Vol 3, No 1 (2024) |
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Enhancing Network Security: Kali Linux Tools and Their Applications in Cyber Defense
Pages 1-13 || Authors: Sai Sirisha Maddula
ABSTRACT
This study investigates how Kali Linux can improve network security, particularly emphasizing its extensive toolkit and how it might be used for cyber defense. The primary goals are evaluating Kali Linux tools' efficacy in vulnerability identification, penetration testing, intrusion detection, and incident response. The methodology encompasses in-depth case studies and application scenarios from various industries, such as e-commerce platforms, financial organizations, and healthcare providers. Important discoveries demonstrate how flexible and all-inclusive Kali Linux technologies, such as Nmap, OpenVAS, Metasploit, Burp Suite, and Wireshark, are essential for locating security holes, emulating assaults, and monitoring network activity. Maintaining strong network security emphasizes the importance of proactive security measures, frequent updates, and ongoing monitoring. The efficiency of these instruments is further increased by awareness-raising and training programs. The policy implications recommend incorporating Kali Linux into an all-encompassing cybersecurity architecture and encouraging continuous training for security staff to keep up with new threats. This study confirms that Kali Linux is a vital tool for cybersecurity teams, enabling them to deploy efficient defense plans and sustain robust network architectures in the face of constantly changing threats.
Key words:
Network Security, Kali Linux, Cyber Defense, Security Tools, Penetration Testing, Ethical Hacking, Vulnerability Assessment, Intrusion Detection, Security Auditing
Cite as:
Maddula, S. S. (2024). Enhancing Network Security: Kali Linux Tools and Their Applications in Cyber Defense. Silicon Valley Tech Review, 3(1), 1-13.
ABSTRACT
This study investigates how Kali Linux can improve network security, particularly emphasizing its extensive toolkit and how it might be used for cyber defense. The primary goals are evaluating Kali Linux tools' efficacy in vulnerability identification, penetration testing, intrusion detection, and incident response. The methodology encompasses in-depth case studies and application scenarios from various industries, such as e-commerce platforms, financial organizations, and healthcare providers. Important discoveries demonstrate how flexible and all-inclusive Kali Linux technologies, such as Nmap, OpenVAS, Metasploit, Burp Suite, and Wireshark, are essential for locating security holes, emulating assaults, and monitoring network activity. Maintaining strong network security emphasizes the importance of proactive security measures, frequent updates, and ongoing monitoring. The efficiency of these instruments is further increased by awareness-raising and training programs. The policy implications recommend incorporating Kali Linux into an all-encompassing cybersecurity architecture and encouraging continuous training for security staff to keep up with new threats. This study confirms that Kali Linux is a vital tool for cybersecurity teams, enabling them to deploy efficient defense plans and sustain robust network architectures in the face of constantly changing threats.
Key words:
Network Security, Kali Linux, Cyber Defense, Security Tools, Penetration Testing, Ethical Hacking, Vulnerability Assessment, Intrusion Detection, Security Auditing
Cite as:
Maddula, S. S. (2024). Enhancing Network Security: Kali Linux Tools and Their Applications in Cyber Defense. Silicon Valley Tech Review, 3(1), 1-13.