PWNMI
Ethical Hacking Education

Learn to hack — the legal way.

Straightforward roadmaps, hands-on tool walkthroughs, and CTF lab write-ups for people who want real offensive security skills, not just theory. No gatekeeping, no fluff.

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Where to start

Four pillars. Pick the one that matches what you're trying to do right now.

Roadmaps

Structured learning paths

Zero to your first cert (OSCP, Security+, eJPT) — what to learn, in what order, and what to skip.

 Guides

Tool walkthroughs

Hands-on guides for the tools you'll actually use: Nmap, Burp Suite, Linux fundamentals, and more.

 Labs

CTF write-ups & CVE labs

TryHackMe and HackTheBox rooms, plus real CVEs you can reproduce in an isolated local lab — broken down by approach, not just the flag.

 Toolkit

Gear that earns its spot

Software and hardware picks for a working practitioner's kit. Field-tested, not just affiliate filler.

Latest write-ups

Toolkit

Best Wi-Fi Adapter for Wireless Pentesting

What to look for in a Wi-Fi adapter for wireless security testing — monitor mode, packet injection, and chipset compatibility.

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Best VPN for Security Practitioners

When a VPN actually matters for security research and remote testing work, and what to look for in one.

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Raspberry Pi for Home Labs and Security Projects

What a Raspberry Pi is actually useful for in a home lab or on authorized engagements, and what to look for when buying one.

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Best Password Manager for Security Practitioners

Why unique, generated credentials matter for lab accounts and client engagements, and what to look for in a password manager.

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Best VPS Hosting for Labs and Personal Projects

What to look for in cheap, disposable VPS hosting for home labs, C2 framework practice, and personal projects.

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Best Hardware Security Keys (YubiKey and Alternatives)

Why phishing-resistant 2FA matters more for security practitioners than most people, and what to look for in a hardware key.

⚠️ Use This Responsibly

Everything on PWNMI is for education and for use on systems you own or are explicitly authorized to test — home labs, CTFs, and bug bounty programs in scope. Accessing systems without authorization is illegal. PWNMI does not support or condone using these skills against systems you don't have permission to test.