Hands-on Capture the Flag Hacking Practice Labs 1.0

Boost your penetration testing skill levels with hands-on labs using Kali Linux and vulnerable virtual machines. Learn enumeration, exploitation, and privilege escalation while sharpening your cybersecurity skills for OSCP, CTFs, and real-world assessments.

4.8
(1,400)
13,000 Students
4.5+ Hours
Stage 4 - Advanced

Last update: {July 2024}

Audio Language: English

Subtitles/Captions: Yes

Caption Language: English

Focus: Virtual Hacking Labs, Penetration Testing Training Courses

Type of Training: Online, self-paced

Hands-on Capture the Flag Hacking Practice Labs 1.0

What You’ll Learn

This hands-on capture the flag lab will teach you:

  • Pentesting Tools: Use tools like Nmap, Dirb, and enum4linux to gather intelligence on targets
  • Post-Exploitation Techniques: Escalate privileges to gain root access
  • Custom Homelab Setup: Set up and configure a home penetration testing lab using free resources
  • Different Targets: Work with Windows and Linux-based targets in hands-on scenarios, preparing your for a real world environment
  • Initial Access: Perform remote exploitation of intentionally vulnerable systems
  • Advanced Skills: Develop skills in buffer overflow attacks and vulnerability analysis
  • Network Monitoring: Analyze network traffic and exploit vulnerabilities like EternalBlue and Heartbleed

Included in the Hands-on Capture the Flag Hacking Practice Labs

4.5 Hours of On-Demand Video

17 Downloadable Resources

Access on Mobile

Certificate of Completion

Suitable for the Following Careers

Penetration Tester,

Ethical Hacker

Cyber Security Analyst

Cyber Security Engineer

Course Content

Training Overview

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icon-yt Video Overview Preview

Hands-on Labs

icon-yt Introduction Preview
icon-yt Overview of Lab Commands and Tools Preview
icon-yt Bonus Lab - Kali Linux 2020 Preview
icon-yt Download and Configure Kali Linux Preview
icon-yt Download Vulnerable Lab VMs Preview
icon-yt Kioptrix Level 1 - Enumeration and Exploitation Preview
icon-yt Kioptrix Level 2 - Enumeration and Exploitation Preview
icon-yt Kioptrix Level 3 - Enumeration and Exploitation Preview
icon-yt Kioptrix Level 4 - Enumeration and Exploitation Preview
icon-yt Kioptrix Level 5 - Enumeration and Exploitation Preview
icon-yt Tr0ll 1 - Enumeration and Exploitation Preview
icon-yt Tr0ll 2 - Enumeration and Exploitation Preview
icon-yt Bonus Lab 1 Security Onion Lab Setup with VirtualBox Preview
icon-yt Bonus Lab 2 Windows 7 Eternalblue Vulnerable VM VirtualBox Setup Preview
icon-yt Bonus Lab 3 Windows 7 Eternalblue Exploitation and SnortPCAP Analysis Preview
icon-yt Bonus Lab 4 Ubuntu Server 12.04 Vulnerable VM VirtualBox Setup Preview
icon-yt Bonus Lab 5 Ubuntu Server 12.04 Heartbleed Exploitation and SnortPCAP Analysis Preview
icon-yt Bonus Lab 6 SLMail Buffer Overflow Development Preview

Requirements

Basic Linux and networking knowledge

A computer with at least 2GB RAM (8GB preferred)

Virtualization software (VMware Player or VirtualBox)

Kali Linux installation

Description of Hands-on Capture the Flag Training

This course offers a practical, hands-on approach to ethical hacking, focusing on enumeration, exploitation, and privilege escalation. You'll work with a variety of vulnerable virtual machines, using Kali Linux and industry-standard penetration testing tools to compromise systems step by step.

The labs cover a range of targets, including Kioptrix, Tr0ll, and Windows-based systems, providing exposure to different attack vectors. You'll also explore Security Onion for network monitoring and forensic analysis. With bonus labs on EternalBlue and Heartbleed exploitation, this course gives you hands-on experience with critical vulnerabilities, reinforcing essential information security skills.

  • Perform reconnaissance and active scanning on networks
  • Exploit Linux and Windows vulnerabilities in penetration testing scenarios
  • Bypass security controls and escalate privileges
  • Apply offensive security techniques in a controlled environment
  • Conduct forensic analysis with Security Onion and Snort

By practicing with real-world scenarios, you'll gain the confidence and expertise needed for ethical hacking challenges, penetration testing roles, and certification exams like OSCP and CEH.

Who Is This Course For

This course is ideal for cybersecurity students, penetration testers, and ethical hackers looking to gain hands-on experience with real-world hacking scenarios.

Course Instructor

StationX

StationX has been an award-winning, leading provider of online cybersecurity training and consultancy services since 1999. Through hands-on learning experiences, StationX offers the most engaging and effective way to learn real-world concepts and skills essential for a successful cyber career.

StationX has built and aggregated over 1,000 classes, virtual labs, practice tests, and exam simulations covering cybersecurity, hacking, penetration testing, certifications, Linux, networking, and cloud computing. Their training has benefited more than 250,000 students in 195+ countries, earning them the prestigious AI Cyber Security Educator of the Year 2020 Award.

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Testimonials

Anonymous

Michael J.

Excellent course. I learned much from the video content.

The instructor, Mr. Jesse Kurrus, is very knowledgeable and I like his hands-on approach to teaching this course.

Thanks for creating this course.

Anonymous

Penny W.

Jesse is one of the best instructors I've found. By creating a hands-on course, I learned so much more than just watching a video. His instructions were clear, easy to follow, and his pace was well-suited for new learners. I highly recommend this course for any person who wants to learn the basics of pen testing.

Anonymous

Phillip H.

Jesse speaks clearly, explains his actions, and reveals some deep-dive knowledge in some cases. Glad I got this course!

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