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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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    EDUCBA

    Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: Analyze & Defend

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Malware Protection, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Exploitation techniques, Cybersecurity, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Email Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Security, Human Factors (Security), Network Analysis, Data Persistence

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Intermediate Ethical Hacking Hands-on Training

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Metasploit, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Security Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Exploitation techniques, Brute-force attacks, Windows PowerShell, Active Directory, Network Analysis, Microsoft Windows, Wireless Networks, Scripting, Virtual Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Python Hacking: Apply, Implement & Analyze

    Skills you'll gain: Encryption, Cybersecurity, Cryptography, File I/O, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Debugging, Data Mapping, Software Testing, Data Structures

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: Analyze & Apply

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Exploitation techniques, Security Testing, Brute-force attacks, Vulnerability Assessments, Authentications, Wireless Networks, Network Security, Linux, Encryption, Microsoft Windows, Network Analysis, Data Persistence

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Practical Cybersecurity Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Penetration Testing, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, DevSecOps, Digital Forensics, Cloud Security, Patch Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Exploitation techniques, Network Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Disaster Recovery, Cryptography, Incident Management, Responsible AI, DevOps

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Social Media Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Social Media, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Scheduling, Social Media Campaigns, Content Creation, Social Media Analytics, Instagram, TikTok, Content Development and Management, Content Performance Analysis, Content Strategy, Growth Strategies, Content Optimization, Drive Engagement, Digital Marketing, Brand Awareness, Market Research

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Hacking COVID-19 — Course 1: Identifying a Deadly Pathogen

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Infectious Diseases, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Epidemiology, Computational Thinking, Microbiology

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    59 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    McMaster University

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

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Physical Stamina, Kinesiology, Time Management, Lifting Ability, Human Musculoskeletal System, Habit Formation, Health Assessment, Nutrition and Diet, Physiology, Mental Health, Goal Setting

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    819 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics and SEO, Search Engine Optimization, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Content Marketing, Web Analytics, Blogs, Content Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, Content Creation, MarTech, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Content Performance Analysis, Content Development and Management, Digital Marketing Tools, Digital Marketing, Growth Strategies, Content Strategy, Market Research, Customer Engagement

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Cape Town

    Innovative Finance: Hacking finance to change the world

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Social Impact, Financial Inclusion, Human Centered Design, Risk Management, Business Modeling, Sustainable Development, Philanthropy, Innovation, Resource Allocation, Risk Mitigation, Performance Measurement, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Partnership, Fundraising, Entrepreneurial Finance, Finance, Revenue Management, Due Diligence, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    153 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Ethical Hacking Foundations

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

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Intermediate Ethical Hacking Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Metasploit, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Vulnerability Scanning, Exploitation techniques, Security Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Hardening, Brute-force attacks, Web Applications, Cybersecurity, Firewall, Network Security, Wireless Networks, Network Analysis, SQL

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: Analyze & Defend: EDUCBA
  • Intermediate Ethical Hacking Hands-on Training: Packt
  • Python Hacking: Apply, Implement & Analyze: EDUCBA
  • Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: Analyze & Apply: EDUCBA
  • Practical Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Pearson
  • Social Media Marketing: SkillUp
  • Hacking COVID-19 — Course 1: Identifying a Deadly Pathogen: University of California San Diego
  • Hacking Exercise For Health. The surprising new science of fitness.: McMaster University
  • Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing: IBM
  • Innovative Finance: Hacking finance to change the world : University of Cape Town

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