The virus Stuxnet was the first Cyber warfare malware that proved that a piece of code could escape the digital realm and wreak actual physical destruction - in this case, on a nuclear facility.
In this course, we’ll learn how to create a digital weapon like Stuxnet using Python, Go programming language, ARM assembly language, C, and C++.
Dive deep into the concepts of Cyber Security and Cyber Warfare by learning to design, build, deploy, and operate Digital Weapons for National Security.
Components of a Digital Weapon and how to put it all together.
Learn to build multiple payloads for your Digital Weapon. Your main payload would attack the PLCs to disrupt it's default operation, while another payload performs a Man-in-the-Middle attack to fake the inputs coming from the PLC's I/O modules and tell it's output to do what it wants, not what the stock hard-coded logic says.
At the same time, program the payload to replay previously recorded input data to make the PLC logic and the operator think that all is well.
Stealth: Learn to build a worm that executes all routines related to the main payload of the attack; a process that automatically executes the propagated copies of the worm; and a rootkit component that hides all malicious files and processes, to prevent detection of your Digital Weapon.
Precision: Learn to write code that enables your worm to stay dormant while it is staking out the target, reactivating itself & attacking systems when the right conditions are met.
Program your Digital Weapon to phone home when needed.
Your weapon would be designed to operate autonomously, but you will also learn how to code Command and Control capabilities (Fly-by-Wire) to flip the kill switch if and when required, to track the health of the worm itself, to monitor it’s operations, to collect telemetry, and to perform version control - update the worm on-the-fly as you learn from it's behaviour while it navigates hostile territory.
Earn your Badge with a specialization in Digital Weapons Design.
Duration:
4 weeks
≈ 300 hours
of training & engagement
Schedule, 2023
Feb 06 - Mar 06
Fee, excluding tax (in INR)
₹ 60,480
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Duration:
8 weeks
≈ 500 hours
of training & engagement
Schedule, 2023
Feb 06 - Apr 06
Fee, excluding tax (in INR)
₹ 1,20,960
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Duration:
12 weeks
≈ 800 hours
of training & engagement
Schedule, 2023
Feb 06 - May 06
Fee, excluding tax (in INR)
₹ 1,81,440
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Duration:
16 weeks
≈ 1000 hours
of training & engagement
Schedule, 2023
Feb 06 - Jun 06
Fee, excluding tax (in INR)
₹ 2,41,920
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Data Structures and Algorithms
A good understanding of algorithms and the knowledge of when to apply them is crucial to producing software that not only works correctly, but also performs efficiently. The following topics on Data Structures & Algorithms (DSA) are covered in Level 1 of this course.
Talk to the Machine
Dive into machine organization without the extra overload of learning assembly language programming. Examples in C/C++, Python, Go lang, Java, and JavaScript, the topics below fills in the low-level details of machine organization that are often left out of computer science and engineering courses.
Secure Network Programming
Learn to think like a Cracker so that you can develop effective, defensive code. In this module, you’ll learn hacking techniques and get insights into understanding how to prevent hacking issues in your code. You will also learn to write and use scanners, sniffers, exploits, and how to write network security test harness for application and infrastructure.
Think Low-Level, Write High-Level
Learn to write portable and efficient programs by analyzing the output of compiler and interpreters. Learn the types of machine code statements that compilers and interpreters generate for common control structures and explore how to choose the best statements when writing High-Level Language code. Design & write shorter and faster programs that translate into efficient machine code.
Hack with Python
Learn to program in Python while making and breaking ciphers—algorithms used to create and send secret messages. Make, test, and hack Python programs that encrypt text with ciphers like the Transposition cipher and Vigenère cipher. Learn to write Python code for the Reverse and Caesar ciphers, and then work your way up to public key cryptography - the type of encryption used to secure today’s online transactions, including digital signatures, email, and Crypto currency like Bitcoin.
On Cybersecurity
Beginning with the use of antipatterns and moving through improvements in security architecture, customizing tools, effective pen testing, and network monitoring, learn how to build security into an organization’s systems. The following topics are covered in this module:
Crack the Cybersecurity Interview
Hone your skills with:
Version Control using Git & GitHub
Version control is a system that records changes to a file or set of files over time so that you can recall specific versions later. Using a VCS also generally means that if you screw things up or lose files, you can easily recover. In this module, you’ll learn to use version control using Git & Github.
Everything in Level 1 plus additional subjects as highlighted below.
Forge your Weapons, Part I
In this module, you’ll learn how to move from a theoretical understanding of offensive computing concepts to a practical implementation. Instead of relying on another attacker’s tools, you’ll learn to forge your own weapons using Python.
Forge your Weapons, Part II
Hacking UAVs
Learn how to Intercept and Spy on UAVs.
Evade Antivirus programs
Go Programming Language
The Go Programming Language was conceived at Google. Go is especially well suited for building infrastructure like networked servers, and tools and systems for programmers, but it is truly a general-purpose language and finds use in domains as diverse as graphics, mobile applications, and machine learning.
Everything in Level 1 and Level 2 plus additional subjects as highlighted below.
Writing Rootkits & Bootkits
In this module, you’ll learn how to create sophisticated, advanced attacks that bury deep in a machine’s boot process or UEFI firmware. You’ll understand in detail the delivery stage of threats against BIOS and UEFI firmware in order to create worms that can evade detection.
Malware Analysis
Learn to analyze, debug, and disassemble malware. Malware Analysis is a cat-and-mouse game with rules that are constantly changing. Through this module, we ensure that your fundamentals are strong enough to handle any situation that is thrown at you.
Programming in C
Programming in C++
Everything in Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 plus additional subjects as highlighted below.
Assembly Language Programming
Learning Assembly Language is a great way to learn about system architecture. In this module, we’ll learn how to program the Raspberry Pi at the lowest level with Assembly Language Programming for the ARM processor. Even though the Raspberry Pi is credit card sized, it is still a sophisticated computer with a quad-core processor, a floating-point co-processor, and a NEON parallel processing unit. What you learn about the Raspberry Pi is directly relevant to any device with an ARM processor, which includes nearly every cell phone and tablet.
Hacking Cars
Get an understanding of a vehicle’s communication network and learn how to intercept data and perform specific hacks to track vehicles, unlock doors, glitch engines, flood communication, and more.
Mobile Forensic Investigations
Learn to conduct mobile device, cloud, IoT, and UAS forensic investigations. Find out how to collect prosecutable evidence, uncover hidden files, and lock down the chain of custody.
Eligibility criteria.
You must be 17 years of age or above at the time of registration. There is no age limit to start learning. The batches may however, be segregated based on age range or number of years of work experience, if required.
This is a gender-neutral learning environment. Participants could identify themselves as any gender (male/female/3rd gender/transgender) or choose not to disclose their gender at the time of registration.
Join from anywhere across the globe. Our’s is a Hybrid / Hyflex Classroom learning environment. The classroom includes a mix of students who are present onsite and those who wish to join the class virtually.
Next cohort on Diabolical Code, Level 1 begins from Feb 06, 2023. Applications for this batch have closed. If you have already applied, your application will now go through these following stages.
Applications for Level 1 are now closed.
Registrations:
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If required, we would request you to take an online test and/or a short online interview.
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An extensive assessment of all applications will be conducted to determine seat allocation.
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Results will be communicated in the 3rd week of Jan, 23. Complete the joining formalities by:
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