System Hacking, Malware Threats, and Network Attacks

Updated in May 2025. This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Unlock the skills needed to identify, analyze, and mitigate a wide range of cybersecurity threats in this comprehensive course. From system hacking phases to understanding advanced malware threats, you will learn to navigate the complexities of modern cyberattacks and build robust defensive strategies. The course begins with a deep dive into enumeration techniques, exploring tools and protocols such as SMB, SNMP, and LDAP to uncover system vulnerabilities. As you progress, you'll delve into vulnerability analysis, learning to assess, manage, and classify risks with industry-standard methodologies and tools. Key insights into creating effective reports will solidify your understanding of this critical process. Advanced modules guide you through system hacking techniques, from password cracking and privilege escalation to covering tracks and pivoting within networks. The malware threats section introduces cutting-edge tactics like analyzing APTs, Trojans, and fileless malware, enabling you to identify and combat these persistent dangers. Finally, you'll explore network attack techniques, including sniffing, social engineering, and denial-of-service attacks, paired with robust countermeasure strategies. This course is ideal for cybersecurity enthusiasts, IT professionals, and ethical hackers looking to enhance their skills. While a basic understanding of computer systems is helpful, no advanced technical background is required. Dive in and equip yourself to protect and secure today's digital environments.