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Master Ethical Hacking: From Setup to Advanced. Unlock the secrets of ethical hacking with our comprehensive bootcamp. From setting up your pentesting lab to advanced exploitation techniques, this course covers it all. Perfect for beginners and those looking to advance their skills in cybersecurity.
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Ideal for aspiring ethical hackers and IT pros. Beginners can start with basics; advanced sections challenge experienced users.
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Beginner level
Ideal for aspiring ethical hackers and IT pros. Beginners can start with basics; advanced sections challenge experienced users.
Perform information gathering, port scanning, and web application testing using industry-standard tools.
Assess vulnerabilities in systems and networks through practical exercises.
Critically evaluate the effectiveness of different hacking techniques and tools.
Develop custom tools like backdoors, keyloggers, and brute force attackers for ethical hacking purposes.
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Embark on a transformative journey in ethical hacking. This course begins with the fundamentals of penetration testing, where you'll set up a robust pentesting lab using VirtualBox and Kali Linux. As you progress, you'll delve into Linux essentials, networking tools, and terminology critical for effective hacking. The hands-on approach ensures you understand the theory and apply it in real-world scenarios.
Intermediate sections cover passive and active information gathering, where you'll master tools like Nmap and techniques such as Google hacking and DNS zone transfers. You'll also explore web application penetration testing with a focus on OWASP tools, BurpSuite, and various injection attacks. Each module builds your skills progressively, preparing you for complex challenges.
In advanced stages, you'll tackle wireless penetration testing, system hacking, and exploitation using Metasploit. The course includes specialized modules on MITM attacks, Python basics, and developing tools like backdoors, keyloggers, and brute force attackers. By the end, you'll have a comprehensive skill set ready to tackle any cybersecurity challenge.
This course is designed for aspiring ethical hackers, cybersecurity professionals, and IT enthusiasts. A basic understanding of computer networks and operating systems is recommended but not required. Beginners can start with the foundational modules, while more experienced individuals will find the advanced sections challenging and enriching.
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Learners will engage in hands-on projects such as setting up a pentesting lab, performing web application penetration testing, and developing backdoors and keyloggers. These projects enable them to apply their skills to real-world scenarios, solving authentic cybersecurity problems.
Explain the purpose and usage of basic and advanced Linux commands.
Utilize networking terminology and tools in practical scenarios.
Examine techniques for passive information gathering using various tools.
Develop a basic ethical hacking plan incorporating the learned concepts.
Install and configure Metasploitable and other essential tools.
Analyze network structures through advanced mapping and vulnerability scanning.
Apply various attack methods to perform web application penetration tests.
Evaluate wireless network security by conducting exploitation and password cracking.
Comprehend and apply Python scripts for hacking purposes.
Develop and implement advanced backdoors with persistence and command execution.
Design and integrate keyloggers with backdoors.
Construct brute force attackers and evaluate methods to bypass security measures.
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This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
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Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.
This Specialization doesn't carry university credit, but some universities may choose to accept Specialization Certificates for credit. Check with your institution to learn more.
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