Stealing Passwords 101

Chapter 1: Gathering Intel

First, you need to gather intel on your target. Use social engineering tactics to get close to the password-protected system. This can be done by posing as a friendly IT guy or a lost user.

Once you're in the inner circle, observe and learn. Note the password reset procedures, security questions, and any other juicy details.

Hyperlinks:

• Social Engineering 101: How to Make Friends with the System
• Password Reset Proceddures: A Guide for the Clumsy

Chapter 2: Exploiting the System

With your intel in hand, find a way to exploit the system. This can be done through SQL injection, phishing, or other clever tricks.

Remember, the key to a successful password heist is to be patient and to have a good understanding of the system's vulnerabilities.

Hyperlinks:

• SQL Injection: The Art of Asking Too Many Questions
• Phishing for Answers: A Guide to the Art of Deception