Incident Response for Windows

Incident Response for Windows

Instructor: Packt - Course Instructors

What you'll learn

Explore investigative procedures applicable to Windows systems
Analyze Windows-based endpoints using advanced techniques
Conduct infrastructure-wide analyses to identify cybersecurity incidents

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Assessments

13 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 13 modules in this course

This course provides an in-depth, hands-on guide to managing incident response in Windows environments. You will learn how to detect, analyze, and mitigate cyber threats that target Windows-based systems, giving you the tools needed to safeguard your organization’s infrastructure. With a focus on real-world applications, this course ensures that learners understand how to handle sophisticated attacks and effectively secure their systems.

Throughout the course, you will master techniques for proactive threat hunting and response planning. By applying actionable strategies, you will learn how to tackle cyberattacks head-on and minimize their impact. This course will equip you with the skills to detect and respond to attacks quickly and efficiently, protecting your organization from advanced threats. What sets this course apart is its combination of theoretical knowledge and real-world application. You’ll not only understand the framework for incident response but also be guided through practical scenarios that reflect actual challenges faced in Windows environments. The course draws from real-world experience, ensuring that every lesson is valuable and immediately applicable. This course is designed for IT professionals, cybersecurity practitioners, and incident response teams, especially those working in or with Windows-based systems. A basic understanding of Windows systems and cybersecurity concepts is recommended for optimal learning outcomes.

In this section, we examine Windows-specific threat vectors, threat actor motivations, and threat intelligence frameworks to enhance proactive risk management and response strategies.

What's included

2 videos6 readings1 assignment

2 videosTotal 2 minutes

Course Overview1 minute
Introduction to the Threat Landscape - Overview Video1 minute

6 readingsTotal 100 minutes

Introduction30 minutes
Types of Threat Actors and Their Motivations10 minutes
Ransomware10 minutes
Other Financially-Motivated Groups10 minutes
Insider Threats10 minutes
Wrapping up30 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 10 minutes

Cyber Threat Landscape and Ransomware Fundamentals10 minutes

In this section, we analyze the attack life cycle phases for Windows systems, map MITRE ATT&CK tactics to unified kill chain stages, and design incident response strategies based on attack stages.

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1 video5 readings1 assignment

In this section, we cover incident response strategies for Windows systems, focusing on detection, verification, and containment.

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1 video3 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore methods for collecting volatile and non-volatile forensic evidence from endpoints, emphasizing best practices for preservation and analysis in incident response.

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1 video3 readings1 assignment

In this section, we examine Phase 1 of the unified kill chain, focusing on initial access techniques like public-facing application exploits, spear-phishing, and drive-by compromises. Key forensic artifacts and analysis methods are discussed to detect and mitigate early-stage threats.

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1 video2 readings1 assignment

In this section, we examine post-exploitation techniques, focusing on C2 communication, registry persistence, and event log analysis to detect and mitigate advanced threats.

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1 video2 readings1 assignment

In this section, we examine network discovery techniques, key asset identification, and methods to detect and mitigate such activities in a Windows environment.

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1 video3 readings1 assignment

In this section, we examine network propagation in cyberattacks, focusing on lateral movement in Windows, detection strategies, and cyclical attack stages to enhance defensive measures.

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1 video2 readings1 assignment

In this section, we examine data types targeted by attackers, techniques for data collection and exfiltration, and methods for detection to enhance defensive strategies.

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1 video1 reading1 assignment

In this section, we examine the direct and indirect impacts of security incidents, including data loss and reputational damage, and focus on strategies for effective impact assessment and mitigation.

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1 video2 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore proactive threat hunting strategies, focusing on leveraging threat intelligence, anomaly detection, and known threat actor TTPs to identify and prevent cyber attacks early.

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1 video3 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore incident containment, eradication, and recovery strategies, focusing on isolating systems, removing threats, and restoring operations using structured playbooks for efficient incident response.