Finding and Exploiting Vulnerabilities Course

A vulnerability is as good as another tool for an ethical hacker. Learn the fundamentals of finding and exploiting vulnerabilities with this course covering exploits, buffer overflows, DLL hijacking and much more.

53 minutes

Syllabus

Browser Exploits

Video - 00:09:00

DLL Hijacking

Video - 00:16:00

Exploitable Vulnerability Example: Buffer Overflow

Video - 00:05:00

Buffer Overflows and Other Common Exploits

Video - 00:09:00

Exploit Definition and Types

Video - 00:11:00

Vulnerability Assessment Concepts

Video - 00:03:00

Meet the author

Keatron Evans

Keatron Evans is at the forefront of AI-driven cybersecurity innovation. As VP of Portfolio Product and AI Strategy at Infosec, he leads the development of cutting-edge solutions that are redefining industry standards. Keatron is a sought-after speaker at major industry events like the RSA Conference and a trusted expert for media outlets, including CNN and Fox News. 

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Associated NICE Work Roles

All Infosec training maps directly to the NICE Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity to guide you from beginner to expert across 52 Work Roles.

  • All-Source Analyst
  • Mission Assessment Specialist
  • Exploitation Analyst

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