Malware Development for Ethical Hackers: Learn how to develop various types of malware to strengthen cybersecurity

I enjoyed the book it's like art in paper form.

I've been pentesting since 2008. In 2019 I developed my first C2 instance and have been interested in this subject matter ever since. The book is well organized and thought out and gives you what I call necessary basics that all beginners and even seasoned experts should know along with deeper topics suited for more seasoned individuals. You do need a pretty decent background in the languages discussed in the book especially C/C++. The code examples are well done which can be rare for books like this and the authors know and understand windows internals really well which is another art all in of itself that is rare to find or even master. The chapters are well thought out and honestly would be the same order that I'd probably put them in if I was writing a book like this. The only thing I did not like about the book which was written in 2024 is the use of Windows 7 and Windows 10 as operating systems in the examples. I would have liked to have seen more Windows 11 and potentially some newer server operating systems used in the book which brings about newer more up to date methods of exploitation, obfuscation and evasion techniques.

I'm a pentester and thought this book was a great overview of malware development. there isn't enough room in one book to deep dive into every topic, but the course material lays a solid foundation for anyone looking to begin their journey in adversarial simulation or enhance their current abilities. it also has chapters on the modern malware dev ecosystem and what red teamers have learned from their capabilities.there is a github with code that the book walks you through. highly recommend!

I like the book. It has plenty of up-to-date information and actual implementations with links to GitHub. It's easy to understand and easy to read (letters are kinda small but still readable). The material is also good, the cover is matte and feels awesome

I am an ethical hacker with 5 years in the business and found Malware Development for Ethical Hackers to be a valuable resource that offers a comprehensive look in the world of malware development. The book provides a unique perspective by exploring the techniques and strategies that cybercriminals employed. Yet maintains the focus of ethical considerations. I think this would be a good read for those that want to get in cybersecurity as an ethical hacker, exploit developer and security researchers. While it doesn't go into every detail of malware development, it gives security professionals a good start.

"Malware Development for Ethical Hackers" is a hands-on guide for anyone interested in understanding the inner workings of malware from an ethical perspective. The book begins with an introduction to malware development, covering concepts and tools. It then dives into various attack techniques, including malware injection, persistence, and privilege escalation on Windows systems.As you progress, you'll learn about anti-debugging tricks, anti-virtual machine strategies, and anti-disassembly techniques to strengthen your code. The book also covers how to navigate antivirus systems, use hash algorithms, and implement ciphers.It discusses advanced math algorithms, classic malware examples, and modern threats like ransomware, providing both context and practical insights. This book is a great resource for anyone aiming to deepen their knowledge of malware development.

This is an outstanding resource for anyone looking to excel in cybersecurity. This book delivers comprehensive coverage of malware development, from foundational concepts to advanced tactics like Anti-Debugging and Anti-VM techniques. Zhussupov does an excellent job of making complex topics accessible, with practical examples that make the content immediately applicable. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an ethical hacker looking to expand your skill set, this book is a must-have. Highly recommended!