Ethical Hacking and Network Security

Description

The Ethical Hacking and Security course for intermediate learners is designed to deepen understanding of cybersecurity threats and defensive strategies. Building on basic knowledge, this course explores penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, network security, and exploit development.

This course is ideal for IT professionals, system administrators, or aspiring security specialists who already have foundational cybersecurity knowledge. It focuses on practical skills, including securing networks, identifying malware, and defending against social engineering and web-based attacks. By the end of the course, participants will have the skills to think like a hacker, act as a defender, and contribute to securing digital environments in both corporate and freelance roles.

Level

Intermediate
Last Updated

06/03/2025
Certificate

Certificate of completion

Demo Lecture

Course Curriculum

COURSE INSTRUCTION

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Module 1 – Introduction to Ethical Hacking
Understanding Ethical Hacking and its Importance
Differentiating Ethical Hacking from Malicious Hacking
Legal and Ethical Considerations
Overview of Common Cybersecurity Threats and Attack Vectors
Introduction to Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment
Installing Linux, Linux Basics & File Permissions
Bonus – Practical Use
Module 2 – Networking Fundamentals
Basics of Computer Networks
TCP/IP Fundamentals
OSI Model and its Layers
Understanding Network Protocols (e.g., HTTP, FTP, DNS)
Network Scanning Techniques and Tools
Bonus – Practical Use
Module 3 – Information Gathering and Foot Printing
Understanding Information Gathering Techniques
Passive and Active Information Gathering
Whois Lookup, DNS Enumeration, and Google Hacking
Social Engineering Fundamentals
Using Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Tools
Bonus – Practical Use
Module 4 – System Hacking
Understanding System Architecture
Exploiting System Vulnerabilities
Password Cracking Techniques and Tools
Privilege Escalation
Malware Fundamentals and Countermeasures
Bonus – Practical Use
Module 5 – Web Application Security
Understanding Web Application Architecture
Common Web Application Vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL Injection, Cross-Site Scripting)
Web Application Scanning and Enumeration
OWASP Top 10
Web Application Penetration Testing Methodologies and Tools
Bonus – Practical Use
Module 6 – Wireless Network Security
Wireless Networking Fundamentals
Wireless Security Protocols (e.g., WEP, WPA, WPA2)
Wireless Hacking Techniques (e.g., Packet Sniffing, De authentication Attacks)

PROJECT

MOCK INTERVIEW QNA

PROJECT SUBMISSION (OPTIONAL)

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Level

Intermediate
Last Updated

06/03/2025
Certificate

Certificate of completion

Demo Lecture

Course Instructor

Tarumani Raghu

Course Central

Ethical Hacking and Network Security

Description

Demo Lecture

Course Curriculum

COURSE INSTRUCTION

Read Before You Start

Lets Get Started

Module 1 – Introduction to Ethical Hacking

Understanding Ethical Hacking and its Importance

Differentiating Ethical Hacking from Malicious Hacking

Legal and Ethical Considerations

Overview of Common Cybersecurity Threats and Attack Vectors

Introduction to Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment

Installing Linux, Linux Basics & File Permissions

Bonus – Practical Use

Module 2 – Networking Fundamentals

Basics of Computer Networks

TCP/IP Fundamentals

OSI Model and its Layers

Understanding Network Protocols (e.g., HTTP, FTP, DNS)

Network Scanning Techniques and Tools

Bonus – Practical Use

Module 3 – Information Gathering and Foot Printing

Understanding Information Gathering Techniques

Passive and Active Information Gathering

Whois Lookup, DNS Enumeration, and Google Hacking

Social Engineering Fundamentals

Using Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Tools

Bonus – Practical Use

Module 4 – System Hacking

Understanding System Architecture

Exploiting System Vulnerabilities

Password Cracking Techniques and Tools

Privilege Escalation

Malware Fundamentals and Countermeasures

Bonus – Practical Use

Module 5 – Web Application Security

Understanding Web Application Architecture

Common Web Application Vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL Injection, Cross-Site Scripting)

Web Application Scanning and Enumeration

OWASP Top 10

Web Application Penetration Testing Methodologies and Tools

Bonus – Practical Use

Module 6 – Wireless Network Security

Wireless Networking Fundamentals

Wireless Security Protocols (e.g., WEP, WPA, WPA2)

Wireless Hacking Techniques (e.g., Packet Sniffing, De authentication Attacks)

PROJECT

Project – Badstore v1

MOCK INTERVIEW QNA

Ethical Mock Interview Questions and Answers

PROJECT SUBMISSION (OPTIONAL)

Project Submission

Certificate you will get

Demo Lecture

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