
Learn reconnaissance as gathering information about a target system, network, or organization to identify vulnerabilities. Ethical hackers use public data to build a clear picture and defend against attackers.
Explore passive recon and active recon in ethical hacking, comparing undetectable public-data gathering with direct system interaction using tools like ping, nmap, and Shodan.
Learn to set up Kali Linux and Metasploitable 2 on VMware, including download, extract, open virtual machines, and log in with default credentials Kali/Kali and MSF admin.
Explore network information, domain details, personal data, system information, and sensitive files during reconnaissance, and learn how these data categories fit together to reveal a target.
Explore how to investigate phone numbers with the Phone Info tool, install via Docker, run scans, and evaluate local, E164, international, foreign formats and reputation checks.
Learn to use Sherlock, installed via apt, to gather social media accounts by username, check version, search multiple users, and save results to a file.
Master Google account intelligence with ghunt and OpenCV to extract email data, profile pictures, and activity from publicly available information.
Identify compromised accounts by using haveibeenpwned.com to check email breaches and exposed data, then secure them by changing passwords and enabling two-factor authentication.
Explore metadata analysis with Exiftool to extract file details such as creation and modification dates and GPS coordinates from images, videos, and PDFs using Kali Linux.
Learn to gather domain information via a terminal voice command for registrar details, whois data, creation and expiry dates, and name servers, or use web tools like whois and GoDaddy.
Analyze the technologies a website uses to understand its structure and potential weaknesses. Use the Webalizer extension to identify CMS, analytics, security features, and CDN to aid reconnaissance.
Learn to locate admin panels using the preacher tool, clone the repository, run the scanner, and analyze discovered panels and SQL files for database insights during ethical testing.
Learn subdomain enumeration with tools like sub finder, asset finder, EMAs, and mass enum to uncover subdomains, APIs, DNS records, and web archives, and secure them before attackers exploit.
Welcome to Recon Ninja: Advanced Info Gathering for Ethical Hackers, a comprehensive course designed to teach you the essential skills of reconnaissance and information gathering in ethical hacking. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced cybersecurity professional, this course will help you uncover the secrets of OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) and prepare you to gather valuable information ethically and legally.
In this course, you will start by understanding the basics of reconnaissance, including the difference between passive and active techniques. You will learn how to set up your own lab environment for practicing the skills taught in the lectures. As you progress, you’ll dive deep into various practical methods to gather critical information about individuals, phone numbers, emails, domains, and web applications.
We’ll explore powerful tools like PhoneInfoga, Google Dorks, and Breacher, which are widely used by ethical hackers. You’ll also discover how to analyze metadata to uncover hidden details in files and documents. Each lecture combines theoretical explanations with hands-on demonstrations, ensuring that you can follow along and practice effectively.
By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with the skills to gather information that can help strengthen security defenses, identify vulnerabilities, and support ethical hacking efforts. This course is ideal for anyone passionate about cybersecurity, from beginners to professionals looking to enhance their OSINT skills.
So, if you’re ready to become a Recon Ninja and master the art of advanced information gathering, enroll now and take the first step toward advancing your ethical hacking journey!