About this course
The course is designed to equip learners with the essential skills to identify, exploit, and defend against some of the most common application-level vulnerabilities in modern computing. Applications power today’s digital world, but they also introduce unique attack surfaces that cybercriminals exploit. This course provides hands-on experience with real-world techniques used to compromise applications, paired with defensive strategies to mitigate those threats.
Learners begin with an introduction to application architecture and security fundamentals, establishing a strong foundation for understanding how vulnerabilities emerge. The course then explores tools such as OWASP Zed Attack Proxy (ZAP), Hamster and Ferret, and Morpheus, providing practical exposure to industry-standard security testing utilities.
Participants will practice cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, including persistent XSS demonstrations, before progressing to advanced exploits such as buffer overflows and heap spraying. Real-world demonstrations illustrate how attackers manipulate memory and application behavior, while detailed explanations guide learners in both offensive and defensive approaches. The course concludes with hacking AJAX-based applications, emphasizing vulnerabilities in dynamic, client-server communication.
Each chapter integrates practical exercises to immediately reinforce skills, ensuring that learners not only understand the concepts but can apply them in simulated penetration testing environments.
With cybersecurity roles in high demand and entry-level positions commanding competitive salaries, this course is ideal for both beginners and IT professionals seeking to strengthen their knowledge, gain certification readiness, and build a career in cybersecurity. By the end of the course, learners will have developed the technical expertise needed to perform application penetration testing and to secure applications against common exploitation techniques.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
1. Explain application security principles and attack surfaces.
2. Use tools such as OWASP ZAP, Hamster and Ferret, and Morpheus.
3. Conduct and mitigate cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
4. Understand and exploit buffer overflows and heap spraying techniques.
5. Identify vulnerabilities in AJAX applications.
6. Apply hands-on skills to prepare for cybersecurity certification exams.
Target Audience
• Beginners aspiring to start a career in cybersecurity.
• IT professionals preparing for certification exams.
• Security enthusiasts seeking practical penetration testing skills.
• Developers and administrators interested in securing applications.
Prerequisites
• Basic understanding of computer networks and operating systems.
• Familiarity with web technologies (HTML, JavaScript) is helpful but not mandatory.
• No prior penetration testing experience required—this course is beginner-friendly.
Learners begin with an introduction to application architecture and security fundamentals, establishing a strong foundation for understanding how vulnerabilities emerge. The course then explores tools such as OWASP Zed Attack Proxy (ZAP), Hamster and Ferret, and Morpheus, providing practical exposure to industry-standard security testing utilities.
Participants will practice cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, including persistent XSS demonstrations, before progressing to advanced exploits such as buffer overflows and heap spraying. Real-world demonstrations illustrate how attackers manipulate memory and application behavior, while detailed explanations guide learners in both offensive and defensive approaches. The course concludes with hacking AJAX-based applications, emphasizing vulnerabilities in dynamic, client-server communication.
Each chapter integrates practical exercises to immediately reinforce skills, ensuring that learners not only understand the concepts but can apply them in simulated penetration testing environments.
With cybersecurity roles in high demand and entry-level positions commanding competitive salaries, this course is ideal for both beginners and IT professionals seeking to strengthen their knowledge, gain certification readiness, and build a career in cybersecurity. By the end of the course, learners will have developed the technical expertise needed to perform application penetration testing and to secure applications against common exploitation techniques.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
1. Explain application security principles and attack surfaces.
2. Use tools such as OWASP ZAP, Hamster and Ferret, and Morpheus.
3. Conduct and mitigate cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
4. Understand and exploit buffer overflows and heap spraying techniques.
5. Identify vulnerabilities in AJAX applications.
6. Apply hands-on skills to prepare for cybersecurity certification exams.
Target Audience
• Beginners aspiring to start a career in cybersecurity.
• IT professionals preparing for certification exams.
• Security enthusiasts seeking practical penetration testing skills.
• Developers and administrators interested in securing applications.
Prerequisites
• Basic understanding of computer networks and operating systems.
• Familiarity with web technologies (HTML, JavaScript) is helpful but not mandatory.
• No prior penetration testing experience required—this course is beginner-friendly.
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