Ethical Hacking Home Lab: Capture the Flag Cyber Security 2.0
Enhance your penetration testing skills with real-world Capture the Flag (CTF) challenges. Learn advanced exploitation techniques, privilege escalation, and manual hacking methods to prepare for cybersecurity assessments and certifications.
Last update: Feb 2023
Audio Language: English
Subtitles/Captions: Yes
Type of Training: Online self-paced
Focus: Virtual Hacking Labs, Penetration Testing Training Courses
Caption Language: English
What You’ll Learn
This Capture the Flag course will teach you:
- Lab Build:
Set up a virtual penetration testing lab using Kali Linux and VirtualBox. - Basic Skills:
Conduct manual penetration tests using reconnaissance and enumeration techniques. - Unique Challenges:
Gain hands-on experience with CTF challenges like Toppo, Lampiao, DC-1, and SickOS 1.1. - Practical Attacks:
Exploit web and system vulnerabilities to gain root access.
- Real Skill Application:
Develop advanced skills for OSCP and real-world ethical hacking. - Scripting:
Work with scripting in Python and PHP to aid in exploitation. - Pentesting Tools:
Use common pentesting tools like Nmap, Metasploit, and Burp Suite. - Networking Knowledge:
Troubleshoot networking issues in a virtualized environment.
Included in the Ethical Hacking Home Lab Course
2 Hours of On-Demand Video
5 Downloadable Resources
4 Articles
Access on Mobile
Certificate of Completion
Suitable for the Following Careers
Course Content
PREVIEW COURSESection 1: Course Overview
1. Course Overview
Preview
Section 2: Building Your Virtual Lab Enviorment
Section 3: Troubleshooting VirtualBox
Section 4: Capture the Flag Walkthrough - Toppo
Section 5: Capture the Flag Walkthrough - Lampiao
Section 6: Capture the Flag Walkthrough - DC-1
Section 7: Capture the Flag Walkthrough - SickOS 1.1
Audio Version of Training
OPEN FULL CURRICULUM
Bonus Lecture - Whats Next?Requirements
A PC or Mac with virtualization capabilities (8GB RAM recommended).
Prior ethical hacking experience (not for beginners).
Comfort using the Linux command-line interface.
Basic familiarity with penetration testing tools.
Willingness to learn manual hacking techniques.
Description of Ethical Hacking Home Lab: Capture the Flag Cyber Security Training
This course is designed for ethical hackers and penetration testers looking to refine their hands-on skills through Capture the Flag (CTF) exercises and build their own homelab. It builds on previous ethical hacking knowledge and introduces new challenges, attack vectors, and methodologies. You'll set up a virtual lab, analyze vulnerabilities, and exploit them to gain system access.
The course covers multiple CTF scenarios in various categories, including Toppo, Lampiao, DC-1, and SickOS 1.1, each virtual machine requiring advanced enumeration and exploitation techniques. Unlike automated scanning, this course emphasizes manual hacking methods to strengthen your problem-solving abilities and prepare you for professional penetration testing roles.
- Hands-on CTF hacking with step-by-step write ups.
- Manual exploitation techniques over automated scanning.
- Privilege escalation strategies for Linux-based systems.
- Reconnaissance and enumeration methodologies.
- Scripting for penetration testing (Python, PHP).
- Advanced troubleshooting for virtualized environments.
- Strengthened cybersecurity skills, mindset, and methodology.
By completing these exercises, you'll gain valuable experience applicable to cybersecurity competitions and real-world engagements.
Who Is This Course For
This course is designed for penetration testers, ethical hackers, and security professionals looking to sharpen their practical hacking skills. It’s ideal for those preparing for OSCP, security competitions, or hands-on assessments.
Course Instructor
Prof. K
Prof. K is a seasoned technology expert with a Master of Science in Cyber Security from UMUC (2015) and a Master of Science in Information Technology from Capella University (2007). Since 1998, he has held various roles, including Microsoft Support Technician, Microsoft Certified Trainer, Technology Support Specialist, Senior Network Technology Consultant, IT Auditor, and currently, owner and operator of CLK Technology Solutions in Tucson, Arizona.
His expertise is designing, building, and supporting network infrastructures and security. Prof. K has taught online since 2008 and works with several online universities and colleges.
He holds multiple certifications, including MCTS in Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Applications Infrastructure, and Network Infrastructure Configuration, as well as A+, Network+, Security+, CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist (CSIS), and CompTIA IT Operations Specialist (CIOS). Prof. K's extensive experience and credentials make him a highly skilled and knowledgeable instructor in the field of technology.
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Testimonials
John H.
Professor K.'s courses are fantastic. I love that Cliff keeps it simple and still conveys a wealth of knowledge about pentesting/CTF. He makes it look easy and I always learn something new!
Terence
Great way to build on top of knowledge learned from part 1 of this series. Overall good course to learn how to find flags the manual way.
Kevin S.
Prof K is an amazing teacher. I recommend anyone who is interested in Ethical Hacking to take his courses.
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