Certified Ethical Hacking (CEHv12)

Certified Ethical Hacking (CEHv12)

Course Overview

CEHv12 by EC-Council is one of the world’s most respected ethical hacking certifications. It teaches the latest commercial-grade hacking tools, techniques, and methodologies used by hackers and information security professionals. This course prepares you to think like a hacker and legally assess an organization's security posture.


Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

  1. Understand the five phases of ethical hacking: Reconnaissance, Scanning, Gaining Access, Maintaining Access, and Covering Tracks.

  2. Identify vulnerabilities and threats in systems.

  3. Learn to use tools and techniques used by malicious hackers—legally.

  4. Master key attack vectors including system hacking, malware threats, sniffing, social engineering, DDoS, session hijacking, and more.

  5. Prepare for and pass the CEH v12 certification exam.


Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

  • Cybersecurity Analysts

  • Penetration Testers

  • IT Professionals seeking cybersecurity specialization

  • Network Security Engineers

  • Security Consultants

  • Anyone pursuing a CEH certification


Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction & Reconnaissance

  • Introduction to Ethical Hacking

  • Footprinting and Reconnaissance

  • Scanning Networks

  • Enumeration

Day 2: System Hacking Techniques

  • Vulnerability Analysis

  • System Hacking

  • Malware Threats

  • Sniffing

Day 3: Web & Network Attacks

  • Social Engineering

  • Denial-of-Service

  • Session Hijacking

  • Evading IDS, Firewalls & Honeypots

Day 4: Hacking Platforms & Applications

  • Hacking Web Servers & Web Applications

  • SQL Injection

  • Wireless Network Hacking

  • Mobile & IoT Hacking

Day 5: Cloud & Cryptography + Labs

  • Cloud Computing Security

  • Cryptography

  • Hands-on Labs

  • Practice Exam Questions & Certification Prep


Exam Details

  • Exam Code: 312-50 (EC-Council)

  • Number of Questions: 125

  • Format: Multiple Choice

  • Duration: 4 Hours

  • Passing Score: Varies (60%–85% depending on exam form)

  • Delivery: ECC Exam Portal or Pearson VUE


Labs & Tools

  • Access to iLabs (CyberQ) – EC-Council's virtualized environment

  • Tools: Nmap, Metasploit, Wireshark, Burp Suite, John the Ripper, and others

  • Hands-on attack simulations


Materials Provided

  • CEHv12 Official Courseware (eBook)

  • iLabs access for 6 months

  • Exam voucher (optional based on package)

  • Practice test and flashcards

  • Certificate of Completion


Additional Notes

  • Meets DoD 8570.01-M and NICE framework compliance

  • CEH is ANSI-accredited and globally recognized

  • Follow-up pathway: CEH Practical, CPENT, or CHFI

Course Info