What is Offensive Security?

Offensive Security is a cybersecurity company that provides training, certifications, and services focused on penetration testing and ethical hacking. They are best known for creating and maintaining Kali Linux, a popular Linux distribution for digital forensics and penetration testing. Offensive Security certifications, such as the OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional), are highly regarded in the information security industry, demonstrating practical skills in identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities. They teach methodologies and techniques used by both attackers and defenders to understand and mitigate security risks.