By completing this course, learners will be able to define the fundamentals of ethical hacking, configure secure lab environments, analyze operating system structures, perform reconnaissance techniques, and apply powerful tools such as Nmap and ZenMap for penetration testing. The course equips participants with practical skills to identify vulnerabilities, gather intelligence ethically, and evaluate system security in real-world scenarios.
Designed for beginners and aspiring security professionals, this course emphasizes hands-on learning with Kali Linux, guiding learners through setting up virtual labs, footprinting, Google hacking, DNS analysis, and advanced network scanning. Unlike generic cybersecurity courses, it blends theoretical insights with practical demonstrations to ensure learners not only understand concepts but also practice them in safe, controlled environments.
By the end of the course, participants will be confident in applying ethical hacking methodologies, simulating reconnaissance techniques, and using industry-standard tools to strengthen security postures. This makes the course uniquely valuable for those seeking to build a strong foundation in penetration testing with a focus on practical application.
This module introduces learners to the fundamentals of ethical hacking and penetration testing with a focus on Kali Linux. Students will explore the basics of operating systems, understand system structures, and set up a secure ethical hacking lab environment using virtual machines and VMware tools. By the end of this module, learners will be equipped with the foundational knowledge and lab configuration needed for advanced hacking practices.
涵盖的内容
9个视频4个作业
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9个视频•总计80分钟
Introduction Part 1•6分钟
Introduction Part 2•8分钟
Kali Linux•12分钟
Operating systems_part 01•5分钟
Operating systems_part 02•9分钟
Installing Operating Systems•9分钟
Installing vmware tools•10分钟
Configuring Kali Linux•9分钟
Installing Kali Linux on MacBook•11分钟
4个作业•总计60分钟
Graded - Foundations of Ethical Hacking & Kali Linux•30分钟
Getting Started with Ethical Hacking•10分钟
Exploring Operating Systems & Setup•10分钟
Configuring Your Ethical Hacking Lab•10分钟
Reconnaissance & Information Gathering
第 2 单元•小时 后完成
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This module covers the reconnaissance phase of ethical hacking, focusing on footprinting, Google hacking, WHOIS lookups, and DNS footprinting. Learners will gain hands-on knowledge of gathering information through active and passive techniques, understanding how exposed data can reveal vulnerabilities, and leveraging search engines and online databases to strengthen penetration testing strategies.
涵盖的内容
9个视频4个作业
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9个视频•总计78分钟
What is Footprinting•10分钟
Footprinting Objectives•9分钟
Footprinting Tools•12分钟
Google Hacking part 1•9分钟
Google Hacking continued•7分钟
Google Hacking further continued•7分钟
WhOIS lookup•10分钟
DNS footprinting_part 01•7分钟
DNS footprinting_part 02•7分钟
4个作业•总计60分钟
Graded - Reconnaissance & Information Gathering•30分钟
Fundamentals of Footprinting•10分钟
Google Hacking Techniques•10分钟
DNS & WHOIS Recon•10分钟
Advanced Reconnaissance & Network Scanning
第 3 单元•小时 后完成
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This module advances the reconnaissance process by teaching learners how to determine operating systems, identify phishing attacks, and connect information databases for analysis. Learners will also master scanning networks using Nmap and ZenMap, interpreting results to discover vulnerabilities, and applying these techniques in real-world ethical hacking scenarios.
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已于 Jan 16, 2026审阅
the material was relevant and practical. Definitely worth recommending to friends
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已于 Jan 5, 2026审阅
Amazing course! The structure was perfect, the explanations were easy to follow, and the exercises reinforced learning. I’ve gained a lot of confidence in this subject.
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