Is this course really 100% online? Do I need to attend any classes in person?

This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.

Can I just enroll in a single course?

Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Specialization, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Specialization. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

Can I take the course for free?

No, you cannot take this course for free. When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.

Will I earn university credit for completing the Specialization?

This Specialization doesn't carry university credit, but some universities may choose to accept Specialization Certificates for credit. Check with your institution to learn more.

Kali Linux: Ethical Hacking & Pentesting 专项课程

Master Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux. Gain hands-on skills in penetration testing, cyber defense, and ethical hacking with Kali Linux

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您将学到什么

Perform ethical hacking and penetration testing using Kali Linux tools and frameworks.
Identify, exploit, and defend against vulnerabilities across networks, systems, and applications.
Apply real-world cybersecurity methodologies to strengthen security postures.

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专业化 - 6门课程系列

This Specialization provides a complete journey into ethical hacking and penetration testing with Kali Linux, covering reconnaissance, exploitation, wireless security, Android vulnerabilities, SQL injection, cryptography, and advanced red-team techniques. Through six structured courses, learners will gain hands-on experience using industry-standard tools like Nmap, Metasploit, and sqlmap to identify, exploit, and secure vulnerabilities. Designed for beginners and aspiring cybersecurity professionals, this program emphasizes practical labs, real-world simulations, and step-by-step projects to prepare learners for careers in penetration testing, cybersecurity analysis, and ethical hacking.

应用的学习项目

Learners will complete lab-based projects simulating real-world penetration tests, including reconnaissance, exploiting network vulnerabilities, password cracking, SQL injection, and cryptographic defense. These projects ensure learners apply ethical hacking methodologies in authentic scenarios, building a professional portfolio of cybersecurity skills.

Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: Learn & Secure

第 1 门课程6小时

您将学到什么

Define ethical hacking fundamentals and set up secure labs.
Perform reconnaissance using footprinting, DNS, and Google hacking.
Apply tools like Nmap & ZenMap to identify vulnerabilities.

您将获得的技能

类别：Vulnerability Assessments

类别：Operating Systems

类别：Linux

类别：Hardening

类别：Exploit development

类别：Cybersecurity

类别：Virtual Machines

类别：System Configuration

类别：Vulnerability Scanning

类别：Penetration Testing

类别：Network Analysis

Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: Analyze & Defend

第 2 门课程6小时

您将学到什么

Perform advanced reconnaissance using Nmap, DNS, and OSINT tools
Analyze phishing, social engineering, and malware techniques.
Simulate backdoor exploitation and persistence strategies.

您将获得的技能

类别：Network Analysis

类别：Email Security

类别：Cyber Threat Intelligence

类别：Threat Detection

类别：Cybersecurity

类别：Malware Protection

类别：Vulnerability Assessments

类别：Penetration Testing

类别：Human Factors (Security)

类别：Exploitation techniques

Ethical Hacking: Meterpreter, DNS & ICMP Attacks

第 3 门课程8小时

您将学到什么

Identify and simulate backdoors, privilege escalation, and spoofing.
Apply tools like Meterpreter, John the Ripper, and EvilGrade.
Execute and defend against MITM, redirection, and DDoS attacks.

您将获得的技能

类别：Network Protocols

类别：Microsoft Windows

类别：Remote Access Systems

类别：Network Analysis

类别：Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks

类别：Cyber Security Assessment

类别：Exploitation techniques

类别：Network Security

类别：Metasploit

类别：Command-Line Interface

类别：Penetration Testing

Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: Analyze & Apply

第 4 门课程5小时

您将学到什么

Analyze Android vulnerabilities and wireless encryption standards.
Apply wordlist generation, password cracking, and WPA2 analysis.
Deploy persistent payloads and test real-world attack vectors.

您将获得的技能

类别：Exploitation techniques

类别：Wireless Networks

类别：Vulnerability Assessments

类别：Cryptography

类别：Network Security

类别：Security Testing

类别：Operating Systems

类别：Linux Commands

类别：Microsoft Windows

类别：Penetration Testing

Ethical Hacking with Metasploit, SQL & Crypto

第 5 门课程5小时

您将学到什么

Apply Metasploit commands, exploits, and payloads in Kali Linux.
Perform SQL injection with manual, dork, and sqlmap techniques.
Analyze cryptographic methods, hash flaws, and DB security.

您将获得的技能

类别：Data Encryption Standard

类别：Metasploit

类别：Cybersecurity

类别：PostgreSQL

类别：Penetration Testing

类别：Cryptography

类别：Database Management

类别：Vulnerability Assessments

类别：Exploitation techniques

类别：Public Key Infrastructure

类别：SQL

类别：Data Import/Export

类别：Command-Line Interface

类别：Encryption

类别：Vulnerability Scanning

类别：MySQL

Advanced Penetration Testing with Kali Linux

第 6 门课程5小时

您将学到什么

Set up pentesting labs and perform advanced Nmap reconnaissance.
Build Python scanners, exploit SMTP, Samba, and NFS services.
Apply malware analysis, social engineering, and automation scripts.

您将获得的技能

类别：Network Analysis

类别：Scripting

类别：Mobile Security

类别：Authentications

类别：Malware Protection

类别：Cyber Operations

类别：Automation

类别：Command-Line Interface

类别：Virtual Environment

类别：Vulnerability Assessments

类别：Cyber Security Assessment

类别：Android (Operating System)

类别：Exploitation techniques

类别：Penetration Testing

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常见问题

The Specialization can typically be completed in approximately 15 to 16 weeks, with an estimated commitment of 3–4 hours per week. This pacing allows learners to progress steadily through hands-on labs, practical projects, and in-depth modules without feeling rushed. The timeline is designed to balance theoretical understanding with real-world practice, ensuring learners gain both the knowledge and applied skills needed to confidently perform ethical hacking and penetration testing tasks using Kali Linux.

No prior cybersecurity or hacking experience is required. However, learners should have a basic understanding of computers, operating systems, and networking concepts to maximize the hands-on learning experience.

Yes. The courses are structured progressively, starting with foundational concepts and moving toward advanced penetration testing techniques. Following the sequence ensures that each new skill builds logically on the previous one.

Upon completion, you will be able to confidently perform ethical hacking and penetration testing using Kali Linux, identify and exploit vulnerabilities, simulate real-world attack scenarios, and apply defensive strategies to strengthen system and network security. You will also be equipped with practical, industry-relevant skills to pursue roles in cybersecurity and ethical hacking.