Ethical Hacking & Pentesting Forum

Ethical hacking and penetration testing aren't just careers, they're mindsets. Whether you're reconning targets, chaining exploits, writing reports, or defending against the very attacks you simulate, the best growth happens through real discussions with others in the trenches. That's why the Ethical Hacking & Pentesting category on the Red Secure Tech Online Portal forum exists: a focused space to discuss penetration testing techniques, tools, methodologies, and real-world scenarios. Head over to: [https://platform.redsecuretech.co.uk/forum/category/ethical-hacking-pentesting](https://platform.redsecuretech.co.uk/forum/category/ethical-hacking-pentesting) **What's Inside Right Now?** This category is packed with high-value content for every level: Pinned / Starter Threads (Must-Reads): 1. START HERE: Complete Beginner Roadmap to Ethical Hacking in 2026, Step-by-step guide covering networking fundamentals, Linux basics (Kali), tools, labs, certs, and more. 2. Ask Anything: Ethical Hacking Q&A Thread 3. Advanced Privilege Escalation Techniques in Windows and Linux Environments , Deep dive into modern privesc methods Other Active Discussions: 1. Top 10 Web Application Pentesting Tools Every Hacker Should Know 2. Real Pentest Workflow: From Recon to Final Report (Step by Step) 3. Best Resources to Learn Web Hacking From Scratch 4. How to Practice Ethical Hacking Legally (Without Getting Into Trouble) 5. Most Common Beginner Mistakes in Pentesting (Avoid These!) There are active threads with posts from members from all over the world discussing tool recommendations, workflows, and helping each other with resources in the last 3 to 5 days. While this is a beginner-friendly forum, there are also advanced discussions such as Active Directory exploitation and Red Team operations. **Why Join This Category?** 1. Learn from Real Professionals , Admins and members have real-world experience. They share advice that has been tested in the field to be effective, and that does not use some of the myths you may have seen in movies or on TV. 2. Ask Questions with No Fear , There is a Q&A thread where you can ask any type of question related to Cybersecurity - for example, "What is the best way to start with web application testing?" or "How do I go about pivoting once I am in a modern network?" 3. Expand Your Network , You may wish to meet and form relationships with other professionals, such as ethical hackers, penetration testers, and individuals with similar interests. They could become potential collaborators, mentors, or study partners. 4. Keep Current (2026) , The way the Cybersecurity community talks about Cybersecurity is always changing, as new tools, CVE's, and different methodologies come to the forefront (for example, using AI to conduct reconnaissance, and trends in Cloud Penetration Testing). Pro tip: Start by reading the beginner roadmap and Q&A thread, then introduce your goals or ask a specific question. The community (and admins) respond fast. **Already applying these skills to real-world issues, like spotting vulnerabilities on hacked client sites?** If you're dealing with an active compromise (pharma spam, backdoors, blacklisting), our UK specialists provide forensic cleanup and hardening so you can focus on offense/defense, not recovery. *[Get Fast, Confidential Hacked Website Recovery →](https://www.redsecuretech.co.uk/service/fix-hacked-website)* **How to Jump In (Takes 2 Minutes)** 1. Go to: [https://platform.redsecuretech.co.uk/forum/category/ethical-hacking-pentesting](https://platform.redsecuretech.co.uk/forum/category/ethical-hacking-pentesting) 2. Browse threads or click New Thread to start your own. 3. Get involved, reply to existing threads, upvote good posts and share any useful resources you've found. Watch as others join in on the conversation! Whether you're prepping for OSCP/CEH, running bug bounties, or just curious about how attackers think, this is the place to sharpen your edge ethically and legally. Ready to discuss, learn, and hack (the right way)? *[Head to Ethical Hacking & Pentesting Forum Now →](https://platform.redsecuretech.co.uk/forum/category/ethical-hacking-pentesting)* See you in the threads, drop a reply and let's talk exploits!