• Online, Self-Paced
Course Description

The File and Directory Permissions Modification lab assesses the learner's ability to modify file or directory permissions/attributes to evade access control lists (ACLs) and access protected files.

Learning Objectives


After completing this lab, the learner will understand how attackers may modify file or directory permissions/attributes to evade access control lists (ACLs) and access protected files.

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

  • Risk Management
  • Software Development

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.