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Advanced Python - Reconnaissance (Coursera)

Offered by Infosec,

Welcome to advanced Python for Cybersecurity. The Reconnaissance course demonstrates the use of Python to automate the process of performing reconnaissance on target environments. We will also demonstrate how Python can be used to automate a password guessing attach to gain initial access to a target environment.

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Course 1 of 3 in the Advanced Python Scripting for Cybersecurity Specialization.

Syllabus

WEEK 1: Introduction to Advanced Python for Cybersecurity
WEEK 2: Performing Reconnaissance
WEEK 3: Gaining Initial Access

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