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LAB EXAM GUIDELINES - GENERAL OVERVIEW Gold (Lab) Exam Gold exam has to be attempted within 45 days of undergoing the training. The exam pattern and credit system for GOLD exam is given below: This LAB will consist of a Forensic analysis of a file. The Challenge may include a log file from a snort IDS or analysis of a compromised machine. Candidates are HIGHLY recommended to go through Forensic challeges from Honeynet.org . If attempting Forensic Series, The Analysis will be more in-depth and challenging based on the level. 40 minutes LAB and 20 minutes documentation time Hour 2 - Penetration Testing - 300 credits This Pen testing assignment may involve using Nessus / Metasploit or any relevant tools against a server. Candidates are expected to document their findings in a 'low' / 'medium' / 'high' risk format and suggest any applicable solutions. Candidates may be asked to conduct a black box testing. 40 minutes LAB and 20 minutes documentation time Hour 3 - Reverse Engineering Challenge - 200 credits This LAB may involve use of Win32Dasm, HIEW, SmartCheck, IDA Pro, Ollydbg, SoftIce or any relevant tools for performing reverse engineering on a 'crackme'. Candidates are expected to create a working patch and outline their approach for the challenge. 30 minutes LAB and 20 minutes documentation time 10 minutes - Viva - 100 credits A viva test (using Skype) will be conducted to test general speaking / communication skills of a Candidate. You may be asked to do a sales pitch for a xyz security product or tested for a mock RFP response to a client. In some cases, we may ask on the current research work undertaken and your approach for the same. Thesis / Research Work- 250 credits The Most important part of a Boot camp, Thesis will largely affect your overall scoring. Next to Pen Testing, Thesis carries the highest weightage. To be undertaken by the candidate for a period of minimum one month, the research should focus on a Security Topic / idea with in-depth review, usage, possibilities and conclusions. The work should be original and should not be copied from the Net. If found to be a derivative / Copyrighted work, The candidate will be immediately disqualified in Gold Exam. Duration: one month Passing Criteria- 750 credits |
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