SSFSNORT-Securing Cisco Networks with Open Source Snort® v4.0 Training in South Africa

  • Learn via: Online Instructor-Led / Classroom Based / Onsite
  • Duration: 4 Days
  • Price: From €5,193+VAT
  • UK Based Global Training Provider


The Securing Cisco Networks with Open Source Snort course shows you how to deploy a network intrusion detection system based on Snort. Through a combination of expert instruction and hands-on practice, you will learn how to install, configure, operate, and manage a Snort system, rules writing with an overview of basic options, advanced rules writing, how to configure PulledPork, and how to use OpenAppID to provide protection of your network from malware. You will learn techniques of tuning and performance monitoring, traffic flow through Snort rules, and more.

This course is worth 20 Continuing Education (CE) Credits



Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for technical professionals who need to know how to deploy an open source intrusion detection system (IDS) based on Snort.

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Prerequisites

Attendees should meet the following prerequisites:

  • Technical understanding of TCP/IP networking and network architecture
  • Proficiency with Linux and UNIX text editing tools (vi editor is suggested but not required)

What You Will Learn

After completing this course, you should be able to:

  • Describe Snort technology and identify the resources available for maintaining a Snort deployment
  • Install and configure a Snort deployment
  • Configure the command-line options for starting a Snort as a sniffer, a logger, and an intrusion detector, and create a script to start Snort automatically
  • Identify and configure available Snort intrusion detection outputs
  • Describe rule sources, updates, and utilities for managing rules and updates
  • Detail the components of the snort.lua file and determine how to configure it for your deployment
  • Configure Snort for inline operation using the inline-only features
  • Configure rules for Snort using basic rule syntax
  • Describe how traffic flows through Snort and how to optimize rules for better performance
  • Configure advanced-rule options for Snort rules
  • Configure OpenAppID features and functionality
  • Tune Snort for efficient operation and profile system performance

Training Outline

Snort Technology Introduction

  • Snort Basics
  • Snort Resources

Snort Installation

  • Installation Prerequisites
  • Performing the Snort Installation

Snort Operation Introduction

  • Running Snort from the Command Line
  • Configuring Snort to Start Automatically

Snort Intrusion Detection Output

  • Configuring Snort Intrusion Detection Output

Rule Management

  • Snort Rulesets
  • PulledPork Installation and Configuration

Snort Configuration

  • Examining the snort.lua File
  • Inspector Configuration

Inline Operation and Configuration

  • Configuring Inline Operation
  • Configuring Inline-Specific Features

Snort Rule Syntax and Usage

  • Basic Rule Syntax
  • Common Rule Options

Snort Rule Traffic Processing Flow

  • Examining Snort Traffic Flow

Advanced Rule Options

  • PCRE Rule Options
  • Hash Rules
  • Byte Rule Options
  • Implementing Flowbits
  • File Detention

OpenAppID Detection Configuration

  • Exploring the Open AppID Preprocessor
  • Examining AppID Events and Statistics
  • Detector Basics

Snort Tuning

  • Viewing Performance Statistics
  • Configuring Snort Rule Filters
  • Implementing BPFs in Snort
  • Performance Profiling

Why Choose Us

Experience live, interactive learning from the comfort of your home or office with Bilginç IT Academy's Online Instructor-Led SSFSNORT-Securing Cisco Networks with Open Source Snort® v4.0 Training in South Africa. Engage directly with expert trainers in a virtual environment that mirrors the energy and schedule of a physical classroom.

  • Live Sessions: Join scheduled classes with a live instructor and other delegates in real-time.
  • Interactive Experience: Engage in group activities, hands-on labs, and direct Q&A sessions with your trainer and peers.
  • Global Expert Trainers: Learn from a handpicked global pool of expert trainers with deep industry experience.
  • Proven Expertise: Benefit from over 30 years of quality training experience, equipping you with lasting skills for success.
  • Scalable Delivery: Accessible worldwide, including South Africa, with flexible scheduling to meet your professional needs.

Immerse yourself in our most sought-after learning style for SSFSNORT-Securing Cisco Networks with Open Source Snort® v4.0 Training in South Africa. Our hand-picked classroom venues in South Africa offer an invaluable human touch, providing a focused and interactive environment for professional growth.

  • Highly Experienced Trainers: Boost your skills with trainers boasting 10-20+ years of real-world experience.
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  • Tailored Learning Experience: Customize the training content to fit your unique business projects or specific technical needs.
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