Cyber Threats and Attack Vectors Training in Cork, Ireland

This course provides an in-depth understanding of cyber threats, attack vectors, and modern cybercrime techniques. Participants will learn how attackers exploit system vulnerabilities and gain knowledge of malware, phishing, ransomware, social engineering, and network attacks. The course also covers mitigation strategies, threat intelligence, and incident response to help organizations defend against cyber threats.

Introduction to Cyber Threats

• Overview of modern cyber threats and their evolution

• Categories of cyber threats: nation-state attacks, insider threats, hacktivism

• Cybersecurity frameworks and regulations (NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR)

Understanding Attack Vectors

• Network-based attacks (DDoS, Man-in-the-Middle, Spoofing)

• Application-based attacks (SQL Injection, XSS, Zero-Day Exploits)

• Endpoint-based attacks (Malware, Ransomware, Fileless Attacks)

• Human-based attacks (Social Engineering, Phishing, Baiting)

Malware and Exploits

• Types of malware: Viruses, Worms, Trojans, Rootkits

• Ransomware attack lifecycle and mitigation

• Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) and targeted attacks

• Exploit kits and automated attack frameworks

Phishing and Social Engineering Attacks

• Types of phishing: Email, Spear Phishing, Whaling, Smishing, Vishing

• Psychological manipulation techniques in social engineering

• Defense strategies against phishing and social engineering

Network and Web Application Threats

• Denial-of-Service (DoS) and Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks

• DNS Poisoning and ARP Spoofing

• Web application security threats (OWASP Top 10)

• Secure coding practices and web application firewalls

Threat Intelligence and Incident Response

• Cyber threat intelligence sources and frameworks

• Indicators of Compromise (IoCs) and Indicators of Attack (IoAs)

• Incident response process: Detection, Containment, Recovery

• Cyber forensics and digital investigation basics

Mitigation Strategies and Security Best Practices

• Zero Trust Security Model and Defense-in-Depth strategies

• Security awareness training for employees

• Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions

• Developing an effective cybersecurity strategy