Re: [OT] computer security (online) training
On Thu, Feb 7, 2013 at 7:48 PM, Harry Putnam <reader@newsguy.com> wrote:
> Sorry for taking advantage of the list a bit but as happens pretty
> often, this list is more likely to provide useful info on the subject.
>
> I want to begin some training in computer security... training I can
> do online... and hopefully a hands on approach.
Something I ran across, that I haven't had a chance to play with yet
is http://exploit-exercises.com/
>From the website:
"exploit-exercises.com provides a variety of virtual machines,
documentation and challenges that can be used to learn about a variety
of computer security issues such as privilege escalation,
vulnerability analysis, exploit development, debugging, reverse
engineering, and general cyber security issues."
--b
> I'm already an old man at 66 but would like to learn enough to get
> some kind of job involving comp security.
>
> I don't really need a job so far as having an income, since I'm
> already retired from field construction boilermaker trade with a
> decent pension, but I have lots of interest in security and have found
> through my life that there is nothing like having a job in a field to
> really make you learn the ropes.
>
> Cutting to the chase... after googling around I see there are many
> many computer security training sites and companies. I need a little
> guidance to paring them down with my main criteria being hands on
> training.
>
> So, any advice on this would be most welcome. Anyone who thinks it
> should go off list is welcome to email me:
> reader AT newsguy DOT com
>
>
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