benrogerswpg's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed this.
Learned a lot of techniques and some great information about hacking in general.
Definitely a good toolset for developers to know.
4.7/5
Learned a lot of techniques and some great information about hacking in general.
Definitely a good toolset for developers to know.
4.7/5
omarelkhatib's review against another edition
4.0
Not a hacker or security guy,
But playing with C and breaking things was fun.
But playing with C and breaking things was fun.
brandur's review
4.0
A solid book that people of all experience levels will learn at least something from. I found it especially useful for solidifying some of my network and assembly fundamentals.
One thing to note is that the exploits in the book are generally not very useful in the modern world, most of them are only useful for attacking C/C++-based programs, or programs on old versions of the Linux kernel, or wireless encryption systems that no one uses anymore, but they can still be treated as useful building blocks.
One thing to note is that the exploits in the book are generally not very useful in the modern world, most of them are only useful for attacking C/C++-based programs, or programs on old versions of the Linux kernel, or wireless encryption systems that no one uses anymore, but they can still be treated as useful building blocks.
teelock's review
5.0
The rules of engagement have been irreversibly changed by the internet. This book sums up the urgent significance of the modern hacking threat. Erickson shows how computer manipulation can be a useful defensive mechanism, but one with an unavoidable vulnerability. The flaws of standard internet coding can be maliciously manipulated to infiltrate a target’s privacy. Vital information can be instantaneously stolen, and individuals can be discretely monitored without an iota of their awareness.
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