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Ethical Hacking
Essentials (E|HE)

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Course Overview

The Ethical Hacking Essentials (E|HE) course is an introductory cybersecurity program designed to provide learners with a foundational understanding of ethical hacking and penetration testing.

This course covers essential topics such as information security threats, vulnerabilities, password cracking, web application attacks, IoT and OT attacks, cloud computing, and more.

Through hands-on labs and real-world challenges, participants will gain practical experience to prepare for a career in cybersecurity.

Course Objective

The primary objective of the E|HE course is to equip learners with the knowledge and skills to:

Understand key issues in information security and relevant laws and regulations.

Comprehend ethical hacking concepts, methodologies, and tools.

Identify and assess various information security threats and vulnerabilities.

Implement countermeasures against password cracking, social engineering, network-level attacks, and more.

Conduct basic penetration testing and apply security measures across different platforms, including web applications, wireless networks, mobile devices, IoT, and cloud environments.

Target ​Audience

This course is ideal for individuals aspiring to enter the cybersecurity field, including:

High school and college students.

Recent graduates.

Career switchers seeking to transition into cybersecurity.

IT professionals aiming to enhance their security knowledge.

No prior IT or cybersecurity experience is required

Course Duration

The E|HE course offers:
  • Over 15 hours of premium self-paced video training.
  • 11 interactive lab activities in a simulated environment.
Learners have year-long access to courseware and six months of lab access, allowing for flexible and self-paced learning.

Introduction to core information security concepts and regulations, building a strong foundation for data protection.

Insight into common web application attacks and corresponding countermeasures to protect applications.

Overview of ethical hacking methodologies, hacking concepts, and reconnaissance techniques, supplemented with hands-on labs.

Exploration of wireless network vulnerabilities and ethical exploitation techniques, with labs focusing on Wi-Fi packet analysis and penetration testing.

Examination of common threats like malware and system vulnerabilities, with practical labs to identify and address these weaknesses.

Exploration of password cracking methods and effective countermeasures, including hands-on labs to test password strength.

Understanding of mobile security threats, vulnerabilities, and protection strategies, supported by hands-on labs to secure mobile devices.

Examination of threats and countermeasures for Internet of Things (IoT) and Operational Technology (OT) devices, with practical labs to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.

Study of social engineering concepts, phases, and techniques, along with essential countermeasures and practical labs to enhance awareness.

Study of security challenges in cloud computing and practical strategies to mitigate these threats, including interactive labs to assess cloud security.

Analysis of common network attacks such as DoS and session hijacking, with hands-on labs to detect and prevent these threats.

Introduction to penetration testing fundamentals, benefits, strategies, and phases, with guidelines for conducting effective penetration tests.

Course Outcome

Upon completing the E|HE course, participants will be able to:

  • Identify and understand various information security threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Apply ethical hacking methodologies and tools to assess system security.
  • Implement effective countermeasures against a range of cyber threats.
  • Conduct basic penetration testing across multiple platforms.
  • Demonstrate practical skills through hands-on labs and real-world challenges.

Exam Format

Exam Code

:  112-52

Number of Questions

75

Duration

2 hours

Test Format

Multiple Choice

Passing Score

:   70%

Certification

:   Ethical Hacking Essentials (E|HE)

Validity

:   3 years from the date of certification.

By completing this course and passing the examination, individuals will earn the Ethical Hacking Essentials (E|HE) certification, validating their foundational skills in ethical hacking and information security.