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Cyber Warfare
This comprehensive syllabus is designed to prepare participants for real-world cybersecurity challenges. It covers critical topics such as reconnaissance, payload development, exploitation, post-exploitation, and reporting. By combining theoretical knowledge with extensive hands-on practice, the curriculum equips learners with the skills necessary to identify vulnerabilities, execute advanced attacks, and secure systems against adversarial threats. Through modular learning, participants will gain proficiency in both foundational and advanced techniques, mirroring the requirements of professional penetration testers.
Program Code: ZX310
Package: ZX Offense​
Level: 6​
Course Information
Prerequisites
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Networking Knowledge
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Linux & Windows OS
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Experience with Nmap & Msfconsole
Duration Options
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Self-paced: 5-10 week
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Trainer-led: 48 hours
Core Features of Cyberium Arena
Labs
Enhance training with defense and attack tasks.
Books
Tailored coursebooks for cybersecurity studies.
Scenarios
Diverse situations mimicking real professional challenges.
Projects
Integrated projects to demonstrate acquired knowledge.
Module 1: Reconnaissance and Red-Teaming Basics
Automating Password Attacks
Learn to execute offline and online password attacks efficiently.
Manual Enumeration
Develop skills in gathering critical information about target systems.
CVE Research
Explore databases and conduct exploitation research.
Manual Exploitation
Master the art of exploiting vulnerabilities without automated tools.
This module sets the foundation for advanced exploitation techniques, focusing on building solid reconnaissance skills and understanding the lifecycle of attacks.
Module 2: Advanced Payloads and Evasion Techniques
Crafting Undetectable Payloads
Learn to create payloads that bypass modern security systems. Understand DLL hijacking and injection vulnerabilities to enhance payload effectiveness.
Obfuscation Techniques
Master the art of obfuscating scripts and payloads to evade detection. Explore advanced tools for payload customization and learn techniques to bypass antivirus systems and firewalls.
This module bridges the gap between payload creation and advanced evasion techniques, ensuring participants can execute undetectable attacks that mimic real-world adversarial tactics.
Module 3: Domain Attacks
Network Traffic Analysis
Learn passive monitoring techniques to gather crucial intelligence.
Authentication Exploits
Understand and exploit Kerberos and NTLM mechanisms.
Advanced Attack Techniques
Master Kerberoasting, Pass-the-Hash, and SMB relay attacks.
Lateral Movement
Develop skills for navigating across domain environments.
This module emphasizes automation and scripting to streamline complex attack processes in enterprise-level domain environments.
Module 4: Exploitation Techniques (Part 1)
Buffer Overflow Exploits
Master the art of exploiting buffer overflow vulnerabilities and crafting custom shellcode for targeted attacks.
Web Shell Deployment
Learn techniques for deploying and maintaining web shells to ensure persistent access to compromised systems.
Privilege Escalation
Explore advanced privilege escalation techniques for both Linux and Windows systems, including kernel exploits.
This module focuses on mastering critical exploitation techniques, emphasizing hands-on labs to ensure real-world applicability and proficiency.
Module 4: Post-Exploitation Techniques (Part 2)
Tunneling
Learn to pivot into isolated networks using tools like ProxyChains.
Data Exfiltration
Master techniques for securely extracting sensitive data using encrypted channels.
Persistence
Explore methods to maintain long-term access to compromised systems.
This part of Module 4 focuses on post-exploitation strategies to secure access, maintain persistence, and extract valuable data from compromised systems.
Module 5: Exam Preparation Strategies
Time Management
Prioritize exam targets effectively.
Technical Accuracy
Refine skills through hands-on labs.
Documentation
Practice efficient evidence collection.
Reporting
Master concise, actionable report writing.
This module prepares participants for professional certification exams, including the OSCP, focusing on strategies to excel under time pressure and demonstrate comprehensive skills.
Advanced Reporting Techniques
Report Structure
Learn to organize findings logically and effectively for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Vulnerability Scoring
Master industry-standard methods for categorizing and prioritizing vulnerabilities by severity.
Templating
Utilize efficient templates and tools for consistent, professional-grade documentation.
This section of Module 5 focuses on developing the critical skill of translating technical findings into clear, actionable reports for stakeholders.
Hands-On Labs and Practical Application
Foundational Skills
Practice basic reconnaissance and enumeration.
Exploitation Techniques
Apply learned concepts in simulated environments.
Advanced Scenarios
Tackle complex, multi-stage attack simulations.
Real-World Challenges
Face scenarios mirroring professional penetration tests.
Throughout the syllabus, hands-on labs provide essential practice, allowing participants to apply theoretical knowledge to realistic scenarios, enhancing their readiness for real-world challenges.