Calling Captain Ahab - Using Open Tools to Profile Whaling Campaigns

Overview

Learn to profile and analyze whaling campaigns using open-source tools. Gain insights into advanced phishing techniques targeting high-level executives and enhance your cybersecurity skills.

Syllabus

• Introduction to Whaling Campaigns
Definition and Significance of Whaling in Cybersecurity
Differences between Phishing, Spear Phishing, and Whaling
• Overview of Open-Source Tools for Cybersecurity
Introduction to Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)
Key Open-Source Tools in Threat Hunting
• Profiling High-Level Executives
Identifying High-Value Targets
Gathering Intelligence with OSINT
• Advanced Phishing Techniques
Techniques Used in Whaling
Case Studies of Successful Whaling Campaigns
• Tool Setup and Configuration
Installing and Configuring Whaling Detection Tools
Customizing Tools for Specific Campaigns
• Practical Lab: Analyzing a Simulated Whaling Campaign
Step-by-Step Walkthrough of a Whaling Attack
Using Tools to Profile and Analyze the Attack
• Mitigation Strategies and Defense Mechanisms
Best Practices for Protecting Against Whaling
Training and Awareness Programs for Executives
• Ethical Considerations and Legal Implications
Ethical Hacking and Responsible Disclosure
Understanding Legal Boundaries in Cybersecurity Research
• Course Review and Practical Final Assessment
Recap of Key Lessons Learned
Assessment of Skills Through a Practical Simulation
• Additional Resources and Continuing Education
Recommended Readings and Tools for Further Learning
Opportunities for Advanced Certifications in Cybersecurity

Subjects

Conference Talks