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    Explore ethical hacking techniques for securing systems. Learn to identify vulnerabilities, conduct penetration testing, and implement security measures.

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    • E

      EC-Council

      Ethical Hacking Essentials (EHE)

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Threat Management, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Security, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Awareness, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Attacks, Application Security, Web Applications, Mobile Security, Internet Of Things, Authentications, Encryption, Wireless Networks

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      537 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • L

      LearnKartS

      Certified Ethical Hacking (v12)

      Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Security, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Malware Protection, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Mobile Security, Application Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Testing, Threat Detection, Information Systems Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Virtualization, Firewall, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Modeling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      174 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • L

      LearnKartS

      Ethical Hacking Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Network Security, Security Testing, Information Systems Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Ethics, Security Awareness, Web Servers, Network Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      133 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Packt

      The Complete Ethical Hacking Bootcamp: Beginner To Advanced

      Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux, Penetration Testing, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Vulnerability Scanning, Command-Line Interface, Security Testing, Scripting, Vulnerability Assessments, Scripting Languages, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Security Assessment, General Networking, Python Programming, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Firewall, Web Applications, Cyber Operations

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Introduction to Ethical Hacking

      Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Penetration Testing, Public Key Infrastructure, Threat Modeling, Cryptography, Security Testing, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Mobile Security, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Security, Threat Detection, Encryption, Operating Systems, Web Applications, Malware Protection, Technical Writing, Information Systems Security, Wireless Networks

      3.1
      Rating, 3.1 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      S

      SAE Institute México

      Ethical Hacking

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Computer Networking, General Networking, Network Protocols

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • B

      Board Infinity

      Kali Linux

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Network Monitoring, Penetration Testing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cyber Security Assessment, Linux Commands, Cybersecurity, Linux, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Software Installation, Network Analysis

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      183 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      Cybersecurity for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Governance, Computer Security Awareness Training, Threat Detection, General Networking, Vulnerability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.9K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google

      Foundations of Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Cyber Attacks, Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF), Security Strategy, Security Awareness, Cyber Risk, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Information Assurance, Data Ethics, Network Analysis, Personally Identifiable Information

      Build toward a degree

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      33K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking the Network

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Protocols, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Computer Networking, Command-Line Interface, Network Analysis, Proxy Servers

      Build toward a degree

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Metasploit for Beginners: Ethical Penetration Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Security Testing, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Command-Line Interface, Technical Documentation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • P

      Packt

      Ethical Hacking Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux, Command-Line Interface, Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, General Networking, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Ethics, System Configuration, Software Installation, Virtual Machines

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular ethical hacking courses

    • Ethical Hacking Essentials (EHE): EC-Council
    • Certified Ethical Hacking (v12): LearnKartS
    • Ethical Hacking Fundamentals: LearnKartS
    • The Complete Ethical Hacking Bootcamp: Beginner To Advanced: Packt
    • Introduction to Ethical Hacking: Johns Hopkins University
    • Ethical Hacking: SAE Institute México
    • Kali Linux: Board Infinity
    • Cybersecurity for Everyone: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Foundations of Cybersecurity: Google
    • Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking the Network: University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you can learn in Computer Security And Networks

    Cybersecurity (33)
    Google (25)
    Google Cloud Platform (17)
    Internet (17)
    Cryptography (16)
    Network Security (16)
    Linux (12)
    Software Testing (12)
    Information Security (10)
    Application Programming Interfaces (8)
    Kubernetes (8)
    Web (8)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Ethical Hacking

    Whether for cybersecurity, penetration testing, or personal interest, having a clear goal when learning ethical hacking is essential. Regular practice in network scanning, vulnerability assessment, and exploiting systems is necessary. Join communities like Reddit’s r/netsec or ethical hacking forums for tips and knowledge sharing. Work on real projects by participating in Capture The Flag (CTF) challenges. Introduction to Ethical Hacking Specialization by John Hopkins University provides a good starting point for beginners new to ethical hacking.‎

    Ethical Hacking courses on Coursera provide learners with critical cybersecurity skills:

    • Techniques for identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in various systems and networks.
    • Skills in penetration testing methodologies to assess the security of systems against cyber attacks.
    • Knowledge of common hacking tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, and Aircrack-ng.
    • Understanding of network security protocols and how to secure them against threats.
    • Best practices for securing web applications and preventing common exploits like SQL injection and cross-site scripting (XSS).
    • Legal and ethical considerations in cybersecurity, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.‎

    Ethical Hacking courses on Coursera are designed to cater to both newcomers and experienced professionals:

    • Beginners interested in cybersecurity can start with introductory courses that cover the basics of network and information security.
    • Those with some IT background can advance their skills in specific areas of ethical hacking, such as network penetration testing or malware analysis.
    • Advanced cybersecurity professionals can deepen their expertise with courses on complex hacking techniques and advanced defense strategies.‎

    Upon completing Ethical Hacking courses, learners can obtain credentials that may support their professional development:

    • Professional certificates that indicate a foundational understanding and practical skills in ethical hacking.
    • Specializations that focus on advanced topics in cybersecurity, potentially enhancing both knowledge and practical application skills.
    • Certificates that may demonstrate proficiency to employers in the cybersecurity field, potentially supporting career advancement or new opportunities.‎

    Skills in ethical hacking offer various career paths in the cybersecurity industry, including:

    • Ethical Hacker, performing authorized tests to improve system security.
    • Cybersecurity Analyst, monitoring and defending systems against security breaches.
    • Security Consultant, advising organizations on security strategies and best practices.
    • Penetration Tester, simulating cyber attacks to find vulnerabilities.
    • Information Security Manager, overseeing and directing security measures within an organization.‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including ethical hacking. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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