As digital technology continues to advance, cyber threats have become more sophisticated and complex, making it essential to possess advanced skills in analyzing and addressing these threats. The Advanced Cyber Threat Analysis Course, offered by the British Academy for Training and Development, aims to equip participants with in-depth knowledge of modern cyber threats and how to analyze and deal with them effectively.

This course focuses on the latest attack methods such as malware, advanced persistent threats (APT), insider threats, and emerging cyber threats. It also teaches how to use modern tools for threat analysis in network environments and information systems. By the end of the course, participants will gain the skills needed to strengthen their organizations' security posture and effectively detect and mitigate emerging cyber threats.

Who Should Attend?

• Cybersecurity professionals looking to enhance their skills in modern cyber threat analysis.
• Security experts managing incident response teams and threat analysis operations.
• Threat analysts working on identifying and analyzing advanced cyber attacks and malware.
• Network and system security officers responsible for assessing complex cyber risks and threats.
• Security engineers and cybersecurity researchers focusing on analyzing cyber attacks.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• Enhance participants' skills in analyzing and assessing modern cyber threats.
• Introduce participants to the latest attack methods and how to effectively handle them.
• Enable participants to use modern tools for threat analysis and detecting advanced attacks.
• Teach participants how to identify and analyze malware and advanced persistent threats (APT).
• Develop participants' abilities to respond effectively to cybersecurity incidents.

• Overview of Cyber Threats

  • Definition of cyber threats and the latest attack techniques used
  • The evolution of cyber threats in the past decade
  • New threats emerging due to technological advancements

• Types of Modern Cyber Threats

  • Malware: Viruses, worms, and ransomware
  • Advanced Persistent Threats (APT)
  • Phishing threats and social engineering attacks

• The Importance of Threat Analysis in Cybersecurity

  • The role of analysis in detecting attacks before they impact
  • Understanding the behavioral patterns of cyber threats
  • How analysis helps predict future attacks

• Advanced Methods for Analyzing Cyber Attacks

  • Dynamic and static analysis of malware
  • Network traffic analysis to detect attacks
  • Using forensic analysis tools to uncover attacks

• Modern Cyber Analysis Tools

  • Forensic analysis tools like EnCase and FTK
  • Malware analysis tools such as IDA Pro and OllyDbg
  • Network traffic analysis tools like Wireshark and TCPdump

• Advanced Malware Analysis

  • Study of advanced malware types such as Ransomware and Trojans
  • Techniques for de-obfuscating malware and detecting its methods
  • How to analyze malicious activity within networks

• Understanding Advanced Persistent Threats (APT)

  • The stages of an APT attack and how to categorize it
  • Targeted attacks and their sophisticated objectives
  • Case studies of famous APT attacks (e.g., APT1, APT28)

• Analyzing Complex Attacks

  • Techniques for detecting multi-stage and advanced attacks
  • Handling attacks that span different vectors and timeframes
  • How to analyze these attacks using tools like Snort and Suricata

• Responding to APT Attacks

  • Early detection strategies for defending against advanced attacks
  • Tools and techniques for investigating APT incidents
  • Case study of handling an APT attack

• Understanding Insider Threats and How to Analyze Them

  • Definition and causes of insider threats
  • The role of behavioral analysis in detecting insider threats
  • How to handle risks associated with internal employees

• Using Behavioral Analysis to Detect Threats

  • Behavioral analysis techniques and anomaly detection
  • User Behavior Analytics (UBA) and tools for monitoring user actions
  • Creating threat detection rules based on suspicious activities

• Managing Malicious Insiders

  • Identifying and preventing threats from malicious insiders
  • Preventative measures to minimize internal risks
  • Incident response strategies for insider threats

• Analyzing Network Traffic to Detect Attacks

  • Reviewing network traffic data to identify attack patterns
  • Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) and Flow Analysis techniques
  • Using IDS/IPS systems to detect attacks early

• Network-Based Attacks: Patterns and Strategies

  • Analyzing DDoS attacks and Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attacks
  • How attackers exploit wireless networks and how to detect it
  • Analyzing attacks on internet protocols like HTTP and DNS

• Defensive Measures Against Network Attacks

  • Best practices for securing networks from cyber attacks
  • Recommended tools like Firewalls and SIEM for defense
  • Securing wireless networks and virtualized environments

• Cyber Incident Response

  • How to effectively respond to cybersecurity incidents
  • The role of Computer Security Incident Response Teams (CSIRT)
  • Analyzing incidents to determine the scope and impact

• Cyber Forensics and How to Analyze It

  • Gathering and analyzing forensic evidence in cyber incidents
  • Digital forensics techniques for uncovering hidden evidence
  • Forensic tools such as Autopsy and Sleuth Kit

• Documenting and Reporting Cyber Incidents

  • How to document incidents accurately for legal and organizational purposes
  • Incident reports and recommendations for improving security
  • Best practices for investigation and reporting

• Cyber Threat Analysis in Different Environments

  • Cyber threats in the financial, healthcare, and government sectors
  • Threats in industrial control systems (ICS) and critical infrastructure
  • Cloud security and virtualization threats and how to analyze them

• Predicting Future Threats and Preparing for Them

  • Analyzing future trends in cyber attacks
  • Best practices for preparing for emerging threats
  • Using artificial intelligence for advanced threat analysis