A Tech Toolset and Swiss Army Knife Combined
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Everyone should have a Swiss Army knife, as they come in so useful, especially on the move. The question usually is: which one? Well, for me it was the Cybertool, mainly because it has all the features of the standard Swiss Army knife, but incorporates some precision tools, which comes in great for me at work, I just keep it in my case with my Laptop. One of the best Swiss Army Knives on offer.
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This slim volume presents a series of testing techniques, dubbed

 "attacks", that target common software errors. The list is based on an

 empirical analysis of a large number of bugs found in commercial

 software by the software testing labs at the Florida Institute of

 Technology. Each attack is illustrated with an actual bug found in

 everyday software. The analysis and the examples are mostly drawn from

 Microsoft software.
2981584
This is a very nice selection of tools for a wide variety of desk top repair procedures. There are some very handy devices included which will preclude my having to search for a suitable tool every time I try to repair something that requires some creativity and dexterity.
3672536
Very nice tool kit with everything needed to work on laptops, phones or anything with small screws, etc.  Well worth the price.
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This is a slim paperback booklet that looks a bit like an old catalog in that tools are illustrated (drawings) rather than photographed.  The emphasis is on basic hand tools and while the contents are a bit dated, leather tools haven't changed much over the years either.  Brief practical advice is given for each tool as well as describing its basic use.  What you won't find in this book is coverage of non-American leatherworking tools (Euro tools being very different in many cases), any machinery (e.g., clickers, stitchers, etc.), or, with a few exceptions, alternative tools for the same basic function.  You also won't find newer tools that are on the market.  There are a lot of innovative string cutters available these days, as just one example.  The book could use a thorough refresh.  Still, it has good coverage, the advice is 100% usable, and it's inexpensive!  Well worth having.
559067
A handy tool to keep in my wallet, when I can't carry my Swiss Army knife. A little bulkier than I had hoped -- will buy the Swiss Army version next time.
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Simple, straightforward, easy to hack for electronics projects.
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Efficient, useful and terrifying. Watch your fingers.
968422
Lots of nifty gadgets, some not so easy to configure but good value for the price.
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A lot of security folks have little to no development experience, complicating their jobs when they want to do something that's slightly different from what existing tools can do. Python provides a particularly useful tool for them because of its innate readability, support for multiple programming paradigms, and tremendous library of existing modules that can be adapted and connected to do new and interesting things. And for those of us with more extensive programming backgrounds in addition to our security skillsets, Python provides an excellent workbench for nearly any relevant task.

Violent Python does not pretend in any way to teach readers how to program. In fact, when kicking off the brief section introducing the language itself, it flat out refers to to the reader "as an experienced programmer" (p. 6). However, a motivated hacker with limited exposure to Python can still follow along and pick things up relatively quickly, as VP doesn't really use any particularly esoteric language features.

That said, it also does not necessarily require the reader to cover it linearly from page 1 to the end. The subtitle of the book, after all, calls it a "cookbook for hackers", and it handles its end of the bargain. VP does not go into great detail for these projects but illustrates how to accomplish them relatively simply, primarily as inspiration for the reader who can then use the ideas and code as building blocks for self-driven projects.

I rarely like getting technology books in electronic format, and so I have the paperback copy. Given the complete lack of diagrams in this book, however, it wouldn't matter as much in this case. The quality of the paper and printing seems relatively high; the papers have a smooth, creamy texture, and the book has wide margins that lend themselves very well to note taking and similar marginalia. While I'm not particularly a fan of the particular typeface used for code in the book, I didn't find it so distracting as to make it impossible to work. As has become sadly common these days, the book contains a number of typographical errors and I really wish the publisher had put it through one more review iteration to catch them.

Contents

Chapter 2, "Penetration Testing with Python", provides examples of how to perform a port scan (first using the socket API and then with nmap integration), brute forcing, using weaknesses in SSH key generation, injecting malicious IFRAMEs, interacting with Metasploit, and sending custom buffer overflow code over the network.

Chapter 3, "Forensic Investigations with Python", discusses analyzing the history of wireless access points in the Windows registry (including geolocation), investigation of the Recycle Bin, examining metadata in various document types, and using application artifacts like SQLite databases in Firefox and Skype or iTunes Mobile.

Chapter 4, "Network Traffic Analysis with Python", gets into better geolocation, packet parsing using dpkt and Scapy, KML generation, and analyzing various types of traffic like the LOIC DDOS tool, varying TTLs from spoofed port scans, and DNS fast-flux, and TCP sequence prediction. It also briefly covers generating packets to match IDS signatures.

Chapter 5, "Wireless Mayhem with Python", reviews mining WiFi traffic for personal information like payment cards and authentication credentials, analyzing 802.11 probes and beacons, intercepting and hijacking UAV command traffic, detecting Firesheep use, and manipulate Bluetooth networks.

Chapter 6, "Web Recon with Python", explains the Mechanize and BeautifulSoup libraries as well as using the Google and Twitter APIs, plus a small section on spear phishing.

