Master ethical hacking and penetration testing. Cybersecurity is one of the fastest-growing fields in India, with a shortage of 7 lakh+ professionals. Bug bounties alone can pay Rs 10+ LPA.
Hackers live in the terminal. Master Linux commands, networking fundamentals, TCP/IP, and how the internet works under the hood.
By the end, you'll be able to
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Set up a Kali Linux VM. Use Wireshark to capture and analyze traffic from 5 different protocols. Map a network with nmap.
Web apps are the #1 target. Learn OWASP Top 10, SQL injection, XSS, CSRF, authentication bypasses, and how to find bugs in web apps.
By the end, you'll be able to
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Complete 20 challenges on PortSwigger Web Security Academy. Find 5 bugs in DVWA and write reports.
Attack networks like a pro. Learn scanning, enumeration, exploitation, privilege escalation, and lateral movement.
By the end, you'll be able to
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Complete 10 HTB (HackTheBox) machines: easy to medium. Document each with a professional pentest report.
What happens after you get in. Learn privilege escalation, persistence, data exfiltration, and covering tracks.
By the end, you'll be able to
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Complete a full pentest on a lab network: recon, scanning, exploitation, post-exploitation, and a detailed report.
Earn money finding bugs. Learn bug bounty methodology, scope management, and how to write reports that get accepted and paid.
By the end, you'll be able to
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Sign up for HackerOne and Bugcrowd. Hunt on 5 programs. Submit at least 3 valid vulnerability reports.
Expand your skillset to mobile apps and APIs. Learn Android/iOS app analysis, API testing, and mobile-specific vulnerabilities.
By the end, you'll be able to
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Analyze 5 Android apps for security issues: decompile, find hardcoded secrets, test API endpoints.
CEH opens doors in corporate India. OSCP proves real skills. Prepare for one (or both) to fast-track your security career.
By the end, you'll be able to
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Complete 30 HTB machines. Take CEH/OSCP practice exams. Write 10 security blog posts. Apply to security roles.
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