Foundations of Ethical Hacking: From Setup to Skills

Practical Ethical Hacking & Web Security: Setup Labs, Nmap, Burp Suite, XSS, CSRF, SQL & Command Injection, RCE

What you'll learn
- Set up a safe hacking lab using VirtualBox, Kali Linux, XAMPP, and DVWA to practice ethically.
- Master essential tools like Nmap and Burp Suite for footprinting, scanning, and brute-force testing.
- Exploit real-world web vulnerabilities including XSS, CSRF, SQL injection, command injection, RCE, and file upload flaws.
- Build a cybersecurity career path with guidance on next steps, certifications, and red team/blue team roles.

Requirements
- No prior experience of hacking and cybersecurity needed. You will learn everything from start.

Description
Step into the world ofethical hackingandweb securitywith this hands-on course designed for beginners and aspiring cybersecurity professionals. Whether you’re curious about how hackers exploit web applications or want to build practical skills for a career in cybersecurity, this course gives you everything you need to start.

You’ll begin by understanding thefoundations of cybersecurity, including hacker types, cybercrime, and the CIA triad. Learn how the internet works—covering IP addresses, DNS, protocols, ports, and the TCP/IP model—through clear, visual explanations. Discover what makes applications vulnerable with an overview ofcommon vulnerabilities, attack types, and the OWASP Top 10.

Next, set up your own safe hacking environment usingKali Linux, DVWA, and XAMPP, giving you a private lab to practice without risk. Gain proficiency with essential tools likeNmapfor scanning andBurp Suitefor testing web applications. Explore real-world vulnerabilities includingXSS, CSRF, SQL Injection, Command Injection, RCE, and File Upload flaws, learning how attackers exploit them and how to test them safely.

Each module combinesvideos, downloadable PDFs, and quizzesto reinforce learning and make sure you can apply your knowledge immediately. By the end of the course, you’ll have a solid foundation in ethical hacking techniques, practical skills to test web applications, and the confidence to explore further in the field of cybersecurity.

Start your journey in ethical hacking today and gain the hands-on skills that set you apart in the rapidly growing cybersecurity world.

This course was developed as part of Secure Bytes, a learning project by Samar Khalid with contributions from Fahad Khalid.

Who this course is for:
- This course is for beginners and aspiring cybersecurity professionals who want hands-on experience in web hacking, from setting up labs to exploiting real-world vulnerabilities and exploring a career path in ethical hacking.
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