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Introduction to Cybersecurity
OSCP · Chapter 1

Introduction to Cybersecurity

What is Cybersecurity?

Cybersecurity protects systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access and disruption. In the OSCP track we approach it from an offensive angle: ethically finding and exploiting weaknesses so they can be fixed.

Core Concepts
  • CIA Triad: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability
  • Threats vs. Vulnerabilities vs. Risk
  • Attack Surface & Entry Points
  • Defense-in-Depth, Least Privilege
Penetration Testing Phases
  • Recon & Enumeration
  • Exploitation (initial foothold)
  • Post-Exploitation (priv-esc, loot)
  • Documentation & Reporting

What You’ll Need
  • Kali/Parrot VM + VPN to labs
  • Tools: Nmap, ffuf/Feroxbuster, tmux, LinPEAS/WinPEAS, etc.
  • Strong notes (Obsidian/CherryTree/Markdown)

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