How to use hacking tools in your search?
In this class, you will delve into the exciting world of ethical hacking, using tools such as Nmap, Nikto and Dirbuster in the context of the vulnerability analysis and discovery phase. These tools are essential for solving hacking challenges effectively and uncovering hidden information that could be critical. We will explore step-by-step how to operate these tools and how to adjust the generated reports to facilitate your analysis, allowing you to implement what you learned in challenge number two of the Sanz Holiday Hack Challenge.
How to start hacking tools in Kali Linux?
Before you start, you need to have a virtual machine configured with Kali Linux, a popular environment for ethical hacking. Log in to the system and open a console to start using the tools.
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Configure the virtual machine:
- Start Kali Linux.
- Open a terminal console.
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Determine the IP address:
- Use
ifconfig
to identify the IP address of the machine you are going to analyze.
ifconfig
- Start scanning with Nikto:
- Run Nikto to identify vulnerabilities or weak configurations on the web server.
nikto -h http://192.168.2.4/mutillidae/
How to generate an HTML report with Nikto?
Generating an HTML report can be useful to share your scan results or to review them more clearly. Nikto allows you to create easy-to-read reports.
- Command to generate HTML report:
nikto -h http://192.168.2.4/mutillidae/ -o report.html
What to do if Nikto has problems?
In recent versions, Nikto may have problems working with SSL or HTTPS. If you encounter SSL-related errors, it is useful to know about alternatives or complementary tools.
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Try different OSINT tools such as Espai Git Foo:
Espai Git Foo is an excellent tool that allows you to get information from public sources and explore website structures automatically.
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Installation and configuration of Espai Git Foo:
- Download from the official page.
- Installation commands:
pip install lxml requests cryptography beautifulsoup4.
- Run Espai Git Foo:
- Locate the installation directory and run the script:
python3 sf.py
How to use Espai Git Foo to solve challenges?
Espai Git Foo, with its data fetching and analysis capabilities, can be used to solve challenge number two of the Sanz Holiday Hack Challenge. This tool scans and identifies valuable resources you might need to overcome the challenge.
- Steps to use Espai Git Foo:
- Go to "New Scan", assign a name and define the target without including the HTTPS prefix.
- Start the scan and observe the results in the "Browser" section.
- Review relevant documents and links to discover clues that point to the solution.
It is important to explore and experiment with different methods, as there is no single path to solving a hacking challenge. Learning will be about adapting and learning from each technique applied. Keep practicing and don't hesitate to participate in forums and communities to share your discoveries and ask questions - go ahead, the world of ethical hacking awaits you!
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