Cryptography for Cybersecurity and Ethical Hacking

Ever wondered how your online messages stay private?

Or how hackers crack passwords?

The answer lies in cryptography, the fascinating science of securing information. This beginner-friendly course dives deep into the world of cryptography, equipping you with the essential skills to navigate the exciting fields of cybersecurity and ethical hacking.

Why Cryptography Matters for You

In today's digital age, our personal and professional lives depend on the security of our data. From online banking to sending confidential emails, cryptography plays a critical role in safeguarding sensitive information. This course will teach you:

• The fundamental concepts of cryptography, including encryption and decryption.
• How encryption works to scramble data, making it unreadable to anyone without the secret key.
• Different types of cryptography, like symmetric and public-key encryption, used for various security purposes.

Level Up Your Cybersecurity Skills

Understanding cryptography is a must-have skill for anyone passionate about cybersecurity. This course will equip you with the knowledge to:

• Protect your own data: Learn how to choose strong passwords and secure your online accounts with encryption tools.
• Spot security vulnerabilities: Gain insights into how hackers exploit weak cryptography practices.
• Build a strong foundation for a cybersecurity career: Whether you aspire to be a security analyst, penetration tester or ethical hacker, a grasp of cryptography is essential.

Become an Ethical Hacking Expert

Ethical hacking, also known as penetration testing, involves testing computer systems for vulnerabilities. Understanding cryptography is crucial for ethical hackers to:

Simulate Real-World Attacks

Ethical hackers use their knowledge of cryptography to mimic how malicious hackers might exploit weaknesses in encryption systems.

Identify and Report Vulnerabilities

By understanding how cryptography works, ethical hackers can effectively identify and report security flaws in software and systems.

Dive Deeper into Practical Applications

This course goes beyond theory, delving into practical applications of cryptography used in everyday life. You'll explore:

• SSL/TLS: The secure protocols that encrypt communication between your web browser and websites, keeping your online transactions safe.
• PGP: A powerful tool for encrypting emails and protecting sensitive information during communication.
• Encryption algorithms: Learn about popular algorithms like AES, WPA2, WPA3 and TSL 1.3, used to secure data in various contexts.
• Hashing algorithms: Discover how hashing functions create unique digital fingerprints of data, ensuring data integrity and preventing tampering.

Enrol in this course today and empower yourself with the power of cryptography. Take control of your online security and open doors to a rewarding career in cybersecurity or ethical hacking.

1. Cryptographic theory
2. Asymmetric encryption
3. Symmetric encryption
4. Secure Socket Layer (SSL)
5. Pretty Good Privacy (PGP)
6. Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)
7. Wifi security - WPA2
8. Wifi security - WPA3
9. Vulnerabilities - TLS1.3
10. Hashing algorithms
11. and more…

This course was designed for total beginners and there is no particular knowledge requirement.