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GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) Introduction Introduction Module 1: Network Security Essentials Module introduction Lesson 1: TCP/IP Essentials Learning objectives 1.1 Network Protocols and Reference Models 1.2 IPv4 vs. IPv6 and ICMP vs. ICMPv6 1.3 Layer 4 Protocols 1.4 Setting up a Lab Environment 1.5 Using tcpdump and Wireshark Lab: Capturing a Packet Using Wireshark Lesson 1: Flashcards Lesson 1: Quiz Lesson 2: Critical Controls Learning objectives 2.1 CIA Triad and Parkerian Hexad 2.2 Categories and Types of Controls 2.3 Understanding the Enterprise Architecture 2.4 Introduction to Threat Enumeration Lesson 2: Flashcards Lesson 2: Quiz Lesson 3: Access Control & Password Management Learning objectives 3.1 Access Control Concepts 3.2 Password Management 3.3 Introduction to Password Cracking Lab: Using the John the Ripper Tool Lab: Performing the Intense Scan in Zenmap Lesson 3: Flashcards Lesson 3: Quiz Lesson 4: Network Security Devices and Device Security Learning objectives 4.1 Network Topologies and Zones 4.2 Overview of Network Devices and Hardening 4.3 Survey of Security Devices and Wireshark 4.4 Configuring Firewalls at Amazon Web Services Lab: Creating a Network ACL and Adding Inbound and Outbound Rules to It Lab: Creating a Web ACL 4.5 Exploring a Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewall 4.6 Examining a Classic IPS Sensor Device Lesson 4: Flashcards Lesson 4: Quiz Lesson 5: Web Communication Security Learning objectives 5.1 Introducing the Center for Internet Security (CIS) 5.2 Overview of CIS Controls 5.3 Samples and Case Studies Lesson 5: Flashcards Lesson 5: Quiz Lesson 6: Wireless Network Security Learning objectives 6.1 The Evolution of IEEE 802.11 Security 6.2 WPA3 Security 6.3 PAN, NFC, and 5G Concepts 6.4 The Internet of Things (IoT) Lab: Creating a Security Profile Lesson 6: Flashcards Lesson 6 : Quiz Module 2: Defense in Depth and Attacks Module introduction Lesson 7: Malicious Code & Exploit Mitigation Learning objectives 7.1 Common Attack Types 7.2 CryptoMalware 7.3 Defensive Strategies Lesson 7: Flashcards Lesson 7: Quiz Lesson 8: Defense in Depth and Defensible Network Architecture Learning objectives 8.1 Defense in Depth Overview and Strategies 8.2 Core Security Strategies 8.3 Defensible Network Architectures Lesson 8: Flashcards Lesson 8: Quiz Lesson 9: Active Defense Learning objectives 9.1 Overview of Active Defense 9.2 Active Defense Techniques Lab: Creating Reverse and Bind Shells using Netcat Lab: Setting up a Honeypot on Kali Linux 9.3 Active Defense Tools Lesson 9: Flashcards Lesson 9: Quiz Lesson 10: Endpoint Security Learning objectives 10.1 Overview of Endpoint Security 10.2 Host-based Intrusion Detection 10.3 Host-based Intrusion Prevention Lab: Enabling Intrusion Prevention and Detection 10.4 Next-generation Endpoint Security Solutions Lesson 10: Flashcards Lesson 10: Quiz Module 3: Threat Management Module introduction Lesson 11: Log Management & SIEM Learning objectives 11.1 Overview of Logging 11.2 Logging System Setup and Configuration 11.3 Logging Analysis Fundamentals 11.4 Core SIEM Activities Lesson 11: Flashcards Lesson 11: Quiz Lesson 12: Vulnerability Scanning and Penetration Testing Learning objectives 12.1 Overview of Vulnerability Management 12.2 Network Scanning 12.3 Using Xenmap and Yersinia Lab: Using OWASP ZAP 12.4 Penetration Testing Lesson 12: Flashcards Lesson 12: Quiz Lesson 13: Virtualization and Cloud Security Learning objectives 13.1 Overview of Virtualization and VM Security 13.2 Cloud Models and Value Proposition 13.3 Common Attacks Against Cloud Services 13.4 Introduction to Microsoft Azure IAM Lesson 13: Flashcards Lesson 13: Quiz Module 4: Cryptography, Risk Management, and Response Module introduction Lesson 14: Cryptography Concepts and Algorithms Learning objectives 14.1 Overview of Cryptology and Cryptosystems 14.2 Cryptographic Hashing Lab: Observing an MD5 Generated Hash Value Lab: Observing a SHA256 Generated