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.It is advisable that you complete the following (or equivalent) since they are prerequisites for Cybersecurity Lab (Offensive Tools).
Winter 2020 Schedule
Available Format(s):
Hybrid courses utilize a combination of in-person classroom meetings and online meetings.
A laptop is required.
Enrollment limited. Enrollment deadline: January 13, 2020. Internet access required. Materials required.
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