Master the practical skills of ethical hacking through a hands-on exploration of Metasploit, SQL injection, cryptography, and database security using Kali Linux. In this course, you will learn how to navigate Metasploit with msfconsole, analyze and apply exploits and payloads, evaluate SQL injection techniques, and use sqlmap to assess vulnerable web applications. You will also build a solid understanding of password cracking, hashing, digital signatures, cryptographic algorithms, and secure database management practices.

Ethical Hacking with Metasploit, SQL & Crypto

Ethical Hacking with Metasploit, SQL & Crypto
This course is part of Kali Linux: Ethical Hacking & Pentesting Specialization

Instructor: EDUCBA
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Apply Metasploit commands, exploits, and payloads in Kali Linux.
Perform SQL injection with manual, dork, and sqlmap techniques.
Analyze cryptographic methods, hash flaws, and DB security.
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Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
The pacing is perfect, and the overall presentation keeps the learner engaged from start to finish.
Reviewed on May 13, 2026
Excellent course with clear explanation and practical examples.
Reviewed on May 13, 2026
This course was very well structured and easy to follow. The explanations were clear, and the practical examples made learning much more effective. Highly recommended
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