Hacking is the art of creative problem solving whether that means finding an unconventional
solution to a difficult problem or exploiting holes in sloppy programming. Many people call
themselves hackers but few have the strong technical foundation needed to really push the
envelope. Rather than merely showing how to run existing exploits author Jon Erickson explains
how arcane hacking techniques actually work. To share the art and science of hacking in a way
that is accessible to everyone Hacking: The Art of Exploitation 2nd Edition introduces the
fundamentals of C programming from a hacker's perspective. The included LiveCD provides a
complete Linux programming and debugging environment—all without modifying your current
operating system. Use it to follow along with the book's examples as you fill gaps in your
knowledge and explore hacking techniques on your own. Get your hands dirty debugging code
overflowing buffers hijacking network communications bypassing protections exploiting
cryptographic weaknesses and perhaps even inventing new exploits. This book will teach you how
to: - Program computers using C assembly language and shell scripts - Corrupt system memory
to run arbitrary code using buffer overflows and format strings - Inspect processor registers
and system memory with a debugger to gain a real understanding of what is happening - Outsmart
common security measures like nonexecutable stacks and intrusion detection systems - Gain
access to a remote server using port-binding or connect-back shellcode and alter a server's
logging behavior to hide your presence - Redirect network traffic conceal open ports and
hijack TCP connections - Crack encrypted wireless traffic using the FMS attack and speed up
brute-force attacks using a password probability matrix Hackers are always pushing the
boundaries investigating the unknown and evolving their art. Even if you don't already know
how to program Hacking: The Art of Exploitation 2nd Edition will give you a complete picture
of programming machine architecture network communications and existing hacking techniques.
Combine this knowledge with the included Linux environment and all you need is your own
creativity.
