Network Analysis Bootcamp: Vulnerabilities and Critical Elements Training by Tonex
The Network Analysis Bootcamp: Vulnerabilities and Critical Elements is an intensive, hands-on training program designed to provide participants with the skills and knowledge required to analyze network structures, identify critical elements, and detect vulnerabilities in both enterprise and industrial networks. This bootcamp focuses on network architecture, traffic analysis, and security protocols, with a special emphasis on identifying and mitigating threats that target critical components of the network. Participants will work through real-world scenarios and simulations to develop practical skills for safeguarding network infrastructure.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this bootcamp, participants will be able to:
- Understand network architecture and its critical components, including nodes, links, and devices.
- Analyze network traffic and identify patterns that reveal vulnerabilities.
- Detect and evaluate vulnerabilities within network designs, protocols, and devices.
- Identify critical elements of a network and assess their potential impact on overall network security.
- Learn the latest techniques for mitigating network threats and vulnerabilities, including zero-day attacks.
- Develop a proactive approach to network security, focusing on resilience and response to threats.
Target Audience:
- Network Engineers
- Cybersecurity Professionals
- IT Security Managers
- Systems Administrators
- Enterprise and Industrial Network Architects
- Penetration Testers
- SOC Analysts
Program Agenda and Modules:
Day 1: Foundations of Network Architecture and Traffic Analysis
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Introduction to Network Architecture and Critical Elements
- Overview of network architecture, including topologies, nodes, and links.
- Understanding key components of enterprise and industrial networks.
- Identifying critical network elements: gateways, routers, switches, servers, and firewalls.
- Assessing the importance of redundancy and fault tolerance in network designs.
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM: Break
10:45 AM – 12:30 PM: Network Traffic Analysis Fundamentals
- Introduction to network traffic monitoring and analysis.
- Using packet capture tools (e.g., Wireshark) to monitor traffic.
- Identifying normal vs. abnormal traffic patterns.
- Key protocols and their role in network communication: TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS, and others.
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Vulnerability Detection in Network Traffic
- Analyzing network traffic for signs of vulnerabilities.
- Detecting suspicious patterns that may indicate a security breach (e.g., DDoS, malware, or zero-day attacks).
- Identifying unencrypted or misconfigured protocols that create network vulnerabilities.
3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: Break
3:15 PM – 5:00 PM: Hands-On Exercise: Network Traffic Analysis
- Practical session: Using traffic analysis tools to monitor live or simulated network traffic.
- Identifying key vulnerabilities in network traffic flows.
- Interpreting traffic data to detect potential network threats.
Day 2: Identifying Critical Elements and Mitigating Vulnerabilities
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Identifying Critical Network Elements and Threat Modeling
- Understanding the critical elements of a network and their vulnerabilities.
- Prioritizing security for key devices: routers, firewalls, domain controllers, and critical servers.
- Threat modeling: assessing how an adversary may target critical network elements.
- Case Study: Examining a critical network compromise.
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM: Break
10:45 AM – 12:30 PM: Network Vulnerabilities and Exploitation
- Common vulnerabilities in network design, devices, and protocols (e.g., open ports, default passwords, insecure protocols).
- Techniques used by attackers to exploit network vulnerabilities.
- Zero-day vulnerabilities: what they are, how they occur, and how to mitigate the impact.
- Case studies: Real-world examples of exploited network vulnerabilities.
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Mitigation Strategies and Network Hardening
- Techniques for securing critical network elements and minimizing vulnerabilities.
- Implementing firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and encryption.
- Network segmentation and micro-segmentation as security measures.
- Creating a layered security approach: defense-in-depth strategies for network protection.
3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: Break
3:15 PM – 5:00 PM: Hands-On Exercise: Identifying and Mitigating Network Vulnerabilities
- Practical session: Scanning a simulated network for vulnerabilities using tools like Nmap or Nessus.
- Identifying critical network elements and assessing the risk of vulnerabilities.
- Applying mitigation techniques to secure critical network elements.
Tools Used:
- Wireshark for traffic analysis
- Nmap for network scanning
- Nessus or other vulnerability scanning tools
- Firewall/IDS/IPS configuration tools
- Packet capture and analysis software
Outcome:
Upon completing the Network Analysis Bootcamp: Vulnerabilities and Critical Elements, participants will have the skills to identify, analyze, and secure critical network elements from potential vulnerabilities and attacks. They will be able to use advanced tools and methodologies to detect suspicious traffic patterns, mitigate vulnerabilities, and improve overall network security. Through hands-on exercises and real-world scenarios, participants will gain the confidence to safeguard network infrastructures and protect against emerging cyber threats.