CEH #1: Introduction to Ethical Hacking
A summary of the key topics covered in the first CEH module
The first module of the CEH certification covers the basics of the cybersecurity world, from the different classes of hackers to the main goals of information security.
A brief look at the main privacy laws and industry standards is given, as well as the main methodologies applied in professional teams, such as the Cyber Kill Chain or the MITRE ATT&CK Framework.
Ultimately, this module is the first building block to start understanding the world of cybersecurity and the main concepts involved.
Disclaimer: This article is part of a series of summaries on some of the main topics of the CEH certification. For this reason, it is not enough to pass the exam, and it should be used in addition to official books and video courses.
Outline
Cover the fundamentals of key issues in the information security world, including the basics of ethical hacking, information security controls, relevant laws, and standard procedures.
Elements of Information Security, Cyber Kill Chain Methodology, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Hacker Classes, Ethical Hacking, Information Assurance (IA), Risk Management, Incident Management, PCI DSS, HIPPA, SOX, GDPR
