Modern Phishing Mastery: Social Engineering Masterclass

Mastering Phishing Modern Techniques: Unraveling MFA Vulnerabilities with Evilginx, DigitalOcean and Ethical Hacking

What you'll learn

In-depth knowledge of phishing fundamentals, MFA vulnerabilities, and modern enterprise 2FA bypass techniques using Evilginx.

This course was designed by hackers to help students land jobs in penetration testing

How to deploy & understand MITM phishing attacks

Building comprehensive defense strategies against MITM attacks, focusing on the utilization of Evilginx and its add-ons.

Insights into the evolution of phishing and cyber attacks, showcasing the shift from simple scams to advanced, targeted tactics.

Comprehensive setup of a pentesting environment, including VPS, domain registration, Git, Golang, and crucial software updates.

Techniques for executing sophisticated phishing attacks, mastering session token decoding, and effective cookie management.

In-depth knowledge of phishing fundamentals, MFA vulnerabilities, and modern enterprise 2FA bypass techniques using Evilginx.

Requirements

Basic cybersecurity knowledge and understanding of ethical hacking principles, with an interest in advanced phishing techniques.

Familiarity with network protocols, web technologies, and Linux-based environments, enabling effective engagement with course content.

Commitment to ethical guidelines and legal compliance in cybersecurity practices, understanding the responsibility of hacking skills.

Access to a computer with internet capabilities, suitable for setting up virtual private servers and running complex security tools.

Description

Modern Phishing Mastery: Social Engineering Masterclass takes you on an explorative journey through the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, emphasizing the critical role of phishing awareness and defense. This course, extensive in content and rich in practical knowledge, is designed to transform beginners into adept cybersecurity practitioners capable of understanding and mitigating sophisticated cyber threats.At the core of this training is the advanced study of Evilginx – a potent, open-source tool that signifies a paradigm shift in phishing attacks. By circumventing multi-factor authentication, Evilginx enables an attacker to capture sensitive credentials with a finesse that traditional security measures often fail to detect. You'll delve deep into the architecture of Evilginx, learning how it operates as a man-in-the-middle proxy, intercepting communications to seamlessly harvest credentials and session cookies, and thereby bypassing MFA protocols.The course meticulously unpacks the vulnerabilities of modern MFA systems, challenging the over-reliance on usernames and passwords as defense mechanisms. Through live demonstrations and hands-on workshops, you will master the nuances of Evilgin, and other sophisticated phishing tools, empowering you to craft and execute compelling phishing campaigns that mimic real-world attack scenarios.You'll learn to apply your skills within authorized environments, ensuring that your expertise contributes constructively to the cybersecurity community. Post-engagement strategies form a crucial part of the course content. You will engage with best practices for the responsible dismantling of phishing setups and thorough reporting of engagement outcomes. By the end of the course, you'll be adept at erasing digital footprints, minimizing attribution risks, and aiding organizations in remediation and fortification against future attacks.Furthermore, the course anticipates the future of cybersecurity threats and prepares you to stay ahead. By emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and adaptation, it equips you with the mindset and skills to navigate the rapidly changing cyber threat landscape.Evolution of Phishing: Explore the history and evolution of phishing attacks from basic techniques in the 90s to today's advanced strategies, understanding how they adapt and evolve with modern technology.In-Depth Study of Evilginx: Gain insights into Evilginx3, a professional open-source tool that effectively bypasses multi-factor authentication (MFA) and captures sensitive data, enhancing your skills in recognizing and countering sophisticated phishing threats.Vulnerabilities in MFA Systems: Understand the limitations of relying solely on usernames and passwords in current MFA-protected environments, and learn the importance of identifying MFA system vulnerabilities.Hands-On Phishing Simulations: Participate in practical workshops using tools like Evilginx3 to create and execute convincing phishing campaigns, from email crafting to credential harvesting.Phishlets and Ethical Hacking: Delve into Phishlets for creating realistic phishing simulations and focus on ethical hacking principles, ensuring the responsible use of acquired skills for defensive purposes for enterprise security.Post-Engagement Strategies and Future Trends: Learn best practices for concluding phishing operations responsibly and prepare for future cybersecurity challenges with a focus on continuous adaptation and learning.Post-engagement strategies, including documentation and remediation measures, are covered, equipping you with best practices to responsibly conclude phishing operations. The course prepares you for the future of cybersecurity, focusing on continuous learning to stay ahead of evolving threats.This course ideal for everyone of all skill levels from complete beginners, interns, students, cybersecurity enthusiasts to IT professionals. Join us on this transformative educational path and arm yourself with the acumen to tackle sophisticated phishing techniques head-on. Together, we can forge a more secure future in the digital landscape.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction and Course Overview

