Vulnerability Management 2025

Zero to Hero in Enterprise Vulnerability Management

What you'll learn

Understand the fundamentals of vulnerability management and why it’s critical for enterprise cybersecurity

Learn to identify, scan, and assess vulnerabilities using industry-standard tools and frameworks

Gain skills to prioritize risks and implement remediation or mitigation strategies effectively

Discover how to build and manage a vulnerability management program in real-world enterprise settings

Develop the ability to analyze reports, communicate findings, and support compliance requirements

Requirements

No prior cybersecurity experience required — this course starts from the basics

A general understanding of IT systems, networks, or operating systems will be helpful but not mandatory

Access to a computer with an internet connection to follow along with demos and tools

Eagerness to learn and apply vulnerability management concepts in real-world scenarios

Description

Are you ready to build a strong foundation in cybersecurity and learn how to protect enterprise systems from critical security threats? This course, “Vulnerability Management: Zero to Hero in Enterprise Cybersecurity,” is designed for beginners and intermediate learners who want to gain practical, real-world skills in identifying, assessing, and remediating vulnerabilities.In today’s rapidly evolving cyber landscape, vulnerabilities are a leading cause of data breaches and security incidents. Organizations need skilled professionals who can systematically manage these risks and secure critical assets. This course takes you step by step through the entire vulnerability management lifecycle — from understanding what vulnerabilities are, to scanning systems, analyzing results, prioritizing risks, and implementing remediation strategies.You will learn to use industry-standard tools like Nessus, Qualys, Nikto, and OWASP ZAP, perform compliance scans across Windows, Linux, Active Directory, and cloud environments, and leverage frameworks such as CVSS, NIST, and ISO to assess and report vulnerabilities effectively. By the end of this course, you’ll also know how to establish and run a Vulnerability Management Program, align it with business goals, and meet regulatory compliance requirements.Whether you’re an aspiring cybersecurity professional, IT administrator, or security analyst, this course equips you with the practical knowledge and hands-on skills needed to excel in enterprise vulnerability management. Start your journey from Zero to Hero and become confident in protecting your organization’s systems against modern cyber threats.

Overview

Section 1: Course Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 What is Vulnerability Management

Lecture 3 Vulnerability Management Lifecycle

Lecture 4 Importance of Vulnerability Management

Section 2: Understanding Vulnerabilities

Lecture 5 Types of Vulnerabilities

Lecture 6 CVSS Introduction

Lecture 7 CVSS Calculation

Lecture 8 Vulnerability Databases

Section 3: Vulnerability Assessment

Lecture 9 Vulnerability Scanner Overview

Lecture 10 Vulnerability Scanner Types & Working

Lecture 11 Performing Vulnerability Scans

Lecture 12 Vulnerability Scanning Architecture

Section 4: Nessus Scanner Setup

Lecture 13 Nessus Overview

Lecture 14 Nessus Setup

Lecture 15 Running First Vulnerability Scan

Section 5: Vulnerability Prioritization & Reporting

Lecture 16 Vulnerability Results Review

Lecture 17 Vulnerability Prioritization

Lecture 18 False Positives & False Negatives in Vulnerabilities

Lecture 19 Interpret Scan Results & Reports

Lecture 20 Vulnerability Reporting Considerations

Section 6: Advance Scanning

Lecture 0 Compliance Scanning Overview

Lecture 0 Advanced Scanning in Nesuss

Lecture 21 Active Directory Scanning

Lecture 0 Azure and M365 Compliance Scanning

Lecture 22 Linux Compliance Scanning

Lecture 23 Windows Compliance Scanning

Lecture 24 Active Directory Weak Password Assessment

Lecture 25 Fortigate Compliance Scanning

Section 7: Manual Vulnerability Scanning

Lecture 26 Manual Scanning Overview

Lecture 27 Scanning with Nikto

Lecture 28 Scanning with ZAP

Section 8: Vulnerability Remediation

Lecture 29 Vulnerability Remediation Overview

Lecture 30 Vulnerability Remediation Techniques

Lecture 31 Vulnerability Remediation v/s Mitigation

Lecture 32 Vulnerability Patching & Demo

Lecture 33 Vulnerability Remediation & Verification

Lecture 34 Auto Remediation

Section 9: Advance Vulnerability Management

Lecture 35 Cloud Vulnerability Management

Lecture 36 Cloud Vulnerability Management Best Practices

Lecture 37 AI in Vulnerability Management

Lecture 38 Demo - Qualys Setup

Lecture 39 Demo - Qualys Scanning

Lecture 40 Demo - Qualys Option Profiles

Section 10: Vulnerability Management Program

Lecture 41 Establishing Vulnerability Management Program

Lecture 42 Vulnerability Management Alignment with Business

Lecture 43 Regulations & Standards

Section 11: Conclusion

Lecture 44 Conclusion

Beginners in Cybersecurity who want to build a strong foundation in vulnerability management,IT Professionals (system admins, network engineers, helpdesk staff) looking to transition into security roles,Security Analysts or Engineers who want to strengthen their vulnerability assessment and remediation skills,Students or Career Changers preparing for certifications such as Security+, CySA+, CISSP, or CISM,Managers, Auditors, or Compliance Professionals who need to understand vulnerability management processes to oversee security programs effectively