Here is a list of cybersecurity resources, grouped by use.
Learn Cybersecurity / Ethical Hacking
- HackBlue Free Hacking Course - Learn Ethical Hacking and Crucial Cybersecurity Concepts
- HackTheBox - A platform to enhance and test your hacking skills through various challenges
- Cybrary - Online cybersecurity training platform offering a variety of courses and resources
- OverTheWire - Wargames to help you practice and learn security concepts in a hands-on manner
- TryHackMe - A platform that teaches and enhances your cybersecurity skills through virtual environments
Cybersecurity News and Updates
- The Hacker News - Breaking news and updates on cybersecurity, hacking, and technology
- Krebs on Security - Investigative journalism on cybercrime and internet security
- Dark Reading - News, analysis, and research on cybersecurity and IT topics
- Threatpost - Independent news site covering cybersecurity, privacy, and hacking news
- SecurityWeek - News and analysis on cybersecurity, focusing on industry trends and threats
Cybersecurity Forums and Communities
- Reddit – r/netsec - Subreddit dedicated to network security and cybersecurity discussions
- Stack Exchange – Information Security - Q&A platform for information security professionals
- Wilders Security Forums - Online community discussing computer security and privacy
- InfoSec Institute Forum - Community for cybersecurity professionals with discussions and resources
- Black Hat World - Forum focusing on black hat tactics and online security discussions
Cybersecurity Conferences and Events
- DEF CON - One of the world's largest and most famous hacker conferences
- Black Hat Briefings - Annual event for the global cybersecurity community
- RSA Conference - Premier conference for cybersecurity professionals, featuring industry leaders
- SANS Cyber Security Summits - Events offering training and education on cybersecurity
- Infosecurity Europe - Europe's leading information security event
Online Cybersecurity Tools and Utilities
- VirusTotal - Online service that analyzes files and URLs for viruses and other malware
- OWASP ZAP (Zed Attack Proxy) - Security tool designed to find vulnerabilities in web applications
- Wireshark - Open-source packet analyzer for network troubleshooting, analysis, and development
- Metasploit Framework - Penetration testing platform enabling you to develop, test, and execute exploit code
- Nmap - Free and open-source tool for network discovery and security auditing
Professional Cybersecurity Certifications
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
Cybersecurity Blogs and Influencers
- Schneier on Security (Bruce Schneier)
- TaoSecurity (Richard Bejtlich)
- Graham Cluley
- Daniel Miessler’s Blog
- Naked Security by Sophos
Cybersecurity Courses and Online Learning Platforms
- Udemy (Various Cybersecurity Courses)
- Coursera (Cybersecurity Specialization)
- edX (Cybersecurity MicroMasters)
- Pluralsight (Cybersecurity Paths)
- Cybrary (IT and Cybersecurity Training)
Cybersecurity Policy and Governance Resources
- The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
- The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
- International Association for Privacy Professionals (IAPP)
- ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Standards
- Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF)