Haven't seen one of these threads in a while, but they're the best on Jow Forums. In /hmg/ we discuss pentesting, hardware hacking, exploits, and general being a hackerman.
- CTFs and competitive events belongs in /ctf/ -
Resources:
VMs
overthewire.org
>easy beginner bullshit
vulnhub.com
>prebroken images to work on.
hackthebox.eu
>super secret club
Tools:
kali.org
>meme dragon distro but it just werks
metasploit.com
>scriptkiddie starting point and swiss army knife
Tutorials/Guides:
abatchy.com
s3ctur.wordpress.com
>From zero to OSCP-hero rough outline, and how to infosec.
youtube.com
>IppSec, video guides for retired HTB VMs.
Certs:
eccouncil.org
>CEH, only looks good a resume to non-technical in HR
offensive-security.com
>OSCP, the big dick swinging exam, 24 hours to own 5 machines and a further 24 hours to write up a report detailing your methods.
*UNAFFILIATED TRASH - AS LULZEC TAUGHT US - TRUST NO ONE!*
Community:
IRC: #Jow Forumssec @ rizon.net
Discord: discord.gg
Matrix/Riot: riot.im
anonops.com