Mastering Offensive Security: A Hands-on Guide to Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
Course Overview This comprehensive course is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the field of offensive security, including ethical hacking and penetration testing. Through a combination of theoretical foundations, hands-on exercises, and real-world applications, students will gain a deep understanding of the latest threats, vulnerabilities, and countermeasures.
Course Objectives - Understand the fundamentals of computer systems, networks, and cybersecurity
- Learn the principles and techniques of ethical hacking and penetration testing
- Develop skills in vulnerability assessment, exploitation, and mitigation
- Understand the importance of threat intelligence, incident response, and security analytics
- Apply knowledge through hands-on exercises, case studies, and real-world projects
- Prepare for a career in cybersecurity, including certifications and professional development
Course Outline Module 1: Introduction to Offensive Security
- Defining offensive security and its role in cybersecurity
- Understanding the threat landscape and adversary models
- Overview of ethical hacking and penetration testing
- Key concepts and terminology
Module 2: Computer Systems and Networks
- Computer architecture and operating systems
- Network fundamentals: protocols, devices, and architectures
- Understanding network security: firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection
- Cloud computing and virtualization
Module 3: Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- Security models and frameworks: CIA, NIST, and ISO 27001
- Risk management and vulnerability assessment
- Security controls: authentication, authorization, and access control
- Cryptography: encryption, decryption, and hashing
Module 4: Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
- Principles and techniques of ethical hacking
- Penetration testing methodologies and frameworks
- Vulnerability scanning and exploitation
- Post-exploitation techniques: privilege escalation and persistence
Module 5: Vulnerability Assessment and Exploitation
- Vulnerability scanning and identification
- Exploitation techniques: buffer overflows, SQL injection, and cross-site scripting
- Exploit development: using tools like Metasploit and Burp Suite
- Vulnerability mitigation and remediation
Module 6: Web Application Security
- Web application architecture and security models
- Common web application vulnerabilities: OWASP Top 10
- Web application security testing: black box, white box, and gray box
- Secure coding practices: input validation, error handling, and secure authentication
Module 7: Network Security and Intrusion Detection
- Network security architecture: firewalls, intrusion detection, and prevention systems
- Network traffic analysis: packet capture and protocol analysis
- Intrusion detection systems: signature-based and anomaly-based
- Network security monitoring: using tools like Wireshark and Tcpdump
Module 8: Cryptography and Encryption
- Cryptography fundamentals: encryption, decryption, and hashing
- Types of encryption: symmetric, asymmetric, and hashing
- Key management: generation, distribution, and revocation
- Cryptanalysis: attacks on encryption algorithms
Module 9: Threat Intelligence and Incident Response
- Threat intelligence: collection, analysis, and dissemination
- Incident response: planning, detection, and response
- Security analytics: using data to drive security decisions
- Security orchestration: automating security workflows
Module 10: Security Governance and Compliance
- Security governance: frameworks, policies, and procedures
- Compliance: regulatory requirements and industry standards
- Risk management: identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks
- Security awareness: training and education
Course Features - Interactive and engaging: Hands-on exercises, case studies, and real-world projects
- Comprehensive: Covers the latest threats, vulnerabilities, and countermeasures
- Personalized: Tailored to meet the needs of each participant
- Up-to-date: Reflects the latest developments in the field of cybersecurity
- Practical: Focuses on real-world applications and hands-on experience
- High-quality content: Developed by expert instructors with extensive experience in cybersecurity
- Certification: Participants receive a certificate upon completion, issued by The Art of Service
- Flexible learning: Available online, with flexible scheduling to accommodate busy professionals
- User-friendly: Easy-to-use platform, with clear instructions and support
- Mobile-accessible: Accessible on a range of devices, including smartphones and tablets
- Community-driven: Participants can connect with each other and with instructors through online forums
- Actionable insights: Participants gain practical knowledge and skills that can be applied immediately
- Hands-on projects: Participants work on real-world projects to apply their knowledge and skills
- Bite-sized lessons: Course material is broken down into manageable chunks, making it easy to learn and retain
- Lifetime access: Participants have ongoing access to course materials and resources
- Gamification: Course includes interactive elements, such as quizzes and challenges, to make learning fun and engaging
- Progress tracking: Participants can track their progress and receive feedback on their performance
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- Understand the fundamentals of computer systems, networks, and cybersecurity
- Learn the principles and techniques of ethical hacking and penetration testing
- Develop skills in vulnerability assessment, exploitation, and mitigation
- Understand the importance of threat intelligence, incident response, and security analytics
- Apply knowledge through hands-on exercises, case studies, and real-world projects
- Prepare for a career in cybersecurity, including certifications and professional development
