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Penetration Testing

Ethical hacking, pentesting techniques and methodologies

WiFi Security and Wireless Attacks: WPA2 Cracking, Evil Twin, and Defense

May 1, 2026April 30, 2026 by PlainlySec Team

Learn wireless security testing from the ground up — WPA2 4-way handshake capture, PMKID attacks, evil twin detection, and enterprise WiFi hardening with 802.1X/RADIUS.

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Post-Exploitation Reconnaissance: What Attackers Do After Getting In

May 1, 2026April 30, 2026 by PlainlySec Team

A complete guide to Windows and Linux post-exploitation reconnaissance — the exact commands attackers use for network discovery, AD enumeration, and credential hunting — plus detection queries.

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Active Directory Attacks and Defenses: Kerberoasting, Pass-the-Hash, DCSync Explained

May 1, 2026April 30, 2026 by PlainlySec Team

A deep dive into the most common Active Directory attacks — Kerberoasting, Pass-the-Hash, DCSync, and BloodHound — with real commands for both attackers and defenders.

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Getting Started with CTF (Capture the Flag): A Beginner’s Guide to Ethical Hacking

May 1, 2026April 30, 2026 by PlainlySec Team

Capture the Flag competitions are the best way to legally practice hacking skills. This beginner’s guide explains what CTFs are, the categories you’ll encounter, and the free platforms to start learning today.

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Malware Analysis for Beginners: How to Safely Examine Suspicious Files

May 1, 2026April 30, 2026 by PlainlySec Team

Malware analysis is a critical skill for incident responders and security analysts. Learn the basics of static and dynamic analysis, set up a safe lab environment, and use free tools to examine suspicious files.

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Nmap for Beginners: How to Scan Your Network Like a Pro

May 1, 2026April 30, 2026 by PlainlySec Team

Nmap is the world’s most popular network scanner — used by both attackers and defenders. Learn the essential commands to map your network, find open ports, and identify vulnerabilities.

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Privilege Escalation: How Hackers Go from User to Admin

May 1, 2026April 29, 2026 by PlainlySec Team

Privilege escalation turns a limited foothold into full system control. Learn how vertical and horizontal escalation work, common techniques used by attackers, and how to defend against them.

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Penetration Testing Explained: What It Is, How It Works, and Why Your Business Needs It

May 1, 2026April 29, 2026 by PlainlySec Team

A plain-English guide to penetration testing: what it is, the 5-phase methodology, types of pentests, and how to get the most value from your security assessment.

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How Real Ransomware Attacks Work: A Step-by-Step Breakdown

May 1, 2026April 29, 2026 by PlainlySec Team

A clear, step-by-step breakdown of how real ransomware attacks unfold — from initial phishing email to encrypted files — and where you can stop each stage.

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