About
Ethical hacking, taught as defense.
HackBlue is a free cybersecurity course with hands-on browser labs. Lessons explain how systems fail and which control changes the outcome. The labs let you read real-looking evidence and name the failure yourself.
What you will find
- Course423 lessons in 11 pathsFoundations, web and API security, networks, wireless, people, cryptography, malware, identity and cloud, and operations. Each lesson names what fails, who is affected, and what to change.
- Tools19 workbenches, 426 lessonsWireshark, Ghidra, network capture, forensics, and web testing tools, taught from the interface to the finding you write down.
- LabsBrowser labs and practice desksA scoped lab terminal, an evidence desk, and short drills on scope, controls, and ownership. Everything runs in your browser.
- Reference101 glossary termsEach term gives the impact and the control, with links to the lessons that cover it.
How to start
- 01Read the foundationsStart with scope and authorization. Every other lesson assumes it.
- 02Pick a pathWork through one path in order, or search for the topic in front of you.
- 03Learn a toolOpen a workbench and follow the lessons from the first screen to a written finding.
- 04PracticeSit down at the engagement workstation and submit what you find.
Team
Who runs HackBlue
- William NamgyalFounder
- Daniel ArreolaDeveloper
- Shrey ValiaDeveloper
Community
Talk to us
Questions, corrections, and partnership notes are welcome. The Discord is the fastest way to reach other learners.