Course Outline Module 1: Introduction to Offensive Security
- Defining offensive security and its role in cybersecurity
- Understanding the threat landscape and adversary models
- Overview of ethical hacking and penetration testing
- Key concepts and terminology
Module 2: Computer Systems and Networks
- Computer architecture and operating systems
- Network fundamentals: protocols, devices, and architectures
- Understanding network security: firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection
- Cloud computing and virtualization
Module 3: Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- Security models and frameworks: CIA, NIST, and ISO 27001
- Risk management and vulnerability assessment
- Security controls: authentication, authorization, and access control
- Cryptography: encryption, decryption, and hashing
Module 4: Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
- Principles and techniques of ethical hacking
- Penetration testing methodologies and frameworks
- Vulnerability scanning and exploitation
- Post-exploitation techniques: privilege escalation and persistence
Module 5: Vulnerability Assessment and Exploitation
- Vulnerability scanning and identification
- Exploitation techniques: buffer overflows, SQL injection, and cross-site scripting
- Exploit development: using tools like Metasploit and Burp Suite
- Vulnerability mitigation and remediation
Module 6: Web Application Security
- Web application architecture and security models
- Common web application vulnerabilities: OWASP Top 10
- Web application security testing: black box, white box, and gray box
- Secure coding practices: input validation, error handling, and secure authentication
Module 7: Network Security and Intrusion Detection
- Network security architecture: firewalls, intrusion detection, and prevention systems
- Network traffic analysis: packet capture and protocol analysis
- Intrusion detection systems: signature-based and anomaly-based
- Network security monitoring: using tools like Wireshark and Tcpdump
Module 8: Cryptography and Encryption
- Cryptography fundamentals: encryption, decryption, and hashing
- Types of encryption: symmetric, asymmetric, and hashing
- Key management: generation, distribution, and revocation
- Cryptanalysis: attacks on encryption algorithms
Module 9: Threat Intelligence and Incident Response
- Threat intelligence: collection, analysis, and dissemination
- Incident response: planning, detection, and response
- Security analytics: using data to drive security decisions
- Security orchestration: automating security workflows
Module 10: Security Governance and Compliance
- Security governance: frameworks, policies, and procedures
- Compliance: regulatory requirements and industry standards
- Risk management: identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks
- Security awareness: training and education
Course Features - Interactive and engaging: Hands-on exercises, case studies, and real-world projects
- Comprehensive: Covers the latest threats, vulnerabilities, and countermeasures
- Personalized: Tailored to meet the needs of each participant
- Up-to-date: Reflects the latest developments in the field of cybersecurity
- Practical: Focuses on real-world applications and hands-on experience
- High-quality content: Developed by expert instructors with extensive experience in cybersecurity
- Certification: Participants receive a certificate upon completion, issued by The Art of Service
- Flexible learning: Available online, with flexible scheduling to accommodate busy professionals
- User-friendly: Easy-to-use platform, with clear instructions and support
- Mobile-accessible: Accessible on a range of devices, including smartphones and tablets
- Community-driven: Participants can connect with each other and with instructors through online forums
- Actionable insights: Participants gain practical knowledge and skills that can be applied immediately
- Hands-on projects: Participants work on real-world projects to apply their knowledge and skills
- Bite-sized lessons: Course material is broken down into manageable chunks, making it easy to learn and retain
- Lifetime access: Participants have ongoing access to course materials and resources
- Gamification: Course includes interactive elements, such as quizzes and challenges, to make learning fun and engaging
- Progress tracking: Participants can track their progress and receive feedback on their performance
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- Interactive and engaging: Hands-on exercises, case studies, and real-world projects
- Comprehensive: Covers the latest threats, vulnerabilities, and countermeasures
- Personalized: Tailored to meet the needs of each participant
- Up-to-date: Reflects the latest developments in the field of cybersecurity
- Practical: Focuses on real-world applications and hands-on experience
- High-quality content: Developed by expert instructors with extensive experience in cybersecurity
- Certification: Participants receive a certificate upon completion, issued by The Art of Service
- Flexible learning: Available online, with flexible scheduling to accommodate busy professionals
- User-friendly: Easy-to-use platform, with clear instructions and support
- Mobile-accessible: Accessible on a range of devices, including smartphones and tablets
- Community-driven: Participants can connect with each other and with instructors through online forums
- Actionable insights: Participants gain practical knowledge and skills that can be applied immediately
- Hands-on projects: Participants work on real-world projects to apply their knowledge and skills
- Bite-sized lessons: Course material is broken down into manageable chunks, making it easy to learn and retain
- Lifetime access: Participants have ongoing access to course materials and resources
- Gamification: Course includes interactive elements, such as quizzes and challenges, to make learning fun and engaging
- Progress tracking: Participants can track their progress and receive feedback on their performance