Windows Security Courses and Certifications

Implementing Proactive Windows Security

54 ratings at Pluralsight

In this course, you will learn how to implement proactive solutions needed to defend against the most-used attack vectors of today and how to prepare your environment for the post-2015 security landscape.

• Pluralsight
• 2 hours 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Explore secure computing in Windows using essential tools and configurations for network protection, system analysis, and threat defense.

• Cybrary
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

SyScan360

Windows Systems and Code Signing Protection

Explore Windows systems and code signing protection techniques, focusing on security vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies for software developers and cybersecurity professionals.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

SyScan360

Abusing Symbolic Links on Windows - A Link to the Past

Explore techniques for exploiting symbolic links on Windows systems, uncovering potential vulnerabilities and security risks in file system operations.

• YouTube
• 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)

Automated Implementation of Windows-Related Security-Configuration Guides

Explore automated implementation of Windows security guides using NLP and verification techniques. Learn about extraction, research questions, and current limitations in this field.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Cooper

Undocumented Windows Hash Leak Vulnerability

Uncover an undocumented Windows feature that leaks valuable hashes, enabling faster privilege escalation and domain admin access. Learn this simple yet powerful technique from experienced IT security specialists.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Cooper

Windows Systems and Code Signing Protection - Hack.lu 2016

Explores Windows code signing mechanisms, kernel implications, rootkit bypass techniques, and user-land protections, focusing on authenticode and its impact on system security.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Hack In The Box Security Conference

ALPChecker: Detecting Spoofing and Blinding Attacks on ALPC - HITB 2023

Presentation on ALPChecker, a new security tool designed to detect kernel mode attacks on Windows' ALPC mechanism, addressing vulnerabilities in inter-process communication.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Ekoparty Security Conference

Privilege Escalation from Medium to High Integrity Level in Windows

Unveiling a Windows design flaw allowing privilege escalation from Medium to High integrity level, demonstrating a 100% reliable exploit on the latest Windows versions.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Ekoparty Security Conference

Windows Agentless C2 - Abusing the MDM Client Stack

Unveils innovative research on exploiting Windows MDM stack for agentless C2 systems. Explores vulnerabilities, custom C2 server creation, and remote device control techniques, inspiring new defensive strategies.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Ekoparty Security Conference

Windows Event Log Persistence Techniques - Bypassing Protections and Maintaining Access

Explore Windows Event Log persistence techniques, bypassing security measures, and elevating privileges in red team operations. Learn innovative approaches for undetectable attacks using Windows itself.

• YouTube
• 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Ekoparty Security Conference

Silent Steps in Windows Using Syscalls - Evading AV/EDR Defenses

Explora cómo utilizar syscalls en Windows para evadir defensas AV/EDR, analizando su funcionamiento e interacción mediante ingeniería inversa para lograr evasiones efectivas.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Operating Systems and Security

40 ratings at edX

This course focuses on the foundational concepts common to all operating systems and the unique aspects of Windows, Linux, and macOS.

• edX
• 7 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Complete Cyber Security Course : Hackers Exposed!

53639 ratings at Udemy

Volume 1 : Become a Cyber Security Specialist, Learn How to Stop Hackers, Prevent Hacking, Learn IT Security & INFOSEC

• Udemy
• 12 hours 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Cybersecurity Roles, Processes & Operating System Security

5410 ratings at Coursera

Explore OS fundamentals, security features, and hands-on skills in Windows, Linux, and macOS. Gain essential knowledge for IT and cybersecurity careers through practical labs and projects.

• Coursera
• 17 hours 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)