E-books & field guides
GuidesIn-depth PDF guides and playbooks for Linux security, ethical hacking, SOC operations, compliance, cloud security, and DevSecOps.
- Linux hardening playbook
- SOC analyst starter kit
- Compliance evidence guide
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Templates & documents
DocumentsAudit-ready documents: policies, incident playbooks, risk registers, SOC workflows, and GRC deliverables in professional formats.
- SOC 2 evidence checklist
- Incident response playbook
- Access review template
Checklists
ActionStep-by-step security checklists for hardening, investigations, compliance audits, and daily operations — ready to print or adapt.
- Linux server hardening
- SOC 2 readiness
- Post-incident review
Scripts & automation
CodeReady-to-use Python, Bash, and PowerShell scripts for security operations, log parsing, cloud tasks, and lab workflows.
- Log enrichment
- SSH audit helper
- Compliance scan wrapper
Cheat sheets & quick reference
ReferenceCommand shortcuts, tool references, and practitioner notes for fast lookups during labs, incidents, and exams.
- Nmap quick reference
- SIEM field mapping
- JWT structure primer
Evidence & audit kits
GRCStructured formats for collecting, tracking, and presenting technical and operational evidence for audits and assessments.
- Backup evidence log
- Control mapping sheet
- Monitoring proof tracker
Guides & articles
KnowledgePractical articles, explainers, troubleshooting notes, and compliance walkthroughs connected to labs and tools.
- OWASP Top 10 explained
- auditd monitoring
- CIS benchmark walkthrough
Glossary & definitions
IndexClear definitions for security terms, acronyms, and concepts — linked to tutorials, tools, and labs on PentesterWorld.
- Zero trust
- MITRE ATT&CK
- SOC triage
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