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Ethical Hacking Fundamentals

This course provides tools and methodology for conducting a security assessment through a comprehensive coverage of associated topics. Starting from the basics of cybersecurity, participants will learn key concepts through theoretical discussions and practical exercises drawn from real-life.

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Course overview

The primary objective of this course is to equip participants with the necessary theoretical and technical foundations for an Ethical Hacker. Beginning with the basics of cybersecurity, the training will guide learners through the network security and application security (web and mobile), ensuring an understanding of the associated topics. Participants will engage in practical exercises drawn from real-life scenarios, allowing them to apply the learned concepts in a hands-on manner. This course is aimed at auditors and security specialists.

Requirements

  • Basic knowledge of networks, web applications, and mobile applications is recommended.

Course content

  • Introduction to Cybersecurity:

    • The C.I.A. paradigm (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)

    • Basic definitions and Terminology

    • Ethical Hacking

    • Professional roles and specializations

    • Risk Management

    • Major International Standards


  • Network Security:

    • Fundamentals of Networks

    • Vulnerability Assessment vs Penetration test

    • Major Tools and Resources (Nmap, Nessus)

    • Simulation of an Assessment

    • Wireless Networks Security


  • Application Security:

    • Fundamentals of web applications

    • Major vulnerabilities affecting Web Applications

    • Web Application Penetration Test and Secure Code Review

    • Major Tools and Resources (Burp Suite)

    • Simulation of a Web Application Penetration Test

    • Fundamentals of Mobile Operating Systems and Applications

    • Major Vulnerabilities affecting Mobile Applications

    • Major Tools and Resources


  • Managing a Security Assessment:

    • Engagement and Indemnity

    • Definition of the Perimeter

    • Reporting (drafting and analysis)


Your instructor

  • TBD Senior Instructor

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