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Intermediate level
A basic understanding of networking concepts. Familiarity with network protocols and traffic flow (e.g. HTTP, TCP, UDP, etc.).
Recommended experience
Intermediate level
A basic understanding of networking concepts. Familiarity with network protocols and traffic flow (e.g. HTTP, TCP, UDP, etc.).
Understand Wireshark's interface and packet-capturing capabilities for real-time traffic monitoring.
Analyze network traffic to identify suspicious patterns and anomalies.
Apply basic networking security principles to enhance network defense strategies.
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February 2025
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Enhance your network security skills using Wireshark to detect and analyze network anomalies. In this intermediate guided project, you’ll explore Wireshark's powerful packet-capturing features to identify suspicious activities and potential cyber threats.
In practice, you will learn to capture traffic, save it, and filter out a specific flow based on specific criteria. Gain hands-on experience with real-time traffic analysis, anomaly detection techniques, and basic networking security principles. This project is ideal for network engineers and cybersecurity professionals aiming to bolster their network defense capabilities. The recommended background for this project is a basic understanding of networking concepts, and familiarity with network protocols and traffic flow (e.g. HTTP, TCP, UDP, etc.). By the end, you’ll be proficient in identifying unusual patterns and enhancing your organization’s security posture.
In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Task 1 - Explore Wireshark’s interface and key features
Task 2 - Capture and save live traffic
Task 3 - Filter Captured Data
Practice Activity
Task 4 - Analyze Traffic for Security Threats
Task 5 - Practical Analysis of a TCP SYN Flood Attack
Cumulative Activity
A basic understanding of networking concepts. Familiarity with network protocols and traffic flow (e.g. HTTP, TCP, UDP, etc.).
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