Objective:
The "CCI-Certified Legitimate Ethical Hacker" course, offered by the Cyber Council of India (CCI), is designed to equip individuals with advanced skills and knowledge in ethical hacking and cybersecurity. The objective of the course is to train participants in identifying, assessing, and managing cybersecurity vulnerabilities in various systems and networks ethically. Graduates of this course will have the expertise to conduct ethical hacking operations effectively and responsibly, adhering to legal and ethical standards.
Course Description:
Week 1-2: Introduction to Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity
Day 1-3: Introduction and Ethics
- Overview of the CCI and course framework
- Ethics and legality in ethical hacking
- Cybersecurity principles and best practices
Day 4-6: Networking Fundamentals
- Basic networking concepts (TCP/IP, OSI model)
- Setting up a secure network
- Tools for network analysis
Week 3-4: System Foundations
Day 7-9: Operating Systems and Servers
- Windows, Linux, and UNIX basics
- Server configurations and vulnerabilities
- Command line proficiency
Day 10-12: Programming for Security Professionals
- Introduction to Python and scripting
- Basic programming concepts for exploit development
- Scripting for automation in cybersecurity tasks
Week 5-6: Security Basics
Day 13-15: Cryptography
- Fundamentals of cryptography
- Public and private key encryption
- Cryptanalysis and cryptographic tools
Day 16-18: Application and Web Security
- Understanding web application vulnerabilities
- Secure coding practices
- Web penetration testing tools
Week 7-8: Network and Infrastructure Security
Day 19-21: Infrastructure Hacking
- Network scanning and enumeration
- Vulnerability discovery and exploitation
- Intrusion detection systems and evasion techniques
Day 22-24: Wireless Security
- Wireless network fundamentals
- Hacking wireless networks
- Securing wireless infrastructures
Week 9-10: Advanced System Hacking Techniques
Day 25-27: System Hacking and Security
- Advanced exploitation techniques
- Rootkits and malware
- Countermeasures and defense
Day 28-30: Database Security
- SQL injection and database vulnerabilities
- Securing database servers
- Database encryption methods
Week 11-12: Specialized Areas of Ethical Hacking
Day 31-33: Mobile and IoT Security
- Hacking mobile devices
- IoT vulnerabilities and exploits
- Securing mobile and IoT devices
Day 34-36: Cloud Security
- Cloud computing concepts
- Cloud security challenges and solutions
- Penetration testing in cloud environments
Week 13-14: Real-World Applications and Scenarios
Day 37-39: Penetration Testing Methodologies
- Planning and scoping penetration tests
- Reporting and communication
- Legal aspects and compliance
Day 40-42: Advanced Penetration Testing
- Red team-blue team exercises
- Advanced attack simulations
- Tools like Metasploit, Burp Suite, etc.
Week 15-16: Incident Response and Forensics
Day 43-45: Incident Handling
- Incident response protocols
- Digital forensics basics
- Evidence collection and analysis
Day 46-48: Advanced Forensics
- Advanced forensics tools and techniques
- Forensics in network and cloud environments
- Legal considerations in digital forensics
Week 17-18: Final Assessment and Certification
Day 49-51: Review and Study Period
- Comprehensive review of course material
- Study groups and Q&A sessions
Day 52-60: Final Assessment and Project Submission
- Practical and theoretical assessments
- Ethical hacking capstone project
- CCI-Certified Legitimate Ethical Hacker certification ceremony
