Sector-specific

Malware and malicious code

Cybersecurity 40 hours

Introduction

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, the threat posed by malware and malicious codes is more critical than ever. With cyber threats becoming increasingly sophisticated, there is a growing demand for skilled professionals who can effectively combat these challenges. Our Malware and Malicious Codes course is designed to equip you with essential knowledge about basic attack concepts, various types of malware, and the intricacies of vulnerabilities, exploits, and payloads. By enrolling, you’ll gain the expertise needed to identify, analyse, and mitigate these threats. This course offers a unique opportunity to enhance your cybersecurity skills, making you a valuable asset in a field experiencing unprecedented demand. As organisations prioritise cybersecurity, your understanding of these fundamental concepts will position you for a promising career in an ever-expanding industry. Join us online to stay ahead in the cybersecurity realm and become a key defender against the digital threats of tomorrow.

Objectives

- To understand basic attack concepts and their implications.

- To identify and classify different types of malware effectively.

- To analyse vulnerabilities and their impact on systems.

- To explore various exploits and their payload mechanisms.

- To evaluate the risks associated with different malware types.

- To develop strategies to mitigate malware attacks.

- To enhance skills in recognising and responding to threats.

Table of Contents

UNIT 1. BASIC ATTACK CONCEPTS
Introduction
Malware definition and types
Static and dynamic analysis
Terminology
Unit summary
UNIT 2. MALWARE TYPE (I)
Introduction
Viruses and worms
Trojans
Spyware and Phising
Unit summary
UNIT 3. MALWARE TYPE (II)
Introduction
Rootkits
Ransomware
Other types
Unit summary
UNIT 4. VULNERABILITIES, EXPLOITS, AND PAYLOADS.
Introduction
Metasploit architecture
Exploits
Payloads
Unit summary

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