Real World Attack Simulations and Incident Response
This advanced course provides hands-on training in cutting-edge threat detection and incident response techniques. Learners will work with industry-standard tools like Splunk, YARA, Cuckoo Sandbox, and ELK Stack to detect and investigate complex attacks such as APT intrusions, ransomware outbreaks, and OT/ICS network threats. Participants will learn to write custom SIEM correlation rules, utilize machine learning for anomaly detection, and practice real-world incident response scenarios. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the skills needed to tackle advanced security challenges in modern IT and OT environments.
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Course Overview
This course is designed for experienced cybersecurity professionals, threat hunters, and security engineers looking to advance their skills in detection and response. It covers topics ranging from custom SIEM rule creation and YARA-based malware hunting to ransomware analysis and ICS security. The hands-on labs use powerful tools such as Splunk ES, YARA, Cuckoo Sandbox, and ML plugins for ELK Stack to simulate and investigate sophisticated attacks. Ideal for those in incident response, SOC roles, or those working with industrial networks, this course provides the practical experience needed to respond to real-world cyber threats effectively.
Skills you will learn
Ability to write and implement custom SIEM correlation rules to detect advanced persistent threats (APTs).
Skills in using YARA and Sigma rules to detect malware patterns and enhance threat hunting efforts.
Proficiency in analyzing and responding to real-world ransomware attacks using sandboxing techniques.
Hands-on experience with incident response processes, including timeline reconstruction and attack tree analysis.
Knowledge of detecting cyber threats in industrial control systems (ICS) and understanding the unique challenges of OT networks.
Course Structure
For whom is this Real World Attack Simulations and Incident Response course intended?
- SOC Analysts and Incident Responders
- Threat Hunters and Security Engineers
- Security Professionals
- Cybersecurity Students
What makes learning Real World Attack Simulations and Incident Response a valuable pursuit?
- To gain practical expertise in writing custom SIEM rules for detecting complex APT behaviors.
- To enhance your threat detection skills by learning signature-based hunting using YARA and Sigma rules.
- To stay ahead of emerging ransomware threats with hands-on knowledge of sandboxing and containment strategies.
- To develop strong incident response skills by practicing real-world breach investigations and timeline reconstructions.
- To gain specialized knowledge in securing Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and understanding the nuances of OT network threats.
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