Vulnerability scanning methods and concepts Course
1 hour, 31 minutes
Syllabus
Asset discovery
Video - 00:23:00
Network components can be all over the place, both physically and logically. You have to understand how your network nodes are physically connected and logically organized to secure them from attack.
Industry frameworks
Video - 00:24:00
Learn about the various best practices frameworks available for security implementation.
Critical infrastructure
Video - 00:10:00
As a cybersecurity analyst, we often have to deal with aspects of our environment and security that are critical in nature. Understand critical infrastructure, operational technology that corresponds with critical infrastructure, industrial control systems (ICS), and SCADA depending on where you are in the world.
Vulnerability identification and scanning
Video - 00:15:00
Understanding threats is a good first step, but you need to know the vulnerabilities that could let an attacker into your environment. You have to search for vulnerabilities and mitigate each one to protect the network from potential threats.
Special considerations
Video - 00:09:00
All scans are not the same. Understanding the specifics and nuances of a network environment can produce better results while avoiding many common issues.
Software vulnerability assessment
Video - 00:11:00
Learn how about software vulnerability assessment from a cybersecurity analyst perspective.
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