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Reverse Engineering
Embark on a journey into the fascinating world of reverse engineering, where curiosity meets technical mastery to unravel the inner workings of software and systems. This comprehensive training program takes you from the fundamentals of computer architecture to advanced techniques in malware analysis, exploit development, and bypassing software protections. Through engaging modules and real-world challenges, you'll gain the skills to reverse engineer applications, analyze malicious software, and create innovative solutions to complex problems. Prepare to think like a cyber detective and unlock the power to see software like never before!
Program Code: NX233
Package: NX Defense​
Level: 6
Course Information
Prerequisites
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Basic Networking Knowledge
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Linux & Windows OS knowledge
Duration Options
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Self-paced: 5-10 week
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Trainer-led: 50 hours
Core Features of Cyberium Arena
Labs
Enhance training with defense and attack tasks.
Books
Tailored coursebooks for cybersecurity studies.
Scenarios
Diverse situations mimicking real professional challenges.
Projects
Integrated projects to demonstrate acquired knowledge.
Module 1: Introduction to Reverse Engineering
Fundamental Concepts
Explore the history, ethics, and applications of reverse engineering in software debugging and cybersecurity.
Essential Tools
Learn to set up a secure reverse engineering lab with tools like IDA Pro, Ghidra, and Radare2.
Foundational Principles
Gain a solid understanding of the core principles that drive reverse engineering practices.
Module 2: Fundamentals of Computer Architecture
Processor Operations
Dive deep into x86, x64, and ARM architectures to understand how processors function at a low level.
Memory Organization
Explore the intricacies of stack, heap, and registers to grasp how software interacts with hardware.
Practical Application
Analyze and write basic assembly code to connect theoretical knowledge with real-world scenarios.
Module 3: Operating Systems and File Formats
Windows Internals
Explore the PE (Portable Executable) format and dynamic linking in Windows environments.
Linux Internals
Understand the ELF (Executable and Linkable Format) and shared objects in Linux systems.
File Analysis
Learn to dissect and analyze executable files to uncover their structure and functionality.
Module 4: Disassembly and Decompilation
Code Mapping
Practice mapping assembly code back to its original source, building foundational skills for deeper analysis.
Understanding Disassembly
Learn to use powerful tools like IDA Pro and Ghidra to break down binary code into assembly language.
Recognizing Structures
Identify control flow structures, functions, and loops within disassembled code.
Module 5: Debugging Techniques
Runtime Analysis
Use OllyDbg, x64dbg, and GDB to analyze software behavior during execution.
Breakpoints and Stepping
Master the art of setting breakpoints and stepping through code for detailed analysis.
Memory Manipulation
Learn techniques for memory dumping and patching to modify program behavior.
Protection Bypass
Practice bypassing simple software protection mechanisms through debugging.
Module 6: Malware Analysis Basics
Malware Types
Identify various types of malware and their characteristic behaviors.
Analysis Approaches
Distinguish between static and dynamic malware analysis techniques.
Obfuscation Detection
Learn to detect and handle obfuscated and packed malicious code.
Behavioral Analysis
Conduct safe analysis of malware behavior in isolated sandbox environments.
Module 7: Reverse Engineering Software Protections
Anti-Debugging Techniques
Understand and bypass anti-debugging measures.
Obfuscation and Encryption
Tackle obfuscated and encrypted software.
Licensing and DRM
Analyze software license checks and DRM systems.
Code Injection and Hooking
Master advanced techniques for modifying software behavior.
Module 8: Advanced Topics in Reverse Engineering
Vulnerability Discovery
Learn techniques to uncover software vulnerabilities.
Fuzzing
Implement fuzzing strategies to find weaknesses.
Exploit Development
Create exploits for discovered vulnerabilities.
Binary Diffing
Analyze differences between binary versions.