• Classroom
  • Online, Instructor-Led

In this course, you run vulnerability* scans and observe exploits* to better secure networks, servers and workstations. You learn to assess the risk to your enterprise from specific vulnerabilities and to continually control your exposure to current security threats. Throughout this course, extensive hands-on exercises provide you with practical experience assessing recent vulnerabilities and analyzing "in the wild"* exploits.

Learning Objectives

  • Detect and respond to vulnerabilities and minimize exposure to security breaches
  • Employ real?world exploits and evaluate their effect on your systems
  • Configure vulnerability scanners to identify weaknesses
  • Analyze the results of vulnerability scans
  • Establish an intelligent strategy for vulnerability management

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

  • Vulnerability Assessment and Management

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.