Ethical Hacker
Ethical Hacker is a free intermediate-level course from Cisco Networking Academy, typically completed in 70 hours (around 70 study hours).
- Price
- Free
- Duration
- 70 hours
- Level
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 70 hours
- Provider
- Cisco Networking Academy
About this course
Hands-on ethical hacking course covering reconnaissance, scanning, exploitation, post-exploitation and reporting. Aligns with industry penetration testing roles.
What you will be able to do
- Apply technical and procedural controls to systems
- Assess risk and control effectiveness against a framework
- Assemble portfolio evidence you can explain and defend at interview
Highlights
- 70 hours hands-on labs
- Pen-test workflow
- Cisco badge
- Industry-aligned
Questions people ask
How much does Ethical Hacker cost?
Ethical Hacker is free. Some providers charge separately for a verified certificate.
How long does Ethical Hacker take?
The provider lists 70 hours. That works out at roughly 70 study hours in total.
Is Ethical Hacker suitable for beginners?
It is pitched at intermediate level, so some prior experience helps.
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