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Cyber Security & Ethical Hacking Foundations

Learn defensive security fundamentals, ethical hacking concepts and common web/network risks in a responsible lab environment.

NetworkingLinuxWeb SecurityOWASPSecurity Tools
Admissions Open
₹24,999 Indicative fee — update before production launch

Duration14 Weeks
FormatOnline / Classroom
LevelBeginner → Intermediate
ScheduleWeekday / Weekend batches

Course overview

Build a practical cyber security foundation covering networking, Linux, authentication, web vulnerabilities, OWASP concepts, security testing methodology and defensive practices. Activities are limited to authorised lab environments.

What you will be able to do

Understand common security threats
Analyse basic network/service exposure
Recognise major web vulnerabilities
Apply defensive hardening concepts
Document security findings responsibly

Curriculum

Security & Networking3 Weeks
Threat concepts
TCP/IP foundations
Ports and services
Linux & Reconnaissance2 Weeks
Linux security basics
Enumeration concepts
Asset discovery in labs
Web Application Security4 Weeks
OWASP categories
Input validation
Authentication/session risks
Defensive Security2 Weeks
Hardening
Logging
Incident response concepts
Security Assessment Project3 Weeks
Authorised lab assessment
Risk reporting
Remediation recommendations

Projects you can build

Web Security Assessment Report

Assess a deliberately vulnerable training application and write remediation-focused findings.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need prior experience?

The entry requirement depends on the course level. Beginner courses start from fundamentals; intermediate tracks expect basic programming or domain knowledge.

Will I build projects?

Yes. Every course includes practical labs and one or more projects designed to help you demonstrate the skills you learn.

Is a certificate included?

Yes. A completion certificate can be issued after meeting attendance, assessment and project requirements.

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