How to become a Ethical Hacker

Need to learn Hacking

Hacking is an engaging field, but it is surely not easy. To become a hacker, one should have an attitude and curiosity of learning and adapt to new skills. You must have a deep knowledge of computer systems, programming languages, operating systems, and the journey of learning goes on and on.

Some people think that a hacker is a criminal who does illegal activities, but they are wrong.

Many big companies hire hackers to protect their systems and information and are highly paid.

Here are the most important steps necessary to become a hacker; take a deeper look at it...

 

Basic Computer Skills

It probably goes without saying that to become a hacker, you need some basic computer skills. These skills go beyond the ability to create a word document or cruise the internet. You need to use the command line in Windows, edit the registry, and set up your networking parameters.

 

Learn UNIX/LINUX

UNIX/LINUX is an open-source operating system that provides better security to computer to computer systems. It was first developed by AT&T in Bell labs and contributed a lot to the world of cybersecurity.

You can install LINUX, which is freely available on the internet, for your desktops. Without learning UNIX/LINUX it is difficult to become a hacker.

 

Programming Knowledge

A person in the hacking field needs to learn more than one programming. There are many programming languages to learn such as Python, JAVA, C++ , etc... Free eBooks, tutorials are easily available online.

 

Learn Networking Concepts

Another essential step to becoming a hacker is to be good at networking concepts and understanding how the networks are created.

You need to understand the basics of Networking, such as :

as we often exploit these technologies, the better you understand how they work, the more successful you will be.

You must have a clear understanding of using network tools such as Wireshark, NMAP, etc...

 

Learn Cryptography

To become a successful hacker you need to master the art of cryptography. Encryption and Decryption are important skills in hacking. While hacking a system, these encrypted codes need to be broken, which is called decryption. Encryption is widely done in several aspects of information system security in authentication, confidentiality, and data integrity.

 

Learn More Than One Operating Systems

A hacker needs to learn more than one operating system. There are many other Operating systems apart from Windows, UNIX/LINUX like limos, Arca OS, Haiku OS.

Every system has a loophole, hacker needs it to exploit it.

 

Learn more and more about hacking

Go through various tutorials, eBooks written by experts in the field of hacking. In hacking, learning is never-ending because security changes every day with new updates in systems.

 

Learn Vulnerability

Vulnerability is the weakness, loophole, or open door through which you enter the system. Look for vulnerabilities by scanning the system, network, etc. Try to write your own and exploit the system.

 

Experiment A lot

After learning some concepts, sit and practice them. Set up your own lab for experimental purposes. keep on Testing learning until you breach a system.

 

Continue never-ending Learning.

Learning is the key to success in the world of hacking. Continuous learning and practicing will make you the best hacker. Keep yourself updated about security changes and learn about new ways to exploit systems. Try Playing CTF's To sharpen your hacking skills. And also try playing things wargames, Hack the Box, TryHackMe, etc...

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Be An Ethical Hacker