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Ethical Hacking

System Hacking

Lisa Bock and Dale Meredith
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Learners who complete Ethical Hacking: System Hacking will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Penetration Tester
As a penetration tester, you will be responsible for identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in an organization's systems. The knowledge you will gain in this course in system hacking will help you to become more effective in identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities and weaknesses in systems. This course will also help you to develop the skills you need to write effective penetration test reports and communicate your findings to management.
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Incident Responder
Incident Responders investigate and respond to security incidents. They work to minimize the damage caused by security incidents and restore normal operations. The knowledge you will gain in this course in system hacking will help you to understand the threats that organizations face and provide you with the skills you need to investigate and respond to security incidents.
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Security Researcher
Security Researchers identify and exploit vulnerabilities in systems and software. They work to develop new security technologies and techniques. The knowledge you will gain in this course in system hacking will help you to understand the threats that organizations face and provide you with the skills you need to develop new security technologies and techniques.
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Security Architect
Security Architects design and implement security architectures for organizations. They work to protect organizations from all types of cyberattacks. The knowledge you will gain in this course in system hacking will help you understand the threats that organizations face and provide you with the skills you need to design and implement effective security architectures.
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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
The CISO is responsible for the overall security of an organization. They develop and implement security policies and procedures, oversee the security staff, and report to the CEO and board of directors on security matters. The knowledge you will gain in this course in system hacking will help you to develop the skills and knowledge you need to be an effective CISO and protect organizations from cyberattacks.
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Cybersecurity Engineer
Cybersecurity Engineers design, implement, and manage security systems for organizations. They work to protect organizations from cyberattacks. The knowledge you will gain in this course in system hacking will help you more effectively design and implement security systems that are effective in preventing cyberattacks.
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Information Security Analyst
Information Security Analysts build and maintain cybersecurity systems for organizations. This course covers the basics of system hacking, which is an important skill for analysts to have in order to protect systems from vulnerabilities. In this course, you'll learn how to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in systems. This knowledge can be used to improve the security of your organization's systems and prevent attacks.
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Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst
Cyber Threat Intelligence Analysts collect, analyze, and disseminate information about cyber threats. They work to help organizations understand the threats they face and develop strategies to mitigate those threats. The knowledge you will gain in this course in system hacking will help you to understand the threats that organizations face and provide you with the skills you need to collect, analyze, and disseminate information about cyber threats.
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Risk Analyst
Risk Analysts identify, assess, and mitigate risks to an organization. They work to help organizations make informed decisions about how to manage risks. The knowledge you will gain in this course in system hacking will help you understand the threats that organizations face and provide you with the skills you need to identify, assess, and mitigate risks.
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Security Consultant
Security consultants provide guidance and support to organizations on how to improve their cybersecurity posture. They work with organizations to identify risks and develop strategies to mitigate those risks. The knowledge you gain in this course on system hacking will help you better serve your clients by understanding the threats they face and providing them with the advice they need to improve their security.
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Cloud Security Engineer
Cloud Security Engineers design, implement, and manage security systems for cloud-based applications and data. They work to protect organizations from cloud-based attacks. The knowledge you will gain in this course in system hacking will help you to become a more effective cloud security engineer and help you understand the threats that cloud-based systems face.
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Security Manager
Security Managers are responsible for the overall security of an organization. They develop and implement security policies and procedures and oversee the security staff. The knowledge you will gain in this course in system hacking will help you to develop the skills and knowledge you need to be an effective security manager and protect organizations from cyberattacks.
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Malware Analyst
Malware Analysts identify, analyze, and mitigate malware threats. They work to protect organizations from malware attacks. The knowledge you will gain in this course in system hacking will help you to understand the threats that organizations face and provide you with the skills you need to identify, analyze, and mitigate malware threats.
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Digital Forensics Analyst
Digital Forensics Analysts investigate and analyze digital evidence. They work to identify and apprehend criminals. The knowledge you will gain in this course in system hacking will help you to understand the threats that organizations face and provide you with the skills you need to identify and analyze digital evidence.
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Network Security Engineer
Network Security Engineers design, implement, and manage network security systems. They work to protect organizations from network-based attacks.
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We've selected ten books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Ethical Hacking: System Hacking.
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The Hacker Playbook 3
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Provides a comprehensive overview of penetration testing techniques and methodologies and serves as an excellent supplement to the course's focus on system hacking.
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Gray Hat Hacking: The Ethical Hacker's Handbook,...
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Covering a broad range of ethical hacking topics, this book offers valuable insights into the techniques and tools used by ethical hackers for system exploitation.
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Penetration Testing
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With its focus on practical penetration testing skills, this book complements the course's emphasis on hands-on system hacking and provides additional exercises and case studies.
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Network Security Assessment
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Providing a comprehensive overview of network security assessment, this book serves as a solid foundation for understanding the broader context of ethical hacking and system exploitation.
Network Security Assessment: Know Your Network
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Metasploit, 2nd Edition
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Provides a comprehensive guide to Metasploit, a popular penetration testing framework, offering practical insights into its usage and capabilities.
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Practical Malware Analysis
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Offers a detailed exploration of malware analysis techniques, providing valuable knowledge for ethical hackers seeking to understand and mitigate malicious software threats.
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Wireshark Network Analysis
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Provides comprehensive coverage of Wireshark, a widely used network analysis tool, offering valuable insights for ethical hackers seeking to analyze and troubleshoot network traffic.
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Web Hacking Arsenal
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Provides a comprehensive overview of ethical hacking and penetration testing, offering valuable insights into the techniques and tools used by ethical hackers.
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The Shellcoder's Handbook
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Offers an in-depth exploration of shellcoding techniques, providing valuable knowledge for ethical hackers seeking to understand and exploit low-level system vulnerabilities.
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The Cybersecurity Workforce of Tomorrow
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Provides a comprehensive overview of open source intelligence techniques, offering valuable insights for ethical hackers seeking to gather and analyze information from publicly available sources.
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Instructors
Lisa Bock
Dale Meredith
Ethical Hacking: System Hacking belongs to the following collections:
  1. Become an Ethical Hacker
  2. Ethical Hacking (CEH Prep 2018)
  3. Ethical Hacking Fundamentals
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