• Online, Self-Paced

Explore the concepts of hackers and hacking and discover the common phases of hacking. Examine what makes a good hacker and the different types of hackers like Script Kiddies, White Hats, and Black Hats.

Learning Objectives

CEHv10: Hacking Concepts

  • define hacking and describe hacking concepts
  • describe hacking phases, such as recon, scanning, access, maintaining access, and covering tracks

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
  • Cybersecurity Management
  • Exploitation Analysis
  • Threat Analysis
  • 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.

Feedback

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