The MSHTML Windows remote code execution vulnerability (CVE-2021-40444) identified in September 2021 could allow a threat actor to execute code on a victim's machine. In this advanced course, you will exploit and mitigate this vulnerability in a secure lab environment, giving you the skills you need to protect your organization.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Define the vulnerability, describe its root cause, and communicate its significance to key organizational stakeholders.
- Exploit this vulnerability using publicly available exploit code.
- Execute various mitigation tactics to reduce risk.
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Specialty Areas
- Cyber Operations
- Exploitation Analysis
Feedback
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