Hacking Wi-Fi Networks with Kali Linux Online Course
Hacking Wi-Fi Networks with Kali Linux Online Course
This course provides a comprehensive guide to mastering network security and penetration testing. It begins with the essential preparation steps, where you will learn to set up Kali Linux either as your main operating system or within a virtual machine, establishing a secure environment for ethical hacking. The course then covers network fundamentals, which are crucial for understanding how devices communicate and what is needed for effective network security testing. You'll explore techniques for gathering key information about target access points, including ESSID, BSSID, encryption type, and more, and learn how to disconnect or jam clients on a network without needing access to its password.
In the following sections, you will dive into cracking WEP, WPA, and WPA2 encryption using practical attack methods, followed by an in-depth look at Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) attacks, including techniques for stealing credentials, controlling devices, and conducting post-exploitation actions. Finally, the course concludes with strategies to protect your system against these attacks, ensuring that you can both perform and defend against MITM attacks. By the end of the course, you will have the skills necessary to take control of a network and protect your own from various security threats.
Key Benefits
- Identify and defend against ARP Poisoning (MITM) attacks to safeguard your network.
- Master various techniques to crack Wi-Fi encryption, including WEP, WPA, and WPA2.
- Gain an in-depth understanding of how to exploit connected clients and take control of their systems.
Target Audience
This course is designed for both beginners and experienced professionals. For beginners, it provides a comprehensive foundation, guiding you from the basics to advanced concepts, ultimately equipping you with the skills of a professional. For seasoned professionals, the course serves as an opportunity to refine and update your expertise in wireless network hacking. It is ideal for individuals seeking to conduct penetration testing on specific Wi-Fi networks.
Learning Objectives
- Set up and configure your Kali Linux environment for optimal use
- Gain proficiency in utilizing a variety of Kali Linux tools for network security testing
- Execute multiple attack strategies to compromise networks without requiring encryption keys
- Successfully access client accounts within a Wi-Fi network
- Perform advanced Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) attacks to intercept and manipulate data
- Understand foundational networking concepts to effectively conduct security assessments
Course Outline
The Hacking Wi-Fi Networks with Kali Linux Exam covers the following topics -
Module 1 - Course Overview
- Introduction to the course content and objectives.
Module 2 - System Setup
- Install Kali Linux as your primary operating system.
- Set up Kali Linux on a Virtual Machine using VirtualBox.
- Alternatively, set up Kali Linux on a Virtual Machine using VMware.
- Configure the NAT network in VirtualBox for proper connectivity.
- Optimize virtual machine performance for smoother operations.
- Use snapshots to back up virtual machine configurations.
- Set up Windows on a virtual machine.
- Connect your Wi-Fi card to the virtual machine for network access.
- Perform system updates on Kali Linux for the latest tools and security patches.
Module 3 - Networking Essentials
- Understand the basics of networking.
- Learn about MAC addresses and how to spoof them.
- Install the ALFA AC1200 driver on Kali Linux for compatibility.
- Enable monitor mode on your Wi-Fi adapter to capture traffic.
Module 4 - Capturing AP Information Before Attacking
- Introduction to pre-connection attacks.
- Scan for nearby Wi-Fi access points (APs) to gather information.
- Capture packets from a specific Wi-Fi access point.
- Monitor all Wi-Fi traffic across both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.
- Disconnect devices from any wireless access point for testing.
- Identify hidden Wi-Fi networks and collect relevant data.
- Conduct jamming attacks on Wi-Fi networks to disrupt connections.
Module 5 - Breaking WEP Encryption
- Overview of WEP encryption and cracking techniques.
- Understanding the theory behind cracking WEP encryption.
- Methods for cracking WEP keys, including Korek Chopchop, ARP Request Replay, and Hirte attacks.
- Perform a demo of cracking WEP encryption.
- Use fake authentication to access the target network.
Module 6 - Cracking WPA/WPA2 Encryption
- Learn the theory and methods for cracking WPA and WPA2 encryption.
- Leverage the WPS feature to exploit WPA/WPA2 networks.
- Capture the WPA/WPA2 handshake for further analysis.
- Build and use wordlists for dictionary attacks.
- Apply brute force and rainbow table attacks on WPA/WPA2.
- Utilize Hashcat for GPU-accelerated cracking.
- Perform Evil Twin attacks to impersonate access points.
- Extract router credentials through WPA/WPA2 cracking techniques.
Module 7 - Hacking WPA-Enterprise Networks
- Understand WPA Enterprise encryption theory.
- Install necessary tools for exploiting WPA-Enterprise networks.
- Set up a fake enterprise network to capture credentials.
- Crack captured hashes using Hashcat for unauthorized access.
Module 8 - Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) Attacks
- Introduction to MITM attacks and their mechanics.
- Gather information on clients connected to the network.
- Capture login credentials during MITM attacks.
- Bypass SSL certificates to steal sensitive data.
- Redirect clients to malicious websites.
- Intercept and steal session cookies.
- Capture screenshots from target browsers for further exploitation.
- Inject keyloggers into target webpages to collect keystrokes.
- Exploit network traffic to capture images and sensitive data.
- Use BeEF to hook clients with injected JavaScript and hijack accounts.
Module 9 - Gaining Full Access to Connected Devices
- Create and deploy an encrypted backdoor for remote access.
- Test the backdoor to ensure functionality on target devices.
- Use fake browser updates to trick and hack client machines.
- Interact with target computers to manipulate and control them remotely.
Module 10 - Securing Your Wi-Fi Network
- Learn how to protect your Wi-Fi network from common attacks.
- Detect ARP poisoning attacks using tools like XARP and Wireshark.
- Prevent your ARP table from being poisoned.
- Identify and kill Meterpreter sessions to secure your network.
