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Learn from award-winning cybersecurity coach in this hands-on virtual course introducing you to the world of hacking. As you perform common attacks against yourself, you'll be shocked by how easy they are to carry out... and you'll realize just how vulnerable most people really are.
with Bryson Payne
Go Hack Yourself is an eye-opening, hands-on introduction to the world of hacking, from an award-winning cybersecurity coach.
Throughout the course, you'll be guided through setting up a virtual hacking lab so you can safely try out attacks without putting yourself or others at risk.
Then Bryson will take you step-by-step, sharing his screen and walking you through executing every major type of attack, including physical access hacks, Google hacking and reconnaissance, social engineering and phishing, malware, password cracking, web hacking, and phone hacking. You'll even hack a virtual car!
Get ready to experience each hack from the point of view of both the attacker and the target. Most importantly, every hack is grounded in real-life examples and paired with practical cyber defense tips, so you'll understand how to guard against the hacks you perform.
Official companion course to the book
This Virtual Pass is based on Dr. Payne's book by the same name. Published in January 2022 and available on Amazon, the book was an instant 5-star hit.
Reading the book is recommended, but not required for this course. The Virtual Pass explains, illustrates and expands upon the points Dr. Payne makes in his book.
Dr. Bryson Payne
LeaderPass Expert
Dr. Bryson Payne is a Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and he holds the elite SANS|GIAC GPEN, Industrial Defense (GRID), and Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM) cybersecurity certifications. He earned a Ph.D. in computer science and has taught coding and cybersecurity for over 25 years.
Dr. Payne is the author of Go Hack Yourself (2022), Learn Java the Easy Way (2017), and Teach Your Kids to Code (2015), all published by No Starch Press. He coached the #1-in-the-nation 2019 & 2020 NSA Codebreaker Challenge cyber teams and was a reverse engineering coach for the 2021-2023 US Cyber Teams.
Learn more about Bryson PayneLessons
1
Hacking Your Own Password
In order to hack your own password, you need to understand one key phrase: "security through obscurity." Follow along as Dr. Payne breaks down this term and shows you exactly how to reveal your stored password on secure sites without needing to reset it.
2
Windows Sticky Keys Hack
Learn how to hack into the newest versions of Windows 10 and 11 using physical access. Remember: if you've got physical access to a device, you've got total access to everything on that device.
3
Mac Root Hack
Physical hacks aren't limited to PCS! Discover how to hack into your Mac device by updating your Root single user settings.
4
Google Yourself
^Is the new VirtualBox 7.0 update giving you trouble? Don't worry! In this lesson, Dr. Payne shares everything you need to know about this new setup.
5
Advanced Google Hacks
If you're conducting sensitive Google searches, it's essential that you take additional steps to protect yourself from attackers. Discover how you can take those extra measures to keep your sensitive data safe.
6
Social Media Dangers
You may be aware of some of the dangers that come with posting information about yourself on social media, but do you know just how deep the well goes? Hear from Dr. Payne as he shares the social media hacks that you need to look out for.
7
Creating Your Own Virus
Learn how to build your own virus, take over a Windows computer remotely, and see everything that an attacker can see if you click or download the wrong file.
8
Password Cracking
See how you can steal passwords from another computer and crack into those passwords within Windows.
9
Using Safer Passwords
Now that you know how attackers can steal your passwords, it's essential to know how to protect yourself. Follow along with Dr. Payne as he teaches you some of his tips for creating a safer password.
10
Web Hacking From A Browser
Many people associate hackers with high-tech gear, but that's not necessarily the case. In this lesson, learn how you can hack web applications using just a browser.
11
Infecting Android Devices with Meterpreter
Learn how to hack into your Android devices by building and launching an "Android Trojan."
12
Hacking Real Cars & Beyond
Did you know that you can hack an actual car? Discover what you need to do to take over motor vehicles remotely.
What Others Say
Dr. Payne merits recognition for his inspired leadership in establishing a cyber education program… and growing America's next generation of cyber leaders.
Lt. Gen. (ret.) Burke Garrett, Deputy Commanding General, U.S. Army Forces Command, Ft. Bragg
Bryson Payne delivers an excellent guide for anyone wishing to learn about offensive information security in Go H*ck Yourself.
It is perfect for aspiring penetration testers, security analysts who want more insight into how hackers approach a target, or individuals who want to better protect themselves online. Its practical, hands-on approach provides opportunities for readers to try out real hacking techniques in a safe, legal way. I'll be recommending it to my mentees.
Matt Burrough, Principal Penetration Testing Team Manager - Microsoft
Full of detailed, well-explained exercises ... fascinating and informative ... Anyone with a basic grasp of tech know-how should apply Go H*ack Yourself lessons in their own life, and share the knowledge they learned.
—Joshua Allen Holm, opensource.com
now available
for instant access
Learn from award-winning cybersecurity coach in this hands-on virtual course introducing you to the world of hacking. As you perform common attacks against yourself, you'll be shocked by how easy they are to carry out... and you'll realize just how vulnerable most people really are.
with Bryson Payne
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