Ethical Hacking: Hacking Applications

Overview

Hacking refers to the unauthorized usage or access to the information in a computer or a network. Hacking is mainly used to steal information and user identity, get access to sensitive information and to disable computer networks and websites. Hackers can get unauthorized access into applications and databases as well. They use many tools such as Zed attach proxy, hamster and ferret, hacking AJAX and many more to hack and to maintain cyber anonymity. It is very important to adhere to ethical hacking practices while hacking and using these hacking tools.

Hacking has become a major concern among all internet users and organizations worldwide. Certain organizations have opted to employ hackers within their organizations in order to identify security threats in the company systems and to prevent theft and other cyber related crimes. There are currently over a million Cyber Security job openings globally, and demand is greatly outpacing supply. Therefore, a career in cyber security is ideal if you are looking for a progressive and challenging job which offers a higher pay. This course is for both beginners and IT pros looking to get certified and land an entry level Cyber Security job position. This course will train you on how to secure modern application architecture. You will learn network anonymity by using tools such as the Zed Attack Proxy, Hamster and Ferret through this course as well. By the time you complete this course, you will know all about XSS attacks, buffer overflows, hacking AJAX and more.

COURSE CURRICULUM
1: APPLICATION ARCHITECTURE AND SECURITY
2: HAMSTER AND FERRET
3: MORPHEUS
4: HEAP SPRAYING DEMONSTRATION
5: OWASP ZED ATTACK PROXY
6: PERSISTENT XSS DEMO
7: BUFFER OVERFLOW DEMONSTRATION
8: BUFFER OVERFLOWS EXPLAINED
9: HACKING AJAX

Learning outcomes

• Learn how to secure modern application architecture.
• Understand network anonymity by using tools such as the Zed Attack Proxy, Hamster and Ferret.
• Learn about XSS attacks, buffer overflows, hacking AJAX and more. 

Access duration

The course will be directly delivered to you, and you have 12 months access to the online learning platform from the date you joined the course.  The course is self-paced and you can complete it in stages, revisiting the lectures at any time.

Who is this course aimed at?

• IT students
• Job seekers
• IT professionals
• Anyone interested in learning hacking applications 

Method of assessment

At the end of the course, you will have one assignment to be submitted (you need a mark of 65% to pass) and you can submit the assignment at any time. You will only need to pay £19 for assessment and certification when you submit the assignment. You will receive the results within 72 hours of submittal, and will be sent a certificate in 7-14 days if you have successfully passed.

Certification and awarding body

Those who successfully complete the course will be awarded the Ethical Hacking: Hacking Applications certificate by CPD & iAP. The qualification will make you valuable to employers, and your motivation at gaining new skills will be recognised.

Tutor info

Chad Russell has been in the Cyber Security industry for over 15 years. He has taught Microsoft Engineering courses as a Certified trainer, managed teams of security engineers and analysts for an internet banking provider, and has been an information security consultant working for companies including SAP, Microsoft and Oracle.

He leads and conducts ‘Security Risk Assessments’ for customers throughout North America with an emphasis on cloud security, identity governance, network security, social engineering, mobile security, breach assessments, database security, and access management.

Over the past 15 years he has held numerous certifications including CISSP, CCNP, MCSE and MCDBA certifications, and has a B.S. in Computer Science from Excelsior College. 

Other benefits

• Written and designed by the industry’s finest expert instructors with over 15 years of experience
• Repeat and rewind all your lectures and enjoy a personalised learning experience
• Gain access to quality video tutorials
• Unlimited 12 months access from anywhere, anytime
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