Practical Phishing Campaigns

This specialized and comprehensive course is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of cybersecurity practices, with a focus on ethical hacking techniques to safeguard digital infrastructure. Through a series of detailed modules, participants will delve into modern security architectures, learn how to set up and manage phishing simulations using tools like GoPhish, bypass multi-factor authentication with Evilginx, and explore advanced phishing and vishing strategies. The curriculum also covers essential setup procedures for domain and email registration, configurations for AWS EC2 instances, and the use of SMS phishing (smishing) for security testing. Furthermore, the course emphasizes the importance of reporting, documentation, and ethical considerations in cybersecurity operations.

Learning Objectives:

• Gain a thorough understanding of modern cybersecurity and ethical hacking principles to protect against digital threats.
• Learn the setup and configuration of phishing simulation tools, including GoPhish and Evilginx, for cybersecurity training and testing.
• Master techniques for bypassing multi-factor authentication, implementing domain and email spoofing, and deploying SMS phishing campaigns.
• Acquire skills in hardening cybersecurity measures, customizing phishing campaigns, and employing vishing strategies for comprehensive security assessments.
• Understand the importance of clean-up practices, event logging, and detailed reporting for maintaining ethical standards and ensuring accountability in cybersecurity operations.

Target Audience:

• Cybersecurity professionals seeking to enhance their skills in ethical hacking and digital defense strategies.
• IT personnel tasked with safeguarding organizational digital assets and interested in practical, hands-on approaches to cybersecurity.
• Individuals pursuing a career in cybersecurity, aiming to gain proficiency in contemporary ethical hacking tools and techniques.
• Security consultants looking to expand their toolkit with advanced phishing and social engineering strategies.

System Requirements

• Access to a computer with internet connectivity capable of running virtual machines for tool setup and simulations.
• Basic familiarity with command-line interfaces, networking concepts, and cybersecurity fundamentals is recommended for an optimal learning experience.