Lab Environments
OverTheWire Wargames
SSH-based wargames teaching Linux, security, and exploitation basics.
Authorized testing only. Practice on systems you own, isolated labs, or targets with written permission. Unauthorized access is illegal.
When
Learning Linux command line and security thinking from zero.
How
SSH to bandit; solve levels; read man pages.
Why
Forces real CLI skills — foundational for all pentesting.
Commands & usage
ssh bandit.labs.overthewire.org -p 2220
Commands are educational examples. Adapt hosts, paths, and rates to your authorized scope.
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