System & Network Security Essentials

Overview

Modern cyberattacks target systems, networks, cloud infrastructure, and connected devices — and organizations need professionals who understand how these attacks really work. This course lays the groundwork for system and network security by examining real-world threat-attack techniques, malware behavior, and other network evasion tactics common to most modern breaches. You will learn about the mechanics of password attacks, authentication vulnerabilities, privilege escalation principles, malware propagation patterns, as well as static and dynamic analysis details. The course also covers network sniffing, ARP poisoning, IDS/IPS detection logic, firewall evasion concepts, and Endpoint bypass techniques. Then, you will be exposed to the latest threat trends such as AI-based malware, ransomware-as-a-service ecosystem, cloud privilege escalation risk, and IoT/OT attack surface. Designed for security-focused learners, this course strengthens attacker methodology understanding while reinforcing defensive monitoring and detection perspectives used in real enterprise security operations. Disclaimer: CEH is a trademark of EC-Council. This course is not affiliated with or endorsed by EC-Council.

Syllabus

System Security And Malware Threats — Attack Techniques and Defense Strategies

This module covers password attacks, malware propagation, and network sniffing. By the end of the module, learners gain insight into enhancing their ability to safeguard systems against cyber threats.

Network Security and Evasion Techniques — How Modern Attacks Bypass Controls

This module covers network defenses and evasion strategies. By the end of this module, participants will possess a comprehensive understanding of various network security measures and techniques to circumvent them.