Cybersecurity Lab (Offensive Tools)
This course provides a hands-on application of common tools used during penetration assessments and of the specialized security tools available. Providing an opportunity to create a custom tool or extension to a known tool.
What you can learn.
- Describe cyber security and be aware of the current threat environment
- Identify and discuss current and past cyber threats
- Recognize and describe cyber compliance
About this course:
This course provides a hands-on application of common tools used during penetration assessments and of the specialized security tools available. It also provides an opportunity to create a custom tool or extension to a known tool. Begining with an overview of the offensive attack profile, the risks associated, and the strategy behind penetration testing, exercises build on top of each other and walk students through the offensive steps taken during a professional penetration test.Summer 2021 Schedule
Available Format(s):
Online
Course content is delivered through an online learning platform where you can engage with your instructor and classmates. There are no required live meetings, but assignments are due regularly.
Enrollment limited. Enrollment deadline: June 28, 2021. Internet access required. Materials required.
System Requirements:
- At least 16MB of RAM
- 100-200 GB Hard Drive
- Admin privileges and the unhindered ability to install software and modify the OS
Available Format(s):
Online
Course content is delivered through an online learning platform where you can engage with your instructor and classmates. There are no required live meetings, but assignments are due regularly.
Enrollment limited. Enrollment deadline: September 28, 2021. Internet access required. Materials required.
System Requirements:
- At least 16MB of RAM
- 100-200 GB Hard Drive
- Admin privileges and the unhindered ability to install software and modify the OS
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