, renew and revoke certificates. 24 hands-on lessons tested on Linux.
Wireshark Tutorial for Network Analysis & Troubleshooting
Free, hands-on Wireshark tutorial covering capture, filters, decryption, TCP/UDP analysis, TLS/IPsec inspection, and real-world troubleshooting. 35+ packet-level examples with sample .pcap files included.
How to Install .deb Files in Kali Linux (4 Easy & Safe Methods)
Learn how to install .deb files in Kali Linux using dpkg, apt, and gdebi. Step- by-step commands, dependency fixes, and best practices.
How to setup http/https proxy with special characters in password
How to export the variable "http_proxy" or "https_proxy" when there are special characters in username or password in Linux?
Setup Lab Environment for CompTIA PenTest+ Exam (PT0-002)
In this tutorial we will be setting up the Lab Environment which we will use through out the course of CompTIA PenTest+ Tutorial.
Setup & verify Mutual TLS Authentication (MTLS) with OpenSSL
With mutual TLS authentication (MTLS), not only does the service side prove its identity by exposing a certificate, but also the clients prove their identity to the servers by exposing a client-side certificate.
OpenSSL: Generate ECC Certificates for Apache Server
Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC) is an encryption technique that provides public-key encryption similar to RSA. We can generate ECC certificates using openssl and install it on Apache server for verification
How to manage Pentest Projects with Cervantes?
Cervantes is an open source, a collaborative platform designed for pen-testers and red teams looking to save time and manage their projects, clients,
OpenSSL create Certificate Chain [Root & Intermediate CA]
Steps to create root and intermediate CA certificate and combine them to openssl create certificate chain. Openssl verify certificate chain (CA bundle)
Steps to generate CSR for SAN certificate with OpenSSL
Step by step instruction to generate Certificate Signing Request (CSR) for Subject Alternative Name (SAN) certificates using openssl with examples in Linux
CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-002) Exam Dumps with Practice Questions
Since you are here so I can only assume you are also interested in becoming cybersecurity penetration tester, also called an Ethical Hacker. This tutorial is
Learn about SQL Injection Attack with Example
People say they know what SQL injection is, but all they have heard about or experienced are trivial examples. SQL injection is one of the most devastating
Beginners guide on PKI, Certificates, Extensions, CA, CRL and OCSP
Understanding overview on PKI, Certificate Authority, Certificate Revocation Lists, Online Certificate Status Protocol, Certification Authorities & Hierarchies
Steps to create Self-Signed Certificate with OpenSSL
Steps with openssl create self signed certificate Linux with and without passphrase. Use self signed certificate with Apache webserver example
Revoke certificate and generate CRL OpenSSL [Step-by-Step]
Step by step instructions to revoke or delete certificate from keystone and generate CRL Certificate Revocation List) using openssl in Linux with example openssl generate crl.
Create SAN Certificate | OpenSSL generate CSR with SAN command line
Create SAN certificate using openssl generate csr with san command line. Openssl sign CSR with Subject Alternative Name. openssl add san to existing certificate
OpenSSL create Client Certificate & Server Certificate with Example
Steps to create client certificate and server certificate using your own Certificate Authority chain (CA bundle) and configure Apache with SSL (HTTPS)
How to create Self-Signed CA Certificate with OpenSSL
Learn how to generate a ca certificate and how to sign a certificate using openssl. Steps to create certificate authority CA and CSR with openssl
Simple Steps to Generate CSR using OpenSSL with Examples
Steps to generate csr (certificate signing request) using openssl in Linux with examples. Create private key with and without passphrase.
Useful OpenSSL command to view Certificate Content
Use openssl to view certificate content for different kinds of certificate. how to read x509 certificate. view certificate details
How to Renew Expired Root CA certificate with OpenSSL
Technically you can't renew expired root CA certificate instead you can create a new root ca certificate using private key with openssl. The new root CA certificate can be used to verify old certificates.
Renew SSL/TLS certificate OpenSSL
Step by Step instructions to renew SSL or TLS certificate (server/client) using OpenSSL command. Retain all SAN fields with X.509 extensions during renewal of certificate.
Renew self-signed certificate OpenSSL
Step by Step instructions to renew self-signed certificate using OpenSSL command. Export CSR using expired certificate and using existing private key we can renew any kind of certificate
Shell script to generate certificate OpenSSL [No Prompts]
Step by Step instructions to use shell script to generate certificates with openssl. generate both self signed and rootCA signed certificates using bash or shell script without any prompt.
Things to consider when creating CSR with OpenSSL
We must consider some important point when creating CSR or else we may face issues later while using the certificate

