Art of Hacking | Firebrand Training

Overview

On this 5-day accelerated Art of Hacking course, you'll learn the fundamentals of penetration testing and key tools to conduct both Infrastructure Hacking and Web Hacking.

You'll build hands-on skills, combining NotSoSecure's sophisticated hack-lab with our unique Lecture | Lab | Review technique, immersing you in the curriculum and allowing you to fully grasp the concepts taught.

You'll learn to Pen Test and compromise the security of various operating systems, networking devices and web applications by your expert instructor. You'll cover a range of exciting topics including:

Infrastructure basics
Hacking Unix, Databases and Applications
Hacking Windows
Information Gathering, Profiling and Cross-Site Scripting
Injection, Flaws, Files and Hacks

You'll have 24/7 lab access and access to NotSoSecure custom built systems with specially designed hacking challenges built to stimulate creative and innovative thinking.

On this course, you'll prepare for and take the 24 hour, Capture-the-Flag (CTF) online hacking exam for which you'll receive either the Ninja or Master Certification. Don't pass the first time? Don't worry - you'll be covered by our Certification Guarantee.

The Art of Hacking course is most suited to you if you're a System Administrator, Web Developer, SOC analyst, Penetration Tester or Network Engineer.

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Benefits

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
Pass first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9am – 5pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day quality learning time, with your instructor
You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 100,000 professionals

* For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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Curriculum

Infrastructure Hacking

Infrastructure Basics

TCP/IP Basics
The Art of Port Scanning
Target Enumeration
Brute-Forcing
Metasploit Basics
Password Cracking

Hacking Unix, Databases and Applications

Hacking Recent Unix Vulnerabilities
Hacking Databases
Hacking Application Servers
Hacking Third Party Applications (WordPress, Joomla, Drupal)

Hacking Windows

Windows Enumeration
Hacking Recent Windows Vulnerabilities.
Hacking Third party Software (Browser, PDF, Java)
Post Exploitation: Dumping Secrets
Hacking Windows Domains

Web Hacking

Information Gathering, Profiling and Cross-Site Scripting

Understanding HTTP protocol
Identifying the Attack Surface
Username Enumeration
Information Disclosure
Issues with SSL/TLS
Cross Site Scripting
Cross-Site Request Forgery

Injection, Flaws, Files and Hacks

SQL Injection
XXE Attacks
OS Code Injection
Local/Remote File include
Cryptographic weakness
Business Logic Flaws
Insecure File Uploads

Exam Track

There is no exam for this accelerated course.

What's Included

On this accelerated Art of Hacking course you'll recieve:

VPN access to the NotSoSecure state-of-the-art hacklab
A collection of the latest vulnerabilities

Your accelerated course includes:

Accommodation *
Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
On-site exams **
Exam vouchers **
Practice tests **
Certification Guarantee ***
Courseware
Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
24-hour lab access
Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

Reviews

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Read reviews from recent accelerated courses below or visit Firebrand Stories for written and video interviews from our alumni.

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"Training camp allows to focus and not being disturbed by daily routine"
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"Great training at a well suited facility for long hours studying to get a qualification in a short period of time."
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"It was my third training with Firebrand and each time I was very satisfied with the content, the process and the result."
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Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status	Location
20/2/2023 (Monday)	24/2/2023 (Friday)	Finished - Leave feedback	-
26/6/2023 (Monday)	30/6/2023 (Friday)	Wait list	Nationwide
7/8/2023 (Monday)	11/8/2023 (Friday)	Limited availability	Nationwide
18/9/2023 (Monday)	22/9/2023 (Friday)	Open	Nationwide
30/10/2023 (Monday)	3/11/2023 (Friday)	Open	Nationwide
11/12/2023 (Monday)	15/12/2023 (Friday)	Open	Nationwide

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