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Hacking Courses

Hacking courses can help you learn network security, penetration testing, ethical hacking techniques, and vulnerability assessment. You can build skills in threat analysis, incident response, and secure coding practices. Many courses introduce tools like Metasploit, Wireshark, and Burp Suite, that support testing and securing systems against potential attacks.

Popular Hacking Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Foundations of Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Metasploit, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, Security Testing, Active Directory, Exploitation techniques, Network Security, Virtual Machines, Virtualization, System Configuration, Virtual Networking, Authentications, Linux, Wireless Networks, Web Applications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Network Attacks, Web Hacking, and Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Mobile Security, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Cryptography, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Wireless Networks, Encryption, Application Security, Exploitation techniques, Web Applications, Cloud Security, Internet Of Things

    4.9 stars, 20 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (20) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Cybersecurity Essentials: Security Expert, Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Governance, Endpoint Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cyber Attacks, Security Controls, Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Awareness, Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Policies, Governance, Disaster Recovery, Cyber Risk, Security Testing, Business Continuity Planning, Information Systems Security, Risk Management, Compliance Reporting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • M

    McMaster University

    Hacking Exercise For Health. The surprising new science of fitness.

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Physical Stamina, Lifting Ability, Human Musculoskeletal System, Nutrition and Diet, Physiology, Mental Health

    4.7 stars, 820 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (820) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    The Ultimate Kali Linux Book

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Metasploit, Exploitation techniques, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Testing, Cybersecurity, Human Factors (Security), Risk Mitigation, Threat Modeling, Active Directory, Application Security, Test Tools, Authentications, Network Security, Authorization (Computing), Web Applications, Remote Access Systems, Linux

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Ethical Hacking Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Security Testing, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Scanning, Application Security, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Assessments, Computer Security, Information Systems Security, Cyber Attacks, Network Security, AI Security, Security Awareness, Cloud Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cyber Risk, Network Analysis

    4.6 stars, 202 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (202) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: Learn & Secure

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Scanning, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Analysis, Linux, System Configuration, Virtual Machines, Operating Systems, Workflow Management

    4.8 stars, 32 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (32) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Ethical Hacking - Capture the Flag Walkthroughs - v2

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Documentation, Cybersecurity, System Configuration, Virtual Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    System Hacking, Malware Threats, and Network Attacks

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Exploitation techniques, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Human Factors (Security), Network Protocols

    4.7 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (11) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Complete Hacking Guide - Recon, Phishing & Malware

    Skills you'll gain: Metasploit, Penetration Testing, Hardening, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Exploitation techniques, Mobile Security, Security Awareness, Malware Protection, Network Security, Remote Access Systems, Virtual Machines, Virtualization and Virtual Machines

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking the Network

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Exploitation techniques, Cybersecurity, Encryption, General Networking, Command-Line Interface, Network Analysis, Proxy Servers

    4.6 stars, 15 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (15) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • S

    SkillUp

    Introduction to Ethical Hacking Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Data Ethics, Computer Security, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

    4.7 stars, 112 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (112) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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