Lecture 1 Course Introduction and Welcome

Lecture 2 Important Legal and Ethical Disclaimer

Lecture 3 Defining what a Hacker is in Modern Times

Lecture 4 A Brief History of Cyber Attacks

Section 2: Phishing, User Security, Passwords and MFA Fundamentals

Lecture 5 The Evolution of Online Security, Passwords and Authentication

Lecture 6 Deep Dive Analysis of Multi-Factor Authentication

Lecture 7 Case Study – The LinkedIn Phishing Attack

Lecture 8 Online Security 101: Passwords, 2FA Authentication, and Modern Attacking Tools

Lecture 9 A Deep-Dive into MITM (Man-in-the-Middle) Phishing Attacks

Lecture 10 Modern Amazon Phishing Attack - Demo

Section 3: Introduction to Evilginx

Lecture 11 Introduction to Evilginx3 and Unveiling Its Beginnings with Creator Kuba Gretzky

Lecture 12 Evilginx and EvilProxy Context Resource - Popular Cyber Attacks

Lecture 13 Evilginx Compared to Other Phishing Tool Kits Explained

Lecture 14 Rencora Phishlet Example Code Resource

Section 4: Setting Up Your Environment

Lecture 15 Infrastructure Setup

Lecture 16 Connecting our Domain to Evilginx VPS Server

Section 5: Session Tokens, Authentication Keys and Cookies Explained

Lecture 17 Introduction to Cookies

Lecture 18 What are Session Tokens, Authentication Keys and Cookies?

Section 6: Setting Up and Deploying Evilginx3

Lecture 19 Setting Up and Connecting Your Domain to the Evilginx VPS Server

Lecture 20 Installing Evilginx3

Section 7: Staging Our First Engagement with Evilginx3

Lecture 21 Introducing Phishlets

Lecture 22 Setting Up our First Engagement with Evilginx3 and Creating First Phishlet File

Lecture 23 Configure Domain and Generating Phishing Lure

Lecture 24 How to Use Evilginx3 to Bypass Modern Multi-Factor Authentication

Lecture 25 Catching Phish with Evilginx3 (Full Walkthrough)

Lecture 26 Catching More Phish with Evilginx3 (Walkthrough #2)

Section 8: Best Practices for Post Engagements

Lecture 27 Reviewing the Attack Engagement

Lecture 28 Post-Engagement Best Practices

Lecture 29 Post-Engagement Cleanup (Domain, Settings, etc.)

Section 9: Defensive Section: Protecting Against Evilginx & Similar Cyber Attacks

Lecture 30 Essential Cybersecurity Defensive Checklist

Lecture 31 Closing Evilginx & Ending the Attack Simulation

Lecture 32 Safeguarding and Protecting 3rd Party Applications

Lecture 33 Effective Strategies for Strengthening Cybersecurity Defenses Moving Forward

Section 10: Course Wrap-up, Review, and Final Assessment

Lecture 34 Course Conclusion

Lecture 35 Future Courses and Lessons

Section 11: Using Evilginx2 on Github's Demo Protocol and Enterprise Checklist Review

Lecture 36 Bypassing Github Authentication with Evilginx2 (Spear Phishing Demonstration #3)

Lecture 37 Security Campaign Management Client Review Checklist

Students and interns looking for jobs in Cybersecurity,Individuals interested in the technical and ethical aspects of hacking, wishing to contribute positively to cybersecurity.,Working professionals wanting to learn more about cyber attacks,Ideal for cybersecurity enthusiasts and professionals seeking advanced skills in bypassing MFA and understanding MITM attacks.,Ethical hackers, penetration testers, and security consultants looking to expand their expertise in sophisticated phishing methods.,IT security personnel tasked with safeguarding enterprise systems against phishing attacks and understanding attacker psychology.,Business owners & entrepreneurs who want to learn how to protect against modern Phishing & Malware attacks