Summary

In this chapter, you have learned how reconnaissance plays an important role during penetration testing and how it helps ethical hackers build a profile about their targets to better understand the security vulnerabilities that exist on them. In addition, you have explored the various TTPs of reconnaissance and how penetration testers leverage OSINT to identify how targeted organizations are leaking sensitive data about themselves and how it can be leveraged by a real adversary. Lastly, you have gained the skills and hands-on experience to conceal your online identity and anonymize your internet-based traffic as an ethical hacker and penetration tester.

I trust that the knowledge presented in this chapter has provided you with valuable insights, supporting your path toward becoming an ethical hacker and penetration tester in the dynamic field of cybersecurity. May this newfound understanding empower you on your journey, allowing you to navigate the industry with confidence...