Linux Pentester Command Reference

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Overview

Linux for a Pentester is a curated collection of practical Linux commands and techniques used in penetration testing. The repository provides battle-tested command references organized by penetration testing phases: reconnaissance, enumeration, exploitation, privilege escalation, and post-exploitation.

This is a reference resource, not an installable tool. It contains markdown documentation with command examples that pentesters can reference during engagements, CTFs, and security assessments.

Repository Structure

The notes are organized into distinct phases: