Advanced Kali Linux Training Program
Course Description
This Kali Linux course is designed to help ethical hackers, penetration testers, and cybersecurity professionals master the world’s most powerful offensive security operating system. You’ll learn how to set up Kali Linux, use its advanced tools, and perform real-world penetration testing.
Through hands-on labs, you’ll explore network scanning, vulnerability assessment, exploitation, post-exploitation, privilege escalation, and digital forensics using tools like Metasploit, Nmap, Burp Suite, Wireshark, and more. By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped to conduct professional-grade security assessments and harden systems against cyber threats.
What You’ll Learn
- Kali Linux Installation & Configuration
- Command-Line Basics & Scripting
- Network Scanning & Enumeration (Nmap, Netcat)
- Vulnerability Assessment & Exploitation (Metasploit, ExploitDB)
- Wireless Network Hacking (Aircrack-ng, Wireshark)
- Web Application Security Testing (Burp Suite, SQLmap)
- Privilege Escalation & Post-Exploitation
- Digital Forensics & Incident Response
- Anonymity & Privacy Tools (Tor, Proxychains)
Who Should Enroll?
- Ethical Hackers & Penetration Testers
- Cybersecurity Students & Professionals
- System Administrators & IT Security Teams
- Anyone Interested in Offensive Security
About this course:
Beginners
Flexible Timing
16-24 Weeks
Theory + Hands-on Labs + Real-World Case Studies
Kali Linux Module
Topics Covered:
What is Kali Linux? Purpose & Use Cases
Installing Kali Linux (VirtualBox, VMware, WSL, Live USB)
Understanding Kali Linux Architecture
System Configuration & Package Management (
apt,dpkg)Setting Up Users, Groups, and Permissions
Network Configuration & Security
Topics Covered:
Linux Directory Structure (
/bin,/sbin,/etc,/home,/var,/tmp)File & Directory Management (
ls,cd,pwd,mkdir,rm,mv,cp)Viewing & Editing Files (
cat,less,more,nano,vim)File Permissions & Ownership (
chmod,chown,chgrp)Searching Files & Content (
find,locate,grep,awk,sed)Monitoring System Logs (
tail,head,dmesg,journalctl)
Topics Covered:
Linux File System Navigation & Permissions
Process Management & Background Jobs
Networking Commands (
ip,netstat,tcpdump,traceroute)Disk & Memory Management (
df,du,free,top)Introduction to Bash Scripting for Automation
Writing Scripts for Reconnaissance & Scanning
Topics Covered:
Understanding Network Interfaces & Configurations
Network Troubleshooting & Connectivity Testing
Firewall & IPTables Basics
Packet Capture & Analysis
SSH, SCP, Netcat, & Reverse Shells
Topics Covered:
Reconnaissance Tools (Nmap, theHarvester, Maltego, Shodan)
Vulnerability Scanning (Nikto, OpenVAS, Wapiti)
Exploitation Tools (Metasploit, SQLmap, SearchSploit)
Web Application Testing (Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP)
Password Cracking (John the Ripper, Hashcat, Hydra)
Topics Covered:
Post-Exploitation Techniques in Kali Linux
Privilege Escalation on Linux & Windows
Maintaining Access (Backdoors, Reverse Shells, Rootkits)
Covering Tracks (Log Manipulation, Anti-Forensics)
Using Mimikatz for Credential Dumping
Topics Covered:
Wireless Attacks (WPA2 Cracking, Evil Twin, Deauthentication)
Network Sniffing & Packet Analysis (Wireshark, TCPDump)
MITM Attacks (ettercap, ARP Spoofing, Bettercap)
IoT Hacking & Firmware Analysis
Topics Covered:
Red Team vs. Blue Team: Attack & Defense Strategies
Social Engineering Toolkit (SET) & Phishing Attacks
Writing Custom Exploits with Python & Bash
Evading Antivirus & EDR Systems
Building Your Own Kali Linux Toolkit
opics Covered:
Automating Tasks with Bash & Python Scripts
Creating Custom Reconnaissance Scripts
Writing & Modifying Exploits
Automating Data Extraction from Logs
Generating Reports with Scripts
Electroshastra Project:
Conduct a full penetration test on a vulnerable machine
Generate a detailed penetration testing report
📖 Final Exam:
Multiple-choice theory assessment
Hands-on practical challenge: Capture the Flag (CTF)
📜 Certification of Completion upon passing the final assessment.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Kali Linux
Kali Linux is a Debian-based penetration testing and ethical hacking distribution developed by Offensive Security. It comes pre-installed with numerous security tools used for penetration testing, forensics, and cybersecurity research.
Unlike general-purpose Linux distributions, Kali Linux is specifically designed for security professionals, penetration testers, and ethical hackers. It includes over 600 pre-installed cybersecurity tools and has built-in security features like non-root user mode, kernel hardening, and a rolling release model.
Yes, Kali Linux is legal if used for ethical and authorized security testing. However, using it for hacking without permission is illegal and can lead to legal consequences. Always follow ethical hacking guidelines and obtain proper authorization before conducting any security assessments.
Yes, you can install Kali Linux on your laptop using:
Bare-metal installation (full installation)
Virtual Machine (VM) using VMware, VirtualBox
Live Boot USB (without installing)
Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)
Minimum: 2GB RAM, 20GB storage, 1 GHz processor
Recommended: 4GB RAM, 40GB storage, Dual-core processor
Some of the most popular tools in Kali Linux include:
Nmap – Network scanning
Metasploit Framework – Exploitation framework
Burp Suite – Web application security testing
Wireshark – Packet analysis
Hydra – Password cracking
Aircrack-ng – Wireless network attacks
Kali Linux is designed for penetration testing, not for general use. While you can use it daily, it’s not recommended because:
It runs as a non-root user for security reasons.
Some tools can pose security risks.
Regular updates may break certain tools.
For everyday use, Ubuntu or Debian might be a better choice.
To update Kali Linux, use:sudo apt update && sudo apt full-upgrade -y
This ensures all packages are updated.
Use apt to install tools:
sudo apt install <tool-name>
For example, to install Nmap:
sudo apt install nmap
Parrot OS – Lightweight and privacy-focused security distribution
BlackArch – Security-focused Arch-based distribution
BackBox Linux – Ubuntu-based penetration testing OS
Kali Linux Documentation – https://www.kali.org/docs/
Offensive Security Courses (OSCP, OSWP)
TryHackMe & Hack The Box Labs
Yes, using Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL), you can install Kali Linux on Windows without a VM
wsl --install -d kali-linux
By default, Kali runs as a non-root user. To switch to root:
sudo su
To set a root password:
sudo passwd root
Then, log in as root using:
su root
Broken packages:
sudo apt --fix-broken install
Use strong passwords
Keep the system updated
Avoid running unnecessary services
Use a firewall (e.g.,
ufw)Disable SSH root login
Classroom Traning
We offer customized VILT (Virtual Instructor-Led Training) sessions at your convenient hours to provide effortless training.
Online Training Class
One can also opt for the prerecorded video sessions available at any point of time from any particular location.
Corporate Training
Hire a preferred trainer at your work premises at your chosen time slots and train your employees with full efficiency.
