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This course is part of Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v.12 Specialization
Instructor: Packt - Course Instructors
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Intermediate level
Cybersecurity or IT professionals with a foundational understanding of networking and security concepts.
Recommended experience
Intermediate level
Cybersecurity or IT professionals with a foundational understanding of networking and security concepts.
Master techniques for session hijacking, network-level attacks, and application vulnerabilities.
Implement web application defenses against OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities.
Explore SQL injection, wireless hacking, and cryptographic attack methodologies.
Defend mobile platforms, IoT systems, and cloud environments with effective countermeasures.
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Unlock the intricacies of advanced network attacks, web hacking, and cryptography in this comprehensive course designed for cybersecurity enthusiasts and professionals. You’ll gain expertise in identifying and mitigating session hijacking, evading firewalls and IDS, and exploiting web vulnerabilities, ensuring a holistic understanding of modern attack surfaces.
The course begins by delving into network and perimeter hacking techniques, exploring methods to bypass security systems, and demonstrating countermeasures. Progressing further, you’ll navigate web application hacking strategies, covering web servers, common vulnerabilities, and ethical hacking methodologies, including the OWASP Top 10. Dive deep into SQL injection techniques and wireless network exploitation, mastering tools, methods, and defenses for each. Explore cutting-edge topics like mobile platform vulnerabilities, IoT device exploitation, and operational technology security. The course concludes with an extensive study of cryptography, from foundational concepts to practical tools and cryptanalysis, preparing you to implement robust encryption strategies and mitigate cryptographic attacks effectively. Ideal for cybersecurity professionals, ethical hackers, and IT specialists, this course requires a foundational knowledge of networking and basic cybersecurity concepts. It is best suited for intermediate-level learners aiming to advance their skills in offensive and defensive security strategies.
In this module, we will delve into session hijacking, a critical technique used to intercept trusted communications between systems. You will explore both network-level and application-level attacks, examining how attackers exploit vulnerabilities to hijack sessions. The module concludes with a focus on countermeasures, offering strategies to secure sessions and protect against these threats.
4 videos2 readings1 assignment
In this module, we will uncover the techniques attackers use to evade critical security mechanisms like firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS). You’ll also explore the concept of honeypots, learning how they can be used to detect, analyze, and counteract attacks. This module equips you with both offensive and defensive perspectives for navigating modern network defenses.
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In this module, we will focus on understanding and exploiting vulnerabilities in web servers. You will learn about common attack methods and how to follow a systematic hacking methodology to identify and exploit weaknesses. Additionally, the module emphasizes strategies for securing web servers against such attacks.
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In this module, we will delve into the intricate workings of web applications, emphasizing their vulnerabilities and risks. You’ll explore common attack types, including Cross-Site Scripting, CSRF, and IDOR, while also learning to exploit Local and Remote File Inclusion vulnerabilities. This module combines theory and practical methodologies to enhance your ethical hacking skillset.
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In this module, we will explore the devastating potential of SQL Injection attacks, a critical web application vulnerability. You’ll learn how to execute and automate these attacks using tools like SQLMap, and understand how to exploit SQL Injection to access databases, filesystems, and even shells. The module concludes with best practices for securing systems against these attacks.
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In this module, we will uncover the unique vulnerabilities of wireless networks and demonstrate how attackers exploit them. You will explore tools and techniques for hacking Wi-Fi systems and learn about effective countermeasures to secure wireless communication. By understanding both offensive and defensive perspectives, you’ll enhance your expertise in wireless network security.
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In this module, we will explore the vulnerabilities and risks unique to mobile platforms. You will learn to assess and exploit weaknesses in Android and iOS devices while understanding how to secure these systems using MDM. This module prepares you to address the growing security challenges in mobile environments.
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In this module, we will examine the growing landscape of IoT and OT devices, focusing on their vulnerabilities and security challenges. You will gain hands-on experience with tools and techniques for targeting IoT/OT systems and learn to deploy effective countermeasures. This module bridges the gap between traditional IT security and emerging technology threats.
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In this module, we will explore the fundamentals of cloud computing and its unique security considerations. You’ll learn to identify vulnerabilities in cloud services and containerized environments, understand common hacking tools, and implement security controls to safeguard cloud infrastructures. This module prepares you to navigate the challenges of securing modern cloud environments.
4 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will delve into the foundational concepts of cryptography, from encryption techniques to cryptanalysis methods. You’ll explore tools and best practices for deploying robust cryptographic defenses and learn how to analyze and secure systems against crypto-attacks. This comprehensive overview equips you with the skills to strengthen data protection measures.
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Packt helps tech professionals put software to work by distilling and sharing the working knowledge of their peers. Packt is an established global technical learning content provider, founded in Birmingham, UK, with over twenty years of experience delivering premium, rich content from groundbreaking authors on a wide range of emerging and popular technologies.
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