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Ethical hacking courses can help you learn how to identify and fix security vulnerabilities by testing systems and networks in a lawful and responsible way.

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Find the best Ethical Hacking course for your goals

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    Packt

    Intermediate Ethical Hacking Hands-on Training

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Metasploit, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Network Protocols, Vulnerability Assessments, Exploitation techniques, Windows PowerShell, Active Directory, Network Security, Network Analysis, Microsoft Windows, Wireless Networks, Scripting, Virtual Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Security Assessment, Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, Cryptography, Exploitation techniques, Security Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Encryption, Technical Writing, Test Tools, Human Factors (Security)

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Packt

    Ethical Hacking Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux, Command-Line Interface, Penetration Testing, General Networking, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Data Ethics, Computer Networking, Vulnerability Scanning, Network Security, System Configuration, Software Installation, Virtual Machines

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    An Introduction to Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Exploitation techniques, Unix, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Information Systems Security, Web Applications, Virtual Machines, Software Installation, Web Servers

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
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    Pearson

    Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF), Cyber Security Strategy, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Modeling, Exploitation techniques, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Security, Security Controls, Data Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking Unix and Windows

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Exploitation techniques, Unix, Computer Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Unix Commands, System Programming, Shell Script, Linux, Debugging, Computer Architecture

    Build toward a degree

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    CertNexus

    CertNexus Certified Ethical Emerging Technologist

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Data Ethics, Governance, Business Ethics, Strategic Leadership, Responsible AI, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Media Relations, Strategic Thinking, Communication Strategies, Business Leadership, Accountability, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Emerging Technologies, Organizational Leadership, Risk Management, Communication, Leadership, Learning Strategies, Test Planning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    594 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Lund University

    Artificial Intelligence: Ethics & Societal Challenges

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Social Justice, Algorithms, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    327 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Pearson

    Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 3

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Malware Protection, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Detection, Penetration Testing, Threat Management, Exploitation techniques, Infrastructure Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Packt

    Advanced Exploitation and Scripting Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Exploitation techniques, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Python Programming, Cyber Operations, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Network Security, Network Protocols, Debugging

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
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    Packt

    Exploit Development, Malware, & Defensive Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Exploit development, Penetration Testing, Malware Protection, Network Monitoring, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Cyber Security Assessment, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Security, Network Protocols, Network Analysis, Scripting, Remote Access Systems, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Cybersecurity Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Penetration Testing, Exploitation techniques, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Mobile Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Scanning, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Web Applications, Wireless Networks, Encryption, Network Protocols, Authentications

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular ethical hacking courses

  • Intermediate Ethical Hacking Hands-on Training: Packt
  • Introduction to Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking: Johns Hopkins University
  • Ethical Hacking Foundations: Packt
  • An Introduction to Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: Packt
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 1: Pearson
  • Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking Unix and Windows : University of Colorado Boulder
  • CertNexus Certified Ethical Emerging Technologist: CertNexus
  • Artificial Intelligence: Ethics & Societal Challenges: Lund University
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Unit 3: Pearson
  • Advanced Exploitation and Scripting Techniques: Packt

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