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System & Network Security Essentials
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System & Network Security Essentials
This course is part of Ethical Hacking Specialization
Instructor: LearnKartS
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Intermediate level
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1 hour to complete
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
Execute system hacking methodologies, crack passwords, and exploit authentication and privilege escalation weaknesses.
Analyze malware, rootkits, and Trojans, including AI-enabled threats and ransomware-as-a-service models.
Deploy firewalls, IDS, and honeypots, then test real evasion and bypass techniques attackers actually use.
Assess IoT and OT security risks, device architecture, and scan for real-world vulnerabilities.
Skills you'll gain
- Security Testing
- Security Controls
- Data Security
- Cyber Attacks
- AI Security
- Cyber Risk
- Application Security
- Penetration Testing
- Network Monitoring
- Cyber Security Strategy
- Cyber Threat Intelligence
- Infrastructure Security
- Cyber Security Assessment
- Cybersecurity
- Network Security
- Endpoint Security
- IT Security Architecture
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