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Foundations of Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux

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Foundations of Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

7 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Build and configure a penetration testing lab using Kali Linux.

  • Conduct passive and active reconnaissance to gather target information.

  • Perform vulnerability assessments to identify and analyze security risks.

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July 2026

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7 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 7 modules in this course

This module introduces the foundational concepts of ethical hacking, including key cybersecurity terminology, threat actor motivations, and the methodologies used in penetration testing. Learners will explore the phases of penetration testing, threat modeling, vulnerability analysis, and the Cyber Kill Chain framework to understand how security professionals assess and defend against cyber threats.

What's included

1 video10 readings1 assignment

This module guides learners through the process of creating a safe, virtualized environment for ethical hacking practice. You will set up hypervisors, deploy Kali Linux and vulnerable systems, and configure networks to simulate real-world penetration testing scenarios. By the end, you'll be equipped to safely explore and test cybersecurity tools and techniques.

What's included

1 video8 readings1 assignment

This module guides learners through the process of setting up a realistic penetration testing environment, including configuring Active Directory domains, virtual machines, and wireless authentication services. Participants will gain hands-on experience simulating vulnerable network scenarios to better understand advanced red teaming techniques.

What's included

1 video6 readings1 assignment

This module introduces learners to passive reconnaissance techniques used in ethical hacking, focusing on gathering information stealthily through open source intelligence (OSINT). You will explore methods for anonymizing your online presence using tools like ProxyChains and TOR, and learn best practices for collecting and analyzing data without alerting the target.

What's included

1 video7 readings1 assignment

This module introduces key open-source intelligence (OSINT) techniques for cybersecurity, including domain reconnaissance, DNS zone transfers, and automated data collection using specialized tools. Learners will gain hands-on experience with platforms like SpiderFoot, Shodan, Censys, Netcraft, and theHarvester to identify exposed systems and assess organizational vulnerabilities.

What's included

1 video8 readings1 assignment

This module introduces hands-on techniques for discovering live hosts, identifying open ports and services, and gathering detailed information about networked systems. Learners will practice active scanning, stealth techniques, and enumeration methods to enhance their ethical hacking and penetration testing skills. The module also covers strategies for detecting data leaks in cloud environments.

What's included

1 video8 readings1 assignment

This module guides learners through the process of conducting vulnerability assessments using industry-standard tools such as Nessus, Nmap, OpenVAS, and Metasploit. Participants will learn how to identify and analyze security weaknesses, generate comprehensive reports, and recommend remediation strategies to strengthen organizational security.

What's included

1 video6 readings1 assignment

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