Hacking Wi-Fi Networks with Kali Linux Practice Exam

Hacking Wi-Fi Networks with Kali Linux Practice Exam

About Hacking Wi-Fi Networks with Kali Linux Exam

This exam is designed to assess your proficiency in penetration testing techniques and tools, specifically focused on Wi-Fi networks. The exam will test your ability to understand wireless networking concepts, identify security vulnerabilities, and exploit weaknesses using Kali Linux, a powerful penetration testing distribution. You will demonstrate your skills in cracking Wi-Fi passwords, bypassing network security, and using various Kali Linux tools such as Aircrack-ng, Reaver, and others to exploit network weaknesses.

Skills Required

To successfully attempt this exam, candidates should possess:

• Basic knowledge of networking concepts, including Wi-Fi protocols, IP addressing, and network architecture.
• Understanding of Kali Linux operating system and the tools available within it for penetration testing.
• Familiarity with wireless network security protocols such as WEP, WPA, and WPA2, and the vulnerabilities associated with each.
• Proficiency in using penetration testing tools, specifically for Wi-Fi networks, including Aircrack-ng, Reaver, and other relevant Kali Linux utilities.
• Hands-on experience in performing security assessments, exploiting weaknesses, and evaluating network security.

Who should take the Exam?

This exam is ideal for individuals interested in pursuing a career in network security, ethical hacking, or penetration testing. It is particularly beneficial for:

• Aspiring ethical hackers or penetration testers who want to gain expertise in testing the security of Wi-Fi networks.
• IT security professionals looking to validate their skills in securing wireless networks and identifying vulnerabilities.
• Cybersecurity enthusiasts or students seeking to deepen their understanding of wireless network security and attack techniques.
• Security analysts who need to understand the practical application of tools like Kali Linux to secure or assess the risks of wireless networks.

Course Outline

The Hacking Wi-Fi Networks with Kali Linux Exam covers the following topics - 

Domain 1 - Course Overview

• Introduction to the course content and objectives.

Domain 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.

Domain 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.

Domain 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.

Domain 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.

Domain 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.

Domain 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.

Domain 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.

Domain 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.

Domain 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.