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Ethical Password Cracking

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Ethical Password Cracking

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11 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

11 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Understand the principles of password security and storage
Discover how to identify and extract password hashes from different systems
Learn to apply dictionary and brute-force attacks effectively

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There are 11 modules in this course

In this course, you will delve into the world of password cracking and security, learning essential techniques used by cybersecurity professionals. With tools like John the Ripper and Hashcat, you’ll gain hands-on experience in breaking password protections and understanding password vulnerabilities. This skill is critical in identifying security flaws and strengthening your defenses in a professional setting.

Through a series of lessons, you will explore the core concepts of password security, from credential storage to common cracking techniques. The course equips you with the knowledge to assess system vulnerabilities and protect against unauthorized access. You will gain practical experience setting up a secure, multi-platform password-cracking environment, and learn ethical considerations in this high-stakes domain. What sets this course apart is its combination of theoretical knowledge with real-world application. You'll be given the chance to use industry-leading tools to solve practical password challenges, ensuring you gain both theoretical insights and hands-on expertise in ethical hacking. This course is tailored for cybersecurity professionals, ethical hackers, and penetration testers who wish to broaden their skill set. A basic understanding of Linux and Windows operating systems is recommended, making it ideal for those who already have an interest in ethical hacking and penetration testing.

This section covers password-cracking methods, storage techniques, and security risks. Learn how to protect systems from unauthorized access.

What's included

2 videos3 readings1 assignment

2 videos Total 1 minute

Course Overview 1 minute
Password Storage: Math, Probability, and Complexity - Overview Video 1 minute

3 readings Total 30 minutes

Introduction 10 minutes
Partial Knowledge Also Known as Mask Attacks 10 minutes
Why Are Some Passwords Easier to Crack Than Others 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 10 minutes

Password Security and Cracking Fundamentals 10 minutes

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Yes, you can preview the first video and view the syllabus before you enroll. You must purchase the course to access content not included in the preview.

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Ethical Password Cracking

Ethical Password Cracking

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