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Phishing Email Analysis

Learn how to analysis of the most common attack vector in the cyber security industry.
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Phishing Email Analysis

Phishing Email Analysis involves the systematic examination of emails suspected to be fraudulent to identify and mitigate cybersecurity threats. This process includes scrutinizing the email's content, sender details, and technical markers for signs of deception or malicious intent. Analysts look for common phishing techniques such as spoofed email addresses, urgent or threatening language, and suspicious attachments or links. Advanced methods may involve analyzing metadata and deploying machine learning algorithms to detect subtle patterns indicative of phishing. The goal is to protect sensitive information by understanding the tactics used by cybercriminals, thereby enhancing an organization's email security protocols and user awareness.

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Table of content
  • Introduction to Phishing
  • Information Gathering
  • What is an Email Header and How to Read Them?
  • Email Header Analysis
  • Static Analysis
  • Dynamic Analysis
  • Additional Techniques
Practice with SOC Alert
  • 86 - SOC141 - Phishing URL Detected
  • 82 - SOC140 - Phishing Mail Detected - Suspicious Task Scheduler
  • 52 - SOC120 - Phishing Mail Detected - Internal to Internal
  • 45 - SOC114 - Malicious Attachment Detected - Phishing Alert
Evaluate Yourself with Quiz
  • Phishing Quiz
Challenge
  • Phishing Email
Phishing Email Analysis
Learn how to analysis of the most common attack vector in the cