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Certified Vulnerability Assessor
Description
Certified Vulnerability Assessor Introduction
The Certified Vulnerability Assessor C)VA program is a comprehensive 3-day instructor-led training designed for professionals with a foundational knowledge of network principles. This course is ideal for information system owners, analysts, ethical hackers, Information Systems Security Officers (ISSOs), cybersecurity managers, and IT engineers who aim to deepen their expertise in vulnerability assessment.
During the program, participants will dive into the critical role of vulnerability assessments within the cybersecurity framework. They will acquire advanced skills and knowledge needed to identify and address security vulnerabilities effectively. Through both theoretical foundations and practical applications, the course equips learners to implement robust vulnerability assessments, enhancing security measures and preventing potential security breaches in various organizational contexts.
By completing this course, you will be well-prepared to take on key roles in cybersecurity management, ensuring the integrity and security of information systems.
Certified Vulnerability Assessor Course Objectives
- Understand the Importance of Vulnerability Assessments: Grasp the essential role these assessments play in safeguarding cybersecurity and why they are critical for organizational security.
- Develop Skills in Identifying Vulnerabilities: Learn to identify and analyze potential security weaknesses in information systems.
- Apply Practical Measures: Implement practical vulnerability assessment techniques in real-world scenarios to mitigate risks effectively.
- Enhance Security Protocols: Contribute to the enhancement of organizational security measures through proactive identification and management of vulnerabilities.
- Prepare for Key Cybersecurity Roles: Equip yourself with the necessary skills and knowledge to undertake crucial roles in cybersecurity management and operations.
Prerequisites
- Basic networking understanding
Audience
- Information System Owners
- Analysts
- Ethical Hackers
- ISSO’s
- Cyber Security Managers
- IT Engineer
Certified Vulnerability Assessor Course Outline
Why Vulnerability Assessment?
- Overview of Vulnerability Assessment
- Benefits and Importance of Vulnerability Assessment
- Understanding Vulnerabilities
- Security Vulnerability Life Cycle
- Compliance and Project Scoping
- Vulnerability Assessment Methodology
- Risk Management
- Risk Analysis Objectives
Vulnerability Types
- Overview of Vulnerability Types
- Critical Vulnerabilities and Types
- Buffer Overflows
- URL Mappings to Web Applications
- IIS Directory Traversal
- Format String Attacks
- Default Passwords
- Misconfigurations
- Known Backdoors
- Information Leaks
- Memory Disclosure
- Denial of Service
- Best Practices
Assessing the Network
- Network Security Assessment Platform
- Virtualization Software
- Operating Systems
- Internet Host and Network Enumeration
- Footprinting Tools
- Google Hacking
- Domain Name Registration
- WHOIS and BGP Querying
- DNS Databases
- Web Server Crawling
- Automating Enumeration
- SMTP Probing
- NMAP Scanning Techniques
- Null Sessions
- Windows Networking Services
- Policy Review Methodology
- Technical (Bottom-Up) Methodology
Assessing Web Servers
- Fingerprinting Accessible Web Servers
- Identifying and Assessing Reverse Proxy Mechanisms
- Web Application Profiling
- Active Backend Database Technology Assessment
- SQL Injection
- Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
- Web Security Checklist
Assessing Remote VPN Services
- Remote Information Services
- Assessing IP VPN Services
- Microsoft PPTP and SSL VPNs
Vulnerability Tools of the Trade
- Vulnerability Scanners (Nessus, SAINT, Retina, Qualys Guard, LANguard, MBSA)
- Dealing with Assessment Results
- Patch Management Options
Output Analysis
- Staying Abreast: Security Alerts
- Vulnerability Research Sites
- Nessus, SAINT, GFI Languard, MBSA
- Review and Recap
$3000.00
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3 Days Course |