Overview
Cybersecurity has become a critical aspect of our digital world. With the increasing number of cyber threats, organizations and individuals are constantly seeking ways to protect their sensitive information. In this lab, we will explore the concept of cybersecurity from both a cyber offensive and defensive point of view, delve into the examples of cybersecurity pentesting and cyber defense automation, and examine the different cybersecurity automation scripts for both pentesting and cyber defense.
In this lab, you will learn to:
- Use ChatGPT to write pentesting automation scripts in Python.
- Use ChatGPT to write cyber defense automation scripts in Python.
Key terms and descriptions
Defense in depth
Defense in depth involves implementing multiple layers of security measures to create a strong defense barrier.
Security operations center
A Security operations center (SOC) is the nerve center of an organization's cybersecurity defense. It is a team of highly skilled professionals who monitor, analyze, and respond to security incidents in real time.
Python
Python is one of the most popular programming languages that serve different purposes in the world of cybersecurity automation.
Penetrating testing
Penetration testing, also known as pen testing, is a crucial process in the world of cybersecurity. It involves simulating real-world attacks on computer systems and networks to identify vulnerabilities and assess their potential impact.
Cyber defense
Cyber defense involves multiple stages or components to protect computer systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access, attacks, and threats.