Chapter 7, "Antivirus Evasion with Python", covers how to use Pyinstaller to obfuscate a Metasploit payload from antivirus as well as how to check your code automatically against AV scanners.
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Not what I thought it was, but a cool tool kit for mixing
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This Amprobe ACD-14 Plus is an excellent addition to the DIY'ers toolkit.  With a simple open of the top jaw, you can easily figure out how much current is flowing through a conductor.  The unit is small with a tight clamp which can fit into most of the smallest space where wires might be hiding.  It also features a voltage meter and temperature probes.  The device itself comes with a zippered carrying case, a high quality set of probe leads with very flexible cables, and a temperature probe as well.

I tested all of the functions, and it seems to work quite well, but I was a bit disappointed in the display.  Even sitting at my desk testing the unit, I found the non-backlit black 7-segment LCD display to be lacking in contrast and hard to read.  Now, in the most likely usage (inside the wall or ceiling), this display will be near impossible to read without a flashlight as well.  I would have preferred larger digits with a backlight, similar to what is found on some of the knock-off DMM's you can buy now for far less.

Overall, it's a nice little meter and I'd rather get from a name-brand when measuring high voltage or current, so I'll stick with the Amprobe for the sake of safety.  However, be aware the display is a bit hard to read.
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<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Strongrr-New-Premium-Multipurpose-38-Piece-Precision-Tools-Kit-for-Laptop-Computer-PC-Electronics-Disassembly-Repair-Tool-Set/dp/B01E0J19OW/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Strongrr New Premium Multipurpose 38-Piece Precision Tools Kit for Laptop Computer PC Electronics Disassembly Repair Tool Set</a>

Most of us who buy amateur tools expect some compromise in quality.  There is one for this set, but it's not what you'd expect, and rather insignificant.  For under $15 this set provides every tool you need for the disassembly and repair of most electronic equipment.

Here's the surprise:  The tools have that quality feel.  You know what I mean.  The lash on the quick-turn screwdriver handles is tight.  The bits fit into the fasteners precisely.

The case hefts with a satisfying authority.  Clearly the tools inside have some mass.  After some fiddling, it's apparent the right hand case cover is magnetic.  It flips open with a satisfying, dull, thud-like feel.  When you open the case, one annoying thing is the Reverse PH2 bit consistently comes out (pic below).  No matter, this is by far the least useful bit in the bunch.  The case folds open in a precise manner, further inviting inspection.

The bit index pops open in a quick yet not-bit-throwing manner with a provided 'OPEN' tab (pic below).  Yet more evidence of the thoughtful construction.  The people who built and manufactured this (I don't care where), use tools.

As others have noted, the guitar pick wedges (pic below) are too coarse for case-opening work.  I suggest keeping a good crisp guitar pick on hand.  However, the suction cup with provided release tang holds a superb vacuum.

Adorably, each fixed-bit driver on the left is labelled 'TOOLS' (pic below).  Thank you STRONGRR, for informing us.

These are indeed tools, and good ones.  The fixed Phillips driver is actually *too small* for the Acer laptop I needed to repair.  Thankfully, a nice selection of Phillips bits fits every possible manufactured screw.

This case solved my problem, and paid for itself already.  I'm happy to report that it is now a permanent member of a lifetime tool supply.  It's that good.  5 stars despite some insignificant flaws.
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This is a great EDC tool, but will not take the place of traditional tools. The flat screwdriver/box opener will also work on a #2 phillips head screw (you can use a corner which is a little awkward, but can function in a pinch). The hexagonal nut wrench is a nice touch even though the sizes are necessarily limited. The clip is handy for attaching to my key ring. All that being said, it will not take the place of the correct traditional tools which are far easier to use. However, having something on hand is often better than tools you cannot get to.

I really like the weight and the fact that it virtually disappears on my key ring. I also bought a Gerber Shard, which I also like, but am not sure how I can carry it since it has a couple of really sharp points.
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The designs in this book are simple, lo-tech, and surprisingly effective.  Being a good do-it-yourselfer helps, as does a good assortment of hand tools (which if you don't own, you will end up owning by the time you finish the book).  Some of the designs are open to improvement, and adaptation to other circumstances.  Additionally, they can be adapted to what supplies you have available.  It makes for interesting trips to hardware stores.

Remember safety first.  Start with wide tolerances, which reduce effectiveness but increase safety.  As your skills become more precise, reduce the tolerances.  Oh, and of course, don't do any of it, because it is illegal.
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All gadget guys love multitools.  I gave them to my team at work as just a little appreciation of them being good code geeks at the holidays.  It's a nice little stocking stuffer type of item.
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I am an engineer and I wanted a multitool that would work in my environment. Leatherman and Gerber are great, and I own a few, but in my workplace I don't need a dozen files and picks and openers. A Cresent wrench and a couple screwdrivers are invaluable. Spiderco discontinued the Spiderench, unfortunately and they go for a fortune on eBay. I tried the Crkt Guppie and it was a disappointment (see my review). This is a reasonably comparable option, as far as features go. Yeah, it's Chinese. Materials are decent, but not awesome and fitment is acceptable but nothing to brag about. You can turn small bolts with it though, which is more than you can do with a plier tool at 5 times the price with 10 tools you don't need. The  ergonomics on the screwdrivers isn't great but you can get good leverage, which can be great. The socket adapter is gimmicky but if you have a few standard fittings that you work on, it can be very handy. This thing has already saved me a couple trips back to the tool board in the shop per week, which makes it worth every penny to me.