Wireshark for Security Analyst
Wireshark for Security Analyst: Dive Deep into Network Traffic Analysis
- 4.721 students
- Last updated 25/7/2023
Course Description
This comprehensive, self-paced course will transform you into a proficient user of Wireshark, equipping you with the skills to analyze network traffic and identify security threats effectively. Starting with the basics of packet analysis, the course progresses into advanced filtering techniques, real-world traffic investigation, and protocol analysis
You’ll explore hands-on labs that simulate real-world attack scenarios, helping you recognize malicious patterns in live traffic and enhance your incident response abilities. Designed to make you a proactive defender, this course is ideal for SOC Analysts, Incident Responders, and anyone eager to learn network forensics.
What You Will Learn
- Install and configure Wireshark for network analysis
- Capture and interpret network packets in real time
- Identify common network protocols and anomalies
- Filter and dissect traffic to find security threats
- Analyze TCP, UDP, and ICMP traffic for threats
- Detect signs of network attacks, such as DDoS and spoofing - Apply Wireshark in incident response scenarios
- Apply Wireshark in incident response scenarios
- Optimize Wireshark for large-scale traffic monitoring
Pre-requisites
- Basic knowledge of networking concepts
- Some experience with Linux or Windows systems
- Familiarity with network protocols
Who is this course for?
Course Content
- Introduction to Wireshark and Packet Analysis
- Installing Wireshark on Linux, Mac, and Windows
- Configuring Wireshark for Security Analysis
- Understanding Packets, Frames, and Protocols
- Navigating Wireshark’s Interface and Toolbar
- Filtering Traffic: Basics of Display Filters
- Advanced Filters: Deep Dive into Traffic Filtering
- TCP and UDP Analysis: Identifying Anomalies
- ICMP Analysis for Network Troubleshooting
- HTTP and HTTPS Traffic Analysis
- FTP and DNS Protocol Analysis
- Detecting DDoS Attacks and Floods in Traffic
- Recognizing Network Scans and Spoofing
- Identifying Malware Communication in Network Traffic
- Analyzing Suspicious DNS and HTTP Requests
- Applying Wireshark in Incident Investigation
- Forensic Analysis of Network Intrusions
- Building and Using Custom Profiles for Incident Response
- Reporting Findings: Documenting with Wireshark Screenshots
- Creating and Managing Wireshark Filters
- Packet Decryption for Encrypted Traffic
- Automating Wireshark with Command Line Tools
- Optimizing Wireshark for High-Volume Traffic
Instructor
Senior Security Consultant
- With over a decade of experience in cybersecurity and author of multiple works on security monitoring, Rajneesh is a trusted expert in open-source security tools, cloud security, and SOC automation. He has implemented and optimized ELK deployments for global clients and specializes in turning raw log data into actionable security intelligence. Rajneesh’s instruction style is both practical and thorough, ensuring you gain job-ready ELK skills.
This course includes:
- 40+ hours of expert-led live training
- Real-world scenarios and problem-solving exercises
- Guided hands-on labs to master firewall management
- Practice questions and mock exams for certification success
- Detailed study materials for every topic
- Exam-focused teaching approach to maximize your success rate
- Weekly Q&A sessions to clarify your doubts
- Access to session recordings for on-demand learning
- Post-training support for your professional journey
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Wireshark is an open-source tool that captures and analyzes network traffic in real time. It allows security professionals to examine network packets and identify anomalies, suspicious behavior, and threats at the packet level.
No prior experience with Wireshark is required. The course covers both the basics and advanced concepts, making it suitable for beginners and professionals looking to deepen their expertise.
This course is self-paced, so you can complete it at your own pace. On average, learners take 4-6 weeks to finish, but you have lifetime access to revisit any section.
You'll gain hands-on skills in capturing, filtering, and analyzing network traffic to detect threats. By the end, you'll be able to use Wireshark to recognize various network attacks, identify suspicious patterns, and apply these skills to incident response scenarios.
Yes, we regularly update the content to ensure compatibility with the latest version of Wireshark, covering new features, improvements, and any relevant security techniques.
Yes, upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate from HaxSecurity that you can add to your resume and LinkedIn profile to showcase your Wireshark skills.
You’ll need a computer with a stable internet connection to download Wireshark and capture network traffic. No additional software is required, and detailed setup instructions are provided within the course.
Throughout the course, you can reach out to our support team via email or join our discussion forums to interact with peers. Additionally, Rajneesh hosts periodic live Q&A sessions to address specific questions and provide guidance.
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