Cybersecurity Prevention and Detection: Unit 3

Overview

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of malware analysis and incident response. Designed for beginners, you will gain hands-on experience in setting up a secure lab environment and using essential tools to analyze threats. Through engaging lessons and practical lab exercises, you'll explore the intricacies of malware packet analysis, dynamic analysis, and file persistence. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with the skills to identify, analyze, and respond to various cyber threats, enhancing your ability to protect organizational systems effectively.

Syllabus

Malware and Incident Response

This module provides you with an understanding of basic malware analysis and of how to respond to incidents when they happen. You will also explore the basics of how malware works and of how to set up a safe environment to analyze malware in a lab. This course is meant to be an introduction to simple tools and techniques for those new to cyber security.