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This guide by Nathan House, CEO @StationX, provides actionable steps to start a career in cybersecurity, gain experience, and land a well-paying job.
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You Should Know: Essential Cybersecurity Commands & Practices
1️⃣ Basic Linux Commands for Cybersecurity
– `nmap -sV
– `wireshark` – Analyze network traffic in real-time.
– `john –wordlist=/usr/share/wordlists/rockyou.txt hash.txt` – Crack passwords using John the Ripper.
– `sudo tcpdump -i eth0 -w capture.pcap` – Capture network packets for analysis.
– `chmod 600 sensitive_file.txt` – Restrict file permissions to owner-only.
2️⃣ Windows Security Commands
– `netstat -ano` – Check active network connections and processes.
– `whoami /priv` – List current user privileges.
– `certmgr.msc` – Manage digital certificates.
– `gpresult /z` – Check applied Group Policy settings.
– `tasklist /svc` – List running processes and services.
3️⃣ Practical Cybersecurity Steps
✅ Set Up a Home Lab:
- Use VirtualBox or VMware to create vulnerable VMs like Metasploitable.
- Practice ethical hacking on Kali Linux.
✅ Learn Scripting for Automation:
- Bash: `for ip in {1..254}; do ping -c 1 192.168.1.$ip | grep “bytes from”; done` (Ping sweep).
- Python: Use `scapy` for custom packet crafting.
✅ Understand Common Attacks:
- Phishing: Use GoPhish for testing awareness.
- Brute Force: Try Hydra (
hydra -l admin -P passwords.txt ssh://<target_IP>).
✅ Get Certified:
- CompTIA Security+ (Fundamentals).
- CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) for penetration testing.
What Undercode Say
Cybersecurity is a field where hands-on practice is critical. Start with basic networking (ping, traceroute), move to penetration testing (Metasploit, Burp Suite), and always stay updated with security trends.
🔹 Key Linux Security Tools:
- Fail2Ban (
sudo fail2ban-client status) – Prevent brute-force attacks. - ClamAV (
clamscan -r /home) – Scan for malware. - SELinux (
sestatus) – Enforce access controls.
🔹 Windows Hardening:
- Disable unnecessary services (
services.msc). - Enable BitLocker (
manage-bde -on C:). - Audit logs with Event Viewer (
eventvwr.msc).
🔹 Career Growth Tips:
- Join Hack The Box or TryHackMe for challenges.
- Contribute to GitHub security projects.
- Follow CVE databases (https://cve.mitre.org).
Expected Output:
A structured cybersecurity learning path with practical commands, tools, and certification guidance to fast-track your career.
🔗 Free Resource: StationX Cyber Security Career Guide
References:
Reported By: Housenathan Loyalty – Hackers Feeds
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