Report on Two Days Technical Training Session on Ethical Hacking & Cyber Security

Date: 19^th& 20^th November 2024

Organized by Maharishi School of Engineering & Technology, Lucknow

in Association with MIRC

Venue: Central Computer Lab

Training Partner: Hacking Club

 

Objective: The workshop aimed to provide participants with hands-on experience in ethical hacking techniques and cybersecurity practices using tools like Kali Linux, Metasploit, and Wireshark. It focused on building skills in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and cyber threat defence while emphasizing ethical and legal responsibilities.

Participants:
Only 50 selected students based on their interest field & class attendance (final & pre-final year students from B.Tech, BCA, and MCA)

Trainer Details:

Mr. Surya Pratap Singh, CEO of Aezowie Infotech Services Pvt Ltd, shared his expertise in cybersecurity, offering insights into modern techniques and tools.

 

Session Highlights:
Day 1:

• Introduction to Ethical Hacking: Roles, ethics, and cybersecurity fundamentals.
• Cyber Threats: Insights into phishing, malware, and ransomware.
• Tools and Techniques: Demonstrations with Kali Linux, Metasploit, and Wireshark.
• Defense Strategies: Firewalls, encryption, and secure coding practices.

Day 2:

• Hands-on exercises in penetration testing and vulnerability assessment.
• Practical use of ethical hacking tools for real-world scenarios.
• Incident response and best practices for security.

Key Takeaways:

• Interactive learning with real-world case studies.
• Practical skills in ethical hacking and cybersecurity tools.
• Emphasis on ethical and legal considerations in cybersecurity.

Feedback:
Students Participants highly appreciated the workshop's hands-on approach & expressed interest in advanced sessions. Mr. Singh's expert guidance made the event a resounding success.

Acknowledgement:

The Maharishi School of Engineering & Technology and MIRC extend their heartfelt gratitude to the management, mentors and Senior Administrative Officer for providing all the necessary resources for this technical session. This session, designed to go beyond the curriculum, aims to equip our students with valuable skills and practical knowledge.