Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity Practice Exam
Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity
About Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity Exam
The Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity Exam assesses candidates on their ability to identify vulnerabilities, prevent cyberattacks, and ethically test systems for security flaws. It ensures proficiency in securing systems, networks, and applications from internal and external threats.
Who should take the Exam?
This exam is ideal for:
- Cybersecurity professionals and ethical hackers
- IT administrators responsible for network security
- Penetration testers and vulnerability assessors
- Students and professionals pursuing cybersecurity careers
- Bug bounty hunters and freelance security testers
- Security auditors and consultants
- Developers building secure applications
Skills Required
- Understanding of operating systems, networks, and protocols
- Knowledge of common attack types and vulnerabilities
- Familiarity with hacking tools and penetration testing methods
- Ability to write scripts or use automated tools
- Critical thinking and problem-solving in security scenarios
Knowledge Gained
- Principles and practices of ethical hacking
- Penetration testing methodologies
- Network, application, and system security essentials
- Cybersecurity laws, ethics, and frameworks
- Hands-on exposure to security tools and exploits
Course Outline
The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) Exam covers the following topics -
Domain 1 – Introduction to Ethical Hacking
- Role and responsibilities of ethical hackers
- Types of hackers and hacking phases
- Cyber laws and ethics
Domain 2 – Footprinting and Reconnaissance
- Information gathering techniques
- WHOIS, DNS, and social engineering reconnaissance
- Online tools and footprinting countermeasures
Domain 3 – Scanning Networks and Enumeration
- Port scanning and network scanning techniques
- Common tools: Nmap, Netcat, Angry IP Scanner
- Enumerating users, shares, and services
Domain 4 – Vulnerability Analysis
- Identifying vulnerabilities using automated scanners
- Manual vulnerability assessment techniques
- Common vulnerabilities and exposures (CVEs)
Domain 5 – System Hacking
- Password cracking techniques
- Privilege escalation and maintaining access
- Covering tracks and clearing logs
Domain 6 – Malware and Social Engineering
- Types of malware: trojans, ransomware, worms
- Techniques used in phishing and impersonation attacks
- Preventing and mitigating malware threats
Domain 7 – Web Application Security
- Common web attacks: SQL injection, XSS, CSRF
- OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities
- Securing web servers and applications
Domain 8 – Wireless and Network Security
- Securing Wi-Fi networks (WEP, WPA, WPA2)
- Sniffing, spoofing, and MITM attacks
- Defense mechanisms and best practices
Domain 9 – Penetration Testing and Reporting
- Pen test planning and engagement rules
- Post-exploitation and report writing
- Legal considerations and scope management
