The University’s official cyber security training covers the essentials everyone needs to know. But if you fancy going a step further and getting some real hands-on practice, there are some great free platforms out there that let you do just that.
Ever wondered how attackers actually get into systems or how to stop them? You don’t need to work in IT, and you don’t need a computer science degree, to start picking up cyber security skills. Whether you’re completely new to it or already know the basics, there are great resources out there that allow for some hands on experience within labs. Are you red team or blue team?
TryHackMe (Learn Cyber Security | TryHackMe Cyber Training)
A great place to start if you’re new to this. Guided, step-by-step lessons take you from the basics right through to real attack techniques, all in a safe environment.
Hack The Box (Cyber Mastery: Community Inspired. Enterprise Trusted. | Hack The Box)
Ready for more of a challenge? This platform offers a range of deliberately vulnerable systems and puzzles, built by a huge global community. It’s more self-directed and a bit more competitive great for building that “attacker mindset.”
Blue Team Labs Online (Blue Team Labs Online – Cyber Range)
More interested in defending than attacking? BTLO puts you in the shoes of a security analyst, investigating real incidents, malware, and breaches.