Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing

Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing: Securing Systems Through Offensive Security

Welcome to the “Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing” course, where we explore the art and science of ethical hacking as a proactive approach to securing systems. In an era marked by evolving cyber threats, ethical hacking and penetration testing play a crucial role in identifying and remedying vulnerabilities before malicious actors can exploit them. This course is designed to equip cybersecurity professionals, ethical hackers, and IT practitioners with the knowledge and practical skills needed to conduct ethical hacking engagements and penetration tests.

Course Overview:

Introduction to Ethical Hacking:
- Explore the ethical hacking mindset and the role of ethical hackers in cybersecurity.
- Understand the importance of ethical hacking as a proactive defense strategy.
Legal and Ethical Considerations:
- Delve into the legal and ethical aspects of ethical hacking.
- Understand the importance of obtaining proper authorization and conducting tests within legal boundaries.
Information Gathering and Reconnaissance:
- Learn techniques for gathering information and conducting reconnaissance.
- Understand how open-source intelligence (OSINT) contributes to ethical hacking.
Scanning and Enumeration:
- Explore methods for scanning and enumerating systems.
- Understand how to identify open ports, services, and potential vulnerabilities.
Vulnerability Assessment:
- Delve into the process of conducting vulnerability assessments.
- Understand the tools and methodologies for identifying and prioritizing vulnerabilities.
Exploitation and Post-Exploitation:
- Learn ethical hacking techniques for exploiting vulnerabilities.
- Understand the concept of post-exploitation and maintaining access for analysis.
Web Application Security Testing:
- Explore methodologies for conducting security assessments on web applications.
- Learn how to identify common web application vulnerabilities and weaknesses.
Wireless Network Security Testing:
- Delve into the security assessment of wireless networks.
- Understand how to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in wireless environments.
Social Engineering and Physical Security Testing:
- Explore the art of social engineering and its role in ethical hacking.
- Understand how physical security assessments complement technical evaluations.
Penetration Testing Reporting and Remediation:
- Learn how to generate comprehensive reports based on penetration test findings.
- Understand the process of communicating vulnerabilities to stakeholders and providing recommendations for remediation.

Who Should Take This Course:

Cybersecurity Professionals and Analysts
Ethical Hackers and Penetration Testers
IT Managers and Decision-Makers
System Administrators and Network Engineers

Conclusion:

The “Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing” course is your guide to securing systems through offensive security practices. Whether you’re a seasoned ethical hacker, a cybersecurity professional, or an IT manager, this course provides the knowledge and hands-on exercises needed to conduct ethical hacking engagements and penetration tests effectively. Join us in fortifying digital landscapes against potential threats. Welcome to the forefront of ethical hacking and penetration testing excellence!

Course Information

Categories: Cybersecurity

Course Instructor

lemborco Author

Introduction to Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing

EHPT – Definition and Purpose of Ethical Hacking

EHPT – Distinction Between Ethical Hacking and Malicious Hacking

EHPT – Importance of Penetration Testing

EHPT – Key Concepts White Hat vs. Black Hat Hackers

EHPT – Legal and Ethical Considerations in Ethical Hacking

EHPT – Role of Ethical Hacking in Cybersecurity

Fundamentals of Networking and Systems

EHPT – Networking Basics

EHPT – Operating System Fundamentals

EHPT – Understanding TCP/IP

EHPT – Common Network Protocols

EHPT – Services and Ports

EHPT – Virtualization and Cloud Basics

Information Gathering and Reconnaissance

EHPT – Passive vs. Active Reconnaissance

EHPT – DNS Enumeration

EHPT – WHOIS Lookup

EHPT – Network Scanning Techniques

EHPT – Social Engineering for Information Gathering

EHPT – Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Techniques

Scanning and Enumeration

EHPT – Port Scanning

EHPT – Service Version Detection

EHPT – Banner Grabbing

EHPT – Network Enumeration

EHPT – SNMP Enumeration

EHPT – SMB Enumeration

Vulnerability Assessment

EHPT – Vulnerability Scanning Tools

EHPT – Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE)

EHPT – CVSS Scoring

EHPT – Web Application Vulnerability Assessment

EHPT – Mobile Application Vulnerability Assessment

EHPT – Database Vulnerability Assessment

Exploitation and Post-Exploitation

EHPT – Exploitation Techniques

EHPT – Exploitation Frameworks (Metasploit)

EHPT – Privilege Escalation

EHPT – Persistence on a System

EHPT – Post-Exploitation Techniques

EHPT – Ethical Hacking Best Practices

Web Application Penetration Testing

EHPT – OWASP Top Ten

EHPT – Web Application Architecture

EHPT – Web Application Testing Tools

EHPT – Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)

EHPT – SQL Injection

EHPT – Security Headers and Best Practices

Wireless Network Penetration Testing

EHPT – Wireless Security Protocols

EHPT – Wi-Fi Security Risks

EHPT – Wireless Penetration Testing Tools

EHPT – Man-in-the-Middle Attacks

EHPT – WPA/WPA2 Cracking

EHPT – Best Practices for Securing Wireless Networks

Mobile Application Penetration Testing

EHPT – Mobile Application Security Challenges

EHPT – Mobile Application Testing Tools

EHPT – Reverse Engineering Mobile Apps

EHPT – API Security Testing for Mobile Apps

EHPT – Jailbreaking and Rooting

EHPT – Secure Coding for Mobile Apps

Network Penetration Testing

EHPT – External Network Penetration Testing

EHPT – Internal Network Penetration Testing

EHPT – Remote Access Testing

EHPT – VPN Security Assessment

EHPT – VoIP Penetration Testing

EHPT – Network Segmentation Testing

Social Engineering

EHPT – Types of Social Engineering Attacks

EHPT – Phishing and Spear Phishing

EHPT – Social Engineering in Physical Access

EHPT – Pretexting

EHPT – Social Engineering Prevention Techniques

EHPT – Social Engineering Toolkit (SET)

Wireless Security Penetration Testing

EHPT – Wi-Fi Security Protocols

EHPT – Wireless Security Best Practices

EHPT – Wireless Penetration Testing Tools

EHPT – Rogue Access Point Detection

EHPT – Man-in-the-Middle Attacks

EHPT – Wi-Fi Pineapple and Other Attack Platforms

Physical Security Penetration Testing

EHPT – Importance of Physical Security

EHPT – Physical Security Assessment

EHPT – Social Engineering in Physical Access

EHPT – Tailgating and Piggybacking

EHPT – Lock Picking and Bypassing

EHPT – Physical Security Best Practices

Reporting and Documentation

EHPT – Importance of Comprehensive Reporting

EHPT – Executive Summary

EHPT – Technical Findings and Exploits

EHPT – Risk Assessment and Mitigation Recommendations

EHPT – Client Communication and Education

EHPT – Legal and Ethical Considerations in Reporting

Legal and Ethical Considerations

EHPT – Laws and Regulations Related to Ethical Hacking

EHPT – Consent and Authorization

EHPT – Reporting Incidents to Authorities

EHPT – Handling of Sensitive Information

EHPT – Professional Codes of Conduct

EHPT – Continuous Learning and Professional Development in Ethical Hacking