This is my write-up for overthewire.org bandit wargames.

About OverTheWire.Org Bandit Wargames

This game was designed in a ctf (capture the flag) format to help you learn the basics of linux and do so while having fun. Completing this wargame will also prepare for advanced levels of wargames. There are a total of 34 levels in bandit as of date. More maybe added in the future. Start from level 0. To move to the next higher level, find the key/flag (information/file/password) you get from the solving the current level.

Structure of the Walkthrough

Each level is broken in to 3 sections. The Level Goal, How to Complete and Lesson Learnt.

The Level Goal section sets the objective of the level.

The How to Complete provides detailed walkthrough to achieve the goal.

The Lesson Learnt section provides reference to commands used to solve the level and will enable further learning.

Recommendation:

Try to solve the level on your own. It is the only true way to learn. Use the lesson learnt section for each level to understand the command that would be useful to complete that level. If you are still stuck, go through the walk-through for the level.

Do note that there are many alternative means to achieve the objective. This walk-through details how I did it.

Enjoy learning!!