SCS-0017
Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing
Develop professional knowledge of ethical hacking, security testing and responsible penetration testing.
About This Course
This course introduces the principles and practices of ethical hacking and penetration testing. Students will learn how security professionals identify, assess and report vulnerabilities in authorised environments. The course emphasises responsible security testing, risk awareness, professional ethics and the importance of obtaining appropriate permission before conducting security assessments.
Course Information
What You Will Learn
- Understand the principles and objectives of ethical hacking.
- Explore penetration testing methodologies and security assessment processes.
- Identify common vulnerabilities in systems, applications and networks.
- Understand reconnaissance, vulnerability assessment and security testing concepts.
- Develop skills for analysing and documenting security weaknesses.
- Apply responsible, authorised and ethical security testing practices.
Course Modules
Module 1: Ethical Hacking Principles and Methodologies
This module introduces ethical hacking, penetration testing and the role of authorised security professionals. Students will explore professional responsibilities, testing methodologies, rules of engagement and the importance of conducting security assessments within legal and ethical boundaries.
Module 2: Reconnaissance and Information Gathering
This module introduces reconnaissance and information-gathering techniques used during authorised security assessments. Students will explore how security professionals identify relevant information, understand target environments and prepare for controlled security testing.
Module 3: Vulnerability Assessment and Security Testing
This module explores vulnerability identification and assessment. Students will learn how security professionals assess systems for weaknesses, evaluate potential risks and use appropriate testing methods in authorised environments.
Module 4: Web, Network and System Security Testing
This module introduces security testing across web applications, networks and computer systems. Students will explore common vulnerability categories, security controls and methods used to evaluate the security of authorised systems.
Module 5: Exploitation Concepts, Reporting and Remediation
This module introduces controlled exploitation concepts and explains how identified weaknesses can be documented and communicated. Students will explore evidence collection, risk reporting, remediation recommendations and responsible disclosure practices.
Module 6: Professional Penetration Testing Practice
This module brings together the knowledge developed throughout the course. Students will explore penetration testing workflows, assessment reports, professional standards, security improvement recommendations and ethical responsibilities when conducting authorised security assessments.
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the principles, objectives and professional responsibilities of ethical hacking.
- Describe the main stages of an authorised penetration testing engagement.
- Identify and assess common security vulnerabilities in controlled environments.
- Apply appropriate security testing and vulnerability assessment principles.
- Document security findings and communicate risks clearly and professionally.
- Recommend appropriate remediation and security improvement measures.
- Demonstrate responsible, legal and ethical behaviour during security assessments.
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