MCSI certifications are highly respected, showcasing your expertise and commitment to excellence. With cutting-edge, hands-on content, our exercises teach in-demand skills for immediate application. Certifications are valid for life, with no renewal fees or time limits.

Training Modules

This course provides you with multiple training modules, each of which is designed to teach you practical skills that can help you solve important cyber problems. Each module offers exercises that will help you build your skills and capabilities.

• MCD-001: Lab Setup - 4 exercises
• MCD-002: Key Concepts - 3 exercises
• MCD-003: Ghidra Fundamentals - 9 exercises
• MCD-101: Code Obfuscation Fundamental Techniques - 10 exercises
• MCD-102: Basic Virtual Machine Protection Techniques - 4 exercises
• MCD-201: Intermediate Code Obfuscation Techniques - 12 exercises
• MCD-202: Intermediate Virtual Machine Protection Techniques - 8 exercises
• MCD-203: Automated Binary Analysis - 4 exercises
• MCD-204: Automated Code Deobfuscation Techniques - 4 exercises

Scenarios

Cyber professionals must be ready for everything. The typical security training strategy, which focuses on individual skills and tools, is insufficient. You must be able to operate as part of a team, see the big picture, and respond swiftly and effectively to unforeseen circumstances. That's why, as part of our training, we use replays of whole cyber missions. Our scenarios help you prepare for the demands of the job and give you confidence in your ability to work professionally.

• MCD-SC-01: Basic Code Deobfuscation Challenges - 8 exercises
• MCD-SC-02: Intermediate Code Deobfuscation Challenges (Part 1) - 7 exercises
• MCD-SC-03: Intermediate Code Deobfuscation Challenges (Part 2) - 6 exercises
• MCD-SC-04: Breaking APT Malware Samples - 5 exercises
• MCD-SC-05: Breaking Advanced Binary Protections - 2 exercises

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Training Laptop Requirement

This course can be completed on a standard training laptop. To ensure you have the necessary hardware to complete the course, your machine should meet the following specifications:

• 64-bit Intel i5/i7 2.0+ GHz processor or equivalent
• 8GB of RAM
• Ability to run at least (1) virtual machine using Virtual Box, or an equivalent virtualization software
• Windows 10 or later, macOS 10 or later, or Linux
• Local administrator privileges

Do you support older operating systems?

Yes. Many of the exercises can be completed on older OS versions. A few of our students are successfully using older equipment to learn cyber security.

Proficiency in the English language

You must have the ability to comfortably read and understand IT documentation written in English. Ideally, they have an IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6 (or equivalent).

Note: You can register for this course without having undertaken an English test.

Prerequisite Knowledge

This is an advanced malware analysis and reverse engineering course.

We recommend that you have at least two (2) years of professional experience working as a Malware Analyst prior to registering for this certification.

Examples of key skills that you should have mastered:

• Experience reading and understanding the Assembly language
• Ability to write programs in Python and C
• Ability to manually decompile Assembly back to C code
• Knowledge of common malware techniques

How can I acquire these pre-requisite skills if I don't have them?

Consider the following certification training: MRE - Certified Reverse Engineer

Lab Environment

This course teaches you how to setup and configure your own cybersecurity lab.

• Save thousands by avoiding the costs of pre-built labs
• Customize your lab with the hardware and software you prefer
• Gain practical skills in networking, system administration, and technical troubleshooting
• Build confidence by practicing tasks you'll need to perform in real-world jobs
• Manage and maintain your own tools—just as employers expect in the workplace