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Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Specialization

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Specialization

Prepare for the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification exam.. Master ethical hacking techniques and exam-focused skills to prepare for the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification exam and strengthen your knowledge of cybersecurity defense strategies.

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8 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete

at 5 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

Earn a Certificate

With paid plans

8 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete

at 5 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

Earn a Certificate

With paid plans

What you'll learn

Master reconnaissance techniques, including footprinting, scanning, and enumeration, to gather critical information about target systems.
Develop skills in system hacking, vulnerability analysis, and implementing countermeasures to protect against various cyber threats.
Understand and apply ethical hacking principles to enhance the security and integrity of digital infrastructures.

Skills you'll gain

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Specialization - 8 course series

This specialization is designed to equip you with the skills needed to protect and secure digital environments. Learn the fundamentals of information security and cybersecurity, and gain a deep understanding of ethical hacking principles, red teaming, and bug hunting. Through hands-on lessons, you'll develop a deep knowledge of reconnaissance techniques, network scanning, system hacking, and vulnerability analysis, all while learning to implement effective countermeasures against threats like session hijacking, social engineering, and denial of service attacks.

Applied Learning Project

Learners will complete hands-on projects that simulate real-world ethical hacking scenarios, applying penetration testing techniques and security assessment methods. These projects reinforce key CEH exam objectives and build practical skills for identifying and mitigating cybersecurity threats.

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 1

Course 11 hour

What you'll learn

Master the fundamentals of information security and cybersecurity.
Understand and apply ethical hacking methodologies.
Navigate security laws and standards with confidence.
Plan and scope penetration testing assessments effectively.

Skills you'll gain

Cybersecurity, Exploitation techniques, Data Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Security, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Assessment, Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF), Security Controls, and Penetration Testing

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 2

Course 24 hours

What you'll learn

Master footprinting methodologies and Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) techniques.
Conduct comprehensive network scanning to identify live hosts and open ports.
Utilize advanced tools for effective reconnaissance and information gathering.
Develop skills in enumeration to extract detailed target system information.

Skills you'll gain

Penetration Testing, Network Analysis, Network Security, Open Source Technology, Network Protocols, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, and Vulnerability Assessments

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 3

Course 33 hours

What you'll learn

Conduct thorough vulnerability analysis to identify and prioritize system weaknesses.
Master system hacking techniques, including privilege escalation and command execution.
Understand and counteract various malware threats, including APTs and fileless malware.
Develop strategies to enhance cybersecurity defenses and protect digital environments.

Skills you'll gain

Information Systems Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Malware Protection, Threat Detection, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Management, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Exploitation techniques, Threat Management, and Cyber Security Assessment

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 4

Course 45 hours

What you'll learn

Master techniques in sniffing, social engineering, and session hijacking.
Understand and counteract denial-of-service attacks with effective strategies.
Learn to evade and defend against IDS, IPS, and firewall systems.
Develop skills to implement robust network security measures and countermeasures.

Skills you'll gain

Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Network Analysis, Firewall, Exploitation techniques, Human Factors (Security), Cyber Security Strategy, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Vulnerability Assessments, and Threat Detection

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 5

Course 55 hours

What you'll learn

Master web server and application attack methodologies and countermeasures.
Identify and exploit vulnerabilities using the OWASP Top 10 framework.
Perform and defend against SQL injection attacks with advanced techniques.
Secure APIs and web services against modern cyber threats.

Skills you'll gain

Web Servers, Application Security, Web Applications, Cloud Security, Application Programming Interface (API), Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, SQL, Exploitation techniques, Authentications, Penetration Testing, and Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP)

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 6

Course 63 hours

What you'll learn

Master techniques to exploit and secure wireless network vulnerabilities.
Evaluate and protect mobile applications on Android and iOS platforms.
Identify and mitigate security threats in IoT and operational technology systems.
Safeguard critical infrastructure components like SCADA and ICS devices.

Skills you'll gain

Internet Of Things, Mobile Security, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Wireless Networks, Information Systems Security, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, and Network Security

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 7

Course 72 hours

What you'll learn

Identify and mitigate vulnerabilities in cloud environments.
Implement cryptographic techniques for secure data storage and transmission.
Understand and apply post-quantum cryptography algorithms.
Develop secure cloud applications using DevSecOps best practices.

Skills you'll gain

Cloud Security, Cryptography, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Encryption, Data Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Cloud Computing, and Public Key Infrastructure

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 8

Course 87 hours

What you'll learn

Develop a foundational understanding of AI threats and LLM security frameworks.
Master techniques to mitigate risks such as prompt injection and training data poisoning.
Implement best practices for securing AI supply chains and protecting sensitive information.
Enhance AI system resilience through proactive security testing and incident response strategies.

Skills you'll gain

Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, LangChain, Security Strategy, Threat Modeling, Responsible AI, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Continuous Monitoring, Artificial Intelligence, Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessments, LangGraph, Threat Detection, and Information Systems Security

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