FOR 500: Windows Forensic Analysis Course

Description

SEC 550: Cyber Deception and Active Defense Training

SEC 550: Cyber Deception and Active Defense Training offers cutting-edge strategies in cyber deception and active defense, teaching participants how to proactively defend their networks by misdirecting, detecting, and responding to cyber threats. This advanced course combines practical exercises with in-depth analysis, focusing on the latest techniques in deception, honeypots, and active response mechanisms. The course is ideal for those looking to go beyond traditional defensive measures by implementing offensive counter-defense strategies.

Course Overview

In this training, participants will learn how to use cyber deception techniques to manipulate attacker behavior, enhance threat detection, and improve overall incident response effectiveness. Through hands-on labs, students will deploy deceptive artifacts, conduct analysis of attacker tactics, and utilize threat intelligence to build resilient defense systems. A special emphasis is placed on Windows Forensic Analysis, empowering students with the skills to investigate and respond to intrusions within Windows environments.

Key Learning Objectives

• Understanding Cyber Deception: Explore the principles of cyber deception and how it can be used to create confusing, hostile environments for attackers.
• Deploying Honeypots and Decoys: Learn to set up honeypots and deceptive artifacts to lure attackers and monitor their activities.
• Active Defense Strategies: Gain insight into proactive defense techniques, including threat hunting, deception orchestration, and counter-response actions.
• Windows Forensic Analysis: Develop expertise in analyzing Windows systems for attacker footprints, artifacts, and threat indicators.
• Threat Intelligence Integration: Leverage threat intelligence to enhance deceptive environments and inform active defense operations.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is designed for:

• Cybersecurity professionals and threat hunters interested in active defense and deception strategies.
• Forensic analysts and incident responders seeking enhanced skills in Windows forensics and cyber deception.
• IT security staff aiming to strengthen their organization’s defenses against advanced threats and adversaries.

Course Features

• Hands-On Labs: Practical labs for deploying honeypots, analyzing deceptive artifacts, and conducting active defense.
• Real-World Case Studies: Analysis of real-world cyber attacks and defense scenarios to apply active defense tactics.
• Focus on Windows Forensic Analysis: Detailed techniques for investigating intrusions within Windows environments and identifying attacker artifacts.
• Threat Response Exercises: Interactive exercises for honing your response skills in live attack simulations.

Additional Resources

• SANS SEC 550: Cyber Deception and Active Defense Training – Official course page.
• Honeynet Project – An open-source project focused on deception and honeypot technologies.
• MITRE ATT&CK Framework – A resource for understanding and tracking attacker tactics and techniques.

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