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Ethical Hacking

3 Months – 1 Year Diploma ₹20,000 – ₹2.5 Lakhs Avg. Salary: ₹4 – ₹10 LPA

About EH

Ethical Hacking is a professional cybersecurity course that trains students to identify, analyze, and fix security vulnerabilities in computer systems, networks, web applications, cloud environments, and mobile applications using legal and authorized hacking techniques. Unlike malicious hackers, ethical hackers work with permission to strengthen an organization's security and protect sensitive information from cyber threats. The course provides comprehensive knowledge of cyber security principles, network security, operating systems, penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, malware analysis, web application security, wireless security, cloud security, cryptography, digital forensics, and incident response. Students gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools such as Kali Linux, Nmap, Wireshark, Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nessus, OWASP ZAP, and SIEM platforms in controlled lab environments. The curriculum focuses on practical learning through live labs, Capture The Flag (CTF) challenges, simulated penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, security audits, and real-world cybersecurity case studies. Students also learn cybersecurity laws, ethical guidelines, reporting standards, and best practices for protecting digital infrastructure. With the rapid increase in cyberattacks, ransomware, phishing, and data breaches, organizations across banking, IT, healthcare, government, defense, e-commerce, and telecommunications are actively hiring ethical hacking professionals. Graduates can pursue globally recognized certifications such as CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), CompTIA Security+, eJPT, OSCP, and CISSP (with experience) to further enhance their careers.

Eligibility Criteria

Passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognized board.
Students from any stream (Science, Commerce, or Arts) are eligible.
Basic computer knowledge is recommended.
Knowledge of networking and operating systems is beneficial but not mandatory.
Graduates, IT professionals, system administrators, and network engineers can also enroll.
No prior programming experience is required for beginner-level courses.

Syllabus Overview

Introduction to Cyber Security
Ethical Hacking Concepts
Information Security Principles
Cyber Threat Landscape
Linux Basics
Networking Fundamentals
TCP/IP Protocols
Network Scanning
Enumeration
Vulnerability Assessment
Firewall Security
Wireless Network Security
Footprinting & Reconnaissance
Web Application Security
SQL Injection
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
Password Security
Penetration Testing Methodology
Malware Analysis
Cryptography
Cloud Security
Mobile Security
Digital Forensics
Incident Response
Kali Linux Lab
Nmap & Wireshark
Burp Suite
Metasploit Framework
OWASP Top 10
Security Audit & Reporting
Capture The Flag

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