Internship

Here’s a detailed 21-day Ethical Hacking Internship Program:

21-Day Ethical Hacking Internship Program

Objective:
Provide participants with a solid foundation in ethical hacking concepts, practical exposure to tools and techniques, and hands-on experience in identifying and mitigating cybersecurity vulnerabilities.

Program Outline

Week 1: Fundamentals of Ethical Hacking

Day 1:

• Introduction to Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity
  • Ethical vs. Unethical Hacking
  • Career opportunities in cybersecurity
  • Legal and ethical guidelines

Day 2:

• Understanding Networks and Protocols
  • Basics of networking (IP, DNS, TCP/IP, UDP)
  • Types of cyber attacks (DDoS, Phishing, Malware)

Day 3:

• Introduction to Tools
  • Setting up a hacking lab (Kali Linux, VirtualBox)
  • Overview of popular tools: Nmap, Wireshark, Metasploit

Day 4:

• Footprinting and Reconnaissance
  • Gathering information about a target system
  • Tools: Recon-ng, Shodan, Maltego

Day 5:

• Network Scanning Techniques
  • Discovering vulnerabilities in networks
  • Tools: Nmap, OpenVAS

Week 2: Intermediate Skills Development

Day 6:

• Vulnerability Analysis
  • Identifying system weaknesses
  • Tools: Nessus, Nikto

Day 7:

• Gaining Access: Exploitation Basics
  • Exploiting vulnerabilities to gain access
  • Tools: Metasploit Framework

Day 8:

• Web Application Security (Part 1)
  • Common web vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10)
  • Tools: Burp Suite, ZAP Proxy

Day 9:

• Web Application Security (Part 2)
  • SQL Injection, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
  • Hands-on exercises

Day 10:

• Wireless Network Security
  • Cracking Wi-Fi passwords and securing networks
  • Tools: Aircrack-ng, Wireshark

Week 3: Advanced Topics and Hands-On Projects

Day 11:

• Post-Exploitation Techniques
  • Maintaining access and covering tracks
  • Tools: Cobalt Strike, PowerShell Empire

Day 12:

• Social Engineering Attacks
  • Phishing, baiting, and human vulnerability exploitation
  • Simulating phishing campaigns

Day 13:

• Introduction to Cryptography
  • Basics of encryption and hashing
  • Breaking weak encryptions

Day 14:

• Cyber Incident Handling
  • Strategies for detecting and responding to attacks
  • Setting up intrusion detection systems (IDS)

Day 15–16:

• Mini Penetration Testing Project
  • Assess a mock system for vulnerabilities
  • Write a vulnerability assessment report

Day 17–18:

• Cloud Security Basics
  • Securing cloud-based applications and infrastructure
  • Tools for cloud penetration testing

Day 19:

• Reporting and Documentation
  • Creating detailed penetration testing reports
  • Communicating findings effectively

Day 20:

• Career Guidance and Certification Preparation
  • Preparing for CEH, PenTest+, or OSCP certifications
  • Tips for interviews and resume building

Day 21:

• Final Project Presentation and Certification
  • Present your findings and solutions from the mini-project.
  • Receive feedback and the Internship Completion Certificate.

Eligibility

• Basic knowledge of networking and operating systems.
• Interest in cybersecurity and ethical hacking.

Deliverables

• Hands-on experience with 10+ tools.
• Completion certificate.
• Practical skills for penetration testing and ethical hacking.