Introduction to Ethical Hacking

Issued by EDUCAUSE

Badge earners completed and understand the process an ethical hacker follows when testing a target. They reviewed and practiced applying the different tools, techniques, and methodologies a tester and threat actor employs during a test or breach attempt.

Type Learning
Level Foundational
Time Weeks
Cost Paid

Additional Details

Skills

Hack Testing
Penetration Testing
Vulnerability Assessment

Earning Criteria

Badge earners learned the difference between a vulnerability assessment and a penetration test; learned about the different tools and techniques that hackers—including ethical hackers—employ; and they discovered the elements of a four-phase penetration test and how the four phases help a successful test.