Hash Value 14.3 Symmetric Key Cryptography Lab: Using a Symmetric Algorithm 14.4 Asymmetric Key Cryptography Lab: Using an Asymmetric Algorithm Lesson 14: Flashcards Lesson 14: Quiz Lesson 15: Applied Cryptography Learning objectives 15.1 Digital Signatures Lab: Creating and Disabling an AWS KMS Key 15.2 IPsec Lab: Creating a VPN Connection Using the AWS-Managed VPN Option 15.3 SSL/TLS 15.4 Public Key Infrastructure Lesson 15: Flashcards Lesson 15: Quiz Lesson 16: Security Policy Learning objectives 16.1 The Importance of Written Security Policies 16.2 Standards, Guidelines, and Procedures 16.3 Acceptable Use Policies 16.4 Survey of Sample Policies Lesson 16: Flashcards Lesson 16: Quiz Lesson 17: IT Risk Management Learning objectives 17.1 Overview of Risk Management 17.2 Risk Management Best Practices 17.3 Threat Assessment, Analysis, and Reporting Lab: Using Nmap for Network Enumeration Lesson 17: Flashcards Lesson 17: Quiz Lesson 18: Incident Handling and Response Learning objectives 18.1 Fundamentals of Incident Handling 18.2 Six Step Incident Response Process 18.3 Conducting a Forensic Investigation Lesson 18: Flashcards Lesson 18: Quiz Lesson 19: Contingency Plans Learning objectives 19.1 Business Continuity Planning (BCP) 19.2 Business Impact Analysis (BIA) 19.3 Backups and Restoration 19.4 Disaster Recovery Planning (DRP) Lesson 19: Flashcards Lesson 19: Quiz Module 5: Windows Security Essentials Module introduction Lesson 20: Windows Security Infrastructure Learning objectives 20.1 Operating Systems and Services 20.2 Windows Workgroups vs. Domains Lab: Using the whois Program Lab: Disabling a User Account 20.3 Windows-as-a-Service Lesson 20: Flashcards Lesson 20: Quiz Lesson 21: Windows Access Controls Learning objectives 21.1 NTFS and Shared Folder Permissions Lab: Managing NTFS Permissions 21.2 Registry Keys and REGEDIT.EXE Lab: Enabling Credential Guard Using Regedit 21.3 Windows Privileges Lab: Setting Security Policies 21.4 Overview of BitLocker Drive Encryption Lab: Using BitLocker in Windows 10 Lesson 21: Flashcards Lesson 21: Quiz Lesson 22: Enforcing Windows Security Policy Learning objectives 22.1 Security Templates and SCA Snap-in 22.2 Understanding Group Policy Objects 22.3 Administrative Users, AppLocker, and User Account Control Lab: Creating an AppLocker Rule Lesson 22: Flashcards Lesson 22: Quiz Lesson 23: Windows Network Services and Cloud Computing Learning objectives 23.1 Azure and High Availability Lab: Configuring a High Availability Set 23.2 Configuring Azure VM Attributes Lab: Creating a Virtual Machine in Azure 23.3 Microsoft Azure Active Directory (MAAD) Lesson 23: Flashcards Lesson 23: Quiz Lesson 24: Windows Automation, Auditing, and Forensics Learning objectives 24.1 Windows PowerShell Lab: Investigating the Windows PowerShell Pipeline 24.2 Administrative Tools and Utilities Lab: Configuring an Application using Task Manager Lab: Using Event Viewer 24.3 Windows Auditing and Forensics Lesson 24: Flashcards Lesson 24: Quiz Module 6: Linux Security Essentials Module introduction Lesson 25: Linux Security: Structure, Permissions and Access Learning objectives 25.1 Comparing Linux Operating Systems Lab: Using Amazon EC2 25.2 Mobile Device Security 25.3 Linux Shells and Kernels 25.4 Linux Permissions Lab: Managing Basic Permissions Lab: Understanding SUID or SGID and Unix Program 25.5 Linux User Accounts Lesson 25: Flashcards Lesson 25: Quiz Lesson 26: Linux Services: Hardening and Securing Learning objectives 26.1 Starting Services at Boot Time 26.2 Configuration Management Tools 26.3 Linux Kernel Security Lab: Administering Kernel Security Parameters 26.4 Linux System Enhancers Lesson 26: Flashcards Lesson 26: Quiz Lesson 27: Linux: Monitoring and Attack Detection Learning objectives 27.1 Configuring and Monitoring Logs 27.2 Leveraging the Auditd tool 27.3 Linux Security Utilities Lab: Configuring a Linux Firewall Using the Iptables Lab: Using Linux Commands Lab: Monitoring Logs in Linux Lesson 27: Flashcards Lesson 27: Quiz Summary Summary