This training is designed to be the most immersive and comprehensive cybersecurity certification preparation available. It aligns strictly with the latest EC-Council exam objectives, ensuring that learners are not only job-ready but also prepared to pass the rigorous CEH v13 exam.
Key Course Statistics:
Total Training Time: 68 Hours 56 Minutes
Module Count: 21 Comprehensive Topics
Video Content: 320 On-demand Videos
Assessment: 100 Prep Questions
Instructor: Chrys Thorsen (CISSP, CISA, CEH, PenTest+)
Certification: Certificate of Completion provided upon finishing the course.
Core Learning Outcomes:
Mastery of the Cyber Kill Chain and MITRE ATT&CK Framework.
Proficiency in network security training, including scanning, enumeration, and sniffing.
Advanced skills in system hacking, privilege escalation, and covering tracks.
Deep understanding of AI in ethical hacking, including both offensive and defensive applications.
Practical experience with industry-standard tools like Metasploit, Wireshark, Nmap, and Burp Suite.
Included in This Course
Enrolling in the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v13 program grants you access to a suite of professional resources designed to facilitate your journey from novice to expert:
Expert-Led Instruction: Over 68 hours of high-definition video content led by a seasoned enterprise infrastructure consultant.
Hands-On Activities: Guided exercises covering real-world scenarios, from "Pwn a Linux Target" to "SQL Injection on a Live Website."
Challenge Lab: A dedicated module (Module 21) featuring Capture-The-Flag (CTF) style challenges to test your applied skills.
Exam Preparation: A bank of 100 prep questions designed to mimic the difficulty of the official certification exam.
Accessibility: Full Closed Captions support for all video lessons.
Flexible Access: On-demand availability allows for self-paced learning on any device.
Course Outline
This professional curriculum follows a logical progression from foundational concepts to advanced exploitation techniques, aligned with EC-Council standards.
Module 1: Information Security and Ethical Hacking Overview
1.0 Introduction to CEH v13
1.1 Elements of Security
1.2 Cyber Kill Chain
1.3 MITRE ATT&CK Framework
1.4 Hacking & Ethical Hacking Concepts
1.5 Information Assurance & Risk Management
1.10 Using AI in Ethical Hacking
Module 2: Footprinting and Reconnaissance
2.1 Footprinting Concepts
2.2 OSINT Tools (Shodan, theHarvester)
2.3 Advanced Google Search & Google Hacking
2.4 - 2.9 Whois, DNS, Website, Email, Network, and Social Network Footprinting
2.10 Enhanced OSINT & Countermeasures
Module 3: Scanning Networks
3.1 Scanning Concepts & Discovery Scans
3.6 NMAP (Port Scanning and Fingerprinting)
3.7 Firewall and IDS Evasion
3.9 AI Enhanced SCANNING Tools
Module 4: Enumeration
4.1 Enumeration Overview
4.2 - 4.8 NetBIOS, SMB, SNMP, LDAP, DNS, and SMTP Enumeration
4.13 Enumeration Using AI
Module 5: Vulnerability Analysis
5.1 Vulnerability Scanning (OpenVAS)
5.3 AI Assisted Vulnerability Assessment
Module 6: System Hacking
6.1 System Hacking Concepts & Exploits
6.5 Metasploit & Meterpreter Usage
6.9 - 6.12 Windows and Linux Exploitation & Post-Exploitation
6.13 Password Attacks (Pass-the-Hash, Hydra, Hashcat)
6.19 Lateral Movement & Pivoting
6.20 Persistence & Covering Tracks
6.21 Steganography
6.24 AI-Powered Vulnerability Exploitation Tools
Module 7: Malware Threats
7.1 Malware Overview (Viruses, Trojans, Rootkits)
7.7 Malware Makers & Deployment
7.10 Malware Analysis (SolarWinds Case Study)
7.11 AI and Malware
Module 8: Sniffing and Spoofing
8.1 Network Sniffing & Tools (Wireshark)
8.3 MAC, ARP, and MITM Attacks (Ettercap)
8.4 Name Resolution Attacks (Responder)
Module 9: Social Engineering
9.1 Concepts & Techniques
9.3 Phishing & Baiting Activities
9.5 Social Engineering and AI
Module 10: Denial-of-Service
10.1 DoS/DDoS Concepts (Volumetric, Protocol, Application)
10.7 DoS Tools (HOIC, Slowloris)
Module 11: Session Hijacking
11.1 Session Hijacking Concepts
11.3 XSS & CSRF based Hijacking
Module 12: Attack Detection and Prevention
12.1 IDS Types & Snort
12.6 Firewalls & Evasion Techniques
12.14 Honeypots
Module 13: Hacking Web Servers
13.1 Web Server Operations & Attacks
13.5 AI and Webserver Attacks
Module 14: Hacking Web Applications
14.3 - 14.12 OWASP Top 10 (Injection, Broken Access Control, etc.)
