Introduction to Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking

🎓 Easy Ethical Hacking for Beginners: Hands-on Demos with Downloadable Lab Manuals and Study Guides

Course Instructor: Rick Crisci

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Course Overview:

Are you new to Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking? Feeling overwhelmed by the technical jargon in other training resources? If so, this course is your gateway to understanding the fundamentals of ethical hacking without getting lost in overly complex explanations. 🛡️

Course Goals:

This course aims to demystify the world of cybersecurity by answering key questions and providing practical, hands-on guidance. It's designed to help you:

• Understand what ethical hacking is and why it's crucial for maintaining the integrity of systems.
• Learn how to begin your ethical hacking journey without stepping on the wrong side of the law.
• Examine the CIA Triad and its importance in cybersecurity.
• Identify common cybersecurity threats and their potential impact on systems.
• Get familiar with the main phases of a penetration test and their objectives.
• Learn the foundational terms and definitions you'll encounter as a beginner hacker.
• Set up your own hacking lab using AWS and Kali Linux for real-world learning.
• Use tools in Kali Linux to conduct footprinting, vulnerability assessments, and other key operations.
• Execute a Brute Force password attack using Kali Linux and understand how it can be used ethically.

What You'll Learn:

In this course, you'll dive into the critical skills and strategies necessary for effective penetration testing. With clear guidance, practical demonstrations, and hands-on exercises, you'll:

✅ Understand Ethical Hacking: Learn what ethical hacking is, why it matters, and how it can help improve your organization's security posture.

✅ Get Started Safely: Discover how to legally engage in ethical hacking practices and protect your own data and privacy.

✅ Master the CIA Triad: Explore confidentiality, integrity, and availability from a cybersecurity perspective and understand how they form the basis of system protection.

✅ Identify Cyber Threats: Recognize common threats like malware, phishing, and social engineering and learn the potential damage they can cause.

✅ Conduct Penetration Tests: Walk through each phase of a penetration test, from reconnaissance to post-exploitation, with actionable steps and real-world examples.

✅ Learn Essential Terminology: Get familiar with key terms and definitions that will be your stepping stones to understanding more advanced concepts.

✅ Set Up Your Own Lab: Learn how to set up a lab environment using AWS and Kali Linux, allowing you to practice your skills safely and effectively.

✅ Use Kali Linux Tools: Gain proficiency with tools for footprinting, vulnerability scanning, and password attacks in a secure, controlled environment.

Join the Community of Cybersecurity Professionals!

Whether you're a security enthusiast, an IT professional seeking to understand vulnerabilities from a hacker's perspective, or someone eyeing a cybersecurity certification, this course lays the foundation for your journey into the world of cybersecurity. 🌐⚔️

• Hundreds of Thousands of Students Taught: Rick Crisci has helped a vast audience gain vital tech skills and understands what it takes to simplify complex topics.

• Engaging Lectures: Short, focused lectures around 5-15 minutes each ensure you can learn at your own pace without getting bogged down in details.

• Hands-On Experience: With practical demonstrations, you'll gain confidence and expertise in conducting ethical hacking operations responsibly.

Enroll today to kickstart your exciting journey into the world of cybersecurity and join the ranks of professionals who are pioneering this critical field! 🚀💻

Sign up now and transform your interest in cybersecurity into actionable knowledge with Rick Crisci's Introduction to Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking course!