14.17 SQL Injection
14.31 AI and Web Application Attacks
Module 15: SQL Injection
15.1 SQL Injection Overview (Error-based, Union, Blind)
15.7 SQL Injection Tools & Evasion
Module 16: Hacking Wireless Networks
16.1 Wireless Concepts & Security Standards
16.7 WPA2/WPA3 Cracking & KRACK Attack
16.9 Bluetooth Hacking
Module 17: Hacking Mobile Platforms
17.3 Android Rooting & Exploits
17.9 iOS Jailbreaking & Exploits
17.15 Mobile Device Management (MDM)
Module 18: IoT Hacking & OT Hacking
18.1 IoT Infrastructure & Vulnerabilities
18.6 OT Concepts & IT-OT Convergence
Module 19: Cloud Computing
19.1 Cloud Concepts & Risks
19.5 - 19.7 AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Hacking
19.8 Container Hacking
Module 20: Cryptography
20.1 Cryptography Concepts (Symmetric/Asymmetric)
20.5 PKI & Digital Signatures
20.10 Cryptography Attacks
Module 21: Challenge Lab
21.1 Capture the Flag Activities (Flags 1-7)
Mastering the Offensive Edge: The Strategic Value of CEH v13 Training
Navigating the Modern Threat Landscape with Certified Ethical Hacker v13
The cybersecurity domain is currently witnessing a paradigm shift. The integration of Artificial Intelligence into cyber warfare has accelerated the speed and sophistication of attacks, rendering traditional defensive strategies insufficient. To combat these evolving threats, organizations require professionals who can proactively identify vulnerabilities before they are exploited. The Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v13 course is the definitive solution to this demand, offering a rigorous, updated curriculum that blends foundational security principles with cutting-edge ethical hacking training.
This comprehensive penetration testing course is not merely an educational program; it is a tactical manual for the modern security professional. By systematically dissecting the methodologies of malicious actors—from reconnaissance to exfiltration—learners gain the insight required to fortify digital infrastructures.
The Evolution of Ethical Hacking: Integrating AI
A defining characteristic of the CEH v13 course is its deep integration of Artificial Intelligence. Previous iterations of security training focused heavily on manual tools and scripts. While those remain critical, v13 acknowledges that AI is now a "dual-use" technology.
Throughout the modules, specifically in Scanning, Enumeration, and System Hacking, students explore AI-powered cybersecurity tools. This includes understanding how attackers use generative AI to craft sophisticated phishing campaigns or automate vulnerability scanning, and conversely, how ethical hackers can leverage AI to enhance threat detection and automate defensive responses. This dual perspective ensures that graduates are prepared for the reality of AI-driven cyber warfare.
Foundational Frameworks: The Science of Attack
Ethical hacking is not chaotic; it is a disciplined process. The course grounds students in the essential frameworks used by security operations centers (SOCs) globally.
The Cyber Kill Chain: Understanding the seven stages of an attack allows defenders to break the chain at any point to stop an intrusion.
MITRE ATT&CK Framework: This globally accessible knowledge base of adversary tactics and techniques is central to the curriculum. Students learn to map specific observed behaviors to known threat actor groups.
By mastering these frameworks, professionals can communicate risk effectively to stakeholders and align their defensive strategies with industry standards.
The Core Phases of Hacking
The curriculum follows the five phases of ethical hacking, ensuring a structured approach to network security training.
1. Reconnaissance and Footprinting
The attack begins before a single packet is sent to the target's network. In Module 2, learners master Open Source Intelligence (OSINT). Utilizing tools like Shodan, theHarvester, and advanced Google Hacking techniques, students learn how to harvest information that organizations inadvertently expose. This phase emphasizes that the most dangerous vulnerability is often information leakage.
2. Scanning and Enumeration
Once targets are identified, the course moves to active engagement. Modules 3 and 4 dive deep into Nmap, the industry-standard network mapper. Students learn to evade firewalls and IDS, fingerprint operating systems, and enumerate services like SMB and SNMP. This granularity is essential for mapping the attack surface accurately.
3. Vulnerability Analysis
Before exploiting a system, one must understand its weaknesses. Using tools like OpenVAS, students conduct professional vulnerability assessments. This module bridges the gap between simple scanning and actionable intelligence, teaching learners to prioritize risks based on severity and exploitability.
4. System Hacking and Exploitation
This is the core of the CEH certification training. Module 6 covers the "exploit" phase.
Metasploit Framework: Students gain hands-on experience with Metasploit, learning to deploy payloads and manage sessions with Meterpreter.
Privilege Escalation: Gaining access is only the first step. The course details how to move from a standard user to an administrator (Root/System) using techniques like Token Passing and Kernel exploits.
Lateral Movement: Simulating a real APT (Advanced Persistent Threat), students learn to pivot through a network, moving from a compromised workstation to critical servers.
5. Covering Tracks
A crucial aspect of the attacker mindset is stealth. Students learn how hackers manipulate logs, hide data using steganography, and establish persistence without triggering alarms. Understanding these techniques is vital for Incident Responders who need to detect subtle signs of compromise.
Emerging Frontiers: Cloud, IoT, and OT
The digital perimeter has dissolved. Modern networks extend to the cloud and include billions of IoT devices. The CEH v13 course addresses these modern attack surfaces explicitly.
Cloud Computing: With specific focus on AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, students learn the unique vulnerabilities of cloud infrastructure, such as S3 bucket misconfigurations and container escapes.
IoT and OT Hacking: Operational Technology (OT) drives critical infrastructure. The convergence of IT and OT creates new risks. Module 18 explores how to assess vulnerabilities in industrial control systems and consumer IoT devices, utilizing tools like the Flipper Zero for practical demonstrations.
Application Security: Web and Mobile
Attacks against the application layer are among the most common vector for data breaches. This penetration testing course provides an exhaustive look at the OWASP Top 10.
SQL Injection: Students perform actual injection attacks (Union-based, Blind, Error-based) to understand how databases are compromised.
XSS and CSRF: The mechanics of client-side attacks are deconstructed to show how user sessions can be hijacked.
Mobile Platforms: The course covers the specific security models of Android and iOS, including rooting, jailbreaking, and reverse engineering mobile apps.
Expert Instruction and Practical Application
The quality of training is defined by the instructor. Chrys Thorsen brings decades of enterprise infrastructure experience to the classroom. Her philosophy, "I teach what I deploy," ensures that the content remains grounded in reality.
The inclusion of the Challenge Lab (Module 21) sets this course apart. It functions as a capstone project, requiring students to capture flags by applying the skills learned throughout the course—from decoding hashes to executing complex scripts. This "gamified" learning validates competency and builds confidence.
Horizons Unlimited: Career and Financial Growth
The demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals continues to outpace supply. Earning the CEH certification validates your skills to employers globally. It is often a prerequisite for government and defense roles (DoD 8570 baseline certification).
Professionals with this skill set command premium salaries. Penetration Testers and Cybersecurity Analysts often see starting salaries ranging from $85,000 to over $130,000, with specialized Red Team Operators earning significantly more. Beyond the financial incentives, this training offers job security in a volatile market. As long as there is technology, there will be a need to secure it.
Conclusion
The Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v13 is more than a certification; it is a declaration of capability. It signals that you possess the discipline, technical prowess, and ethical grounding to protect the digital assets that power our world.
Whether you are a system administrator seeking to upgrade your security posture or an aspiring penetration tester looking for your big break, this course provides the roadmap. With Horizons Unlimited potential for career advancement, now is the time to master the tools of the trade. Enroll today, and become the defender the digital world needs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is new in CEH v13 compared to previous versions?
The most significant update in CEH v13 is the integration of AI in ethical hacking. The curriculum now covers how AI tools are used for both attack and defense, along with updated content on the MITRE ATT&CK framework, the Cyber Kill Chain, and modern cloud and IoT threats.
2. Do I need programming experience to take this course?
While advanced programming is not strictly required, a basic understanding of scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell) is highly beneficial. The course covers scripting logic and usage within tools, helping you understand how exploits function without needing to be a software developer.
3. What are the prerequisites for the CEH v13 course?
It is recommended that students have a strong background in networking (TCP/IP) and basic operating system administration (Windows and Linux). Experience equivalent to CompTIA Network+ or Security+ is ideal preparation for this ethical hacking training.
4. Does this course prepare me for the practical exam?
Yes. The course includes extensive hands-on activities and a specific Challenge Lab module that requires you to perform actual hacking tasks (Capture the Flag). This practical application is excellent preparation for the CEH (Practical) exam and real-world job tasks.
5. What tools will I learn to use?
You will gain proficiency with industry-standard tools including Nmap for scanning, Wireshark for sniffing, Metasploit for exploitation, Burp Suite for web app analysis, OpenVAS for vulnerability scanning, and Hashcat for password cracking.
6. Is the CEH certification recognized globally?
Yes, the CEH certification is one of the most recognized credentials in the cybersecurity industry. It is ANSI-accredited and is often a mandatory requirement for security roles within government agencies (such as the US DoD) and large enterprises worldwide.
7. How does the Challenge Lab work?
The Challenge Lab (Module 21) is a hands-on assessment where you apply the skills learned in previous modules to solve specific problems and "capture flags." It tests your ability to synthesize knowledge across different domains, such as decoding hashes, analyzing packets, and exploiting vulnerabilities in a controlled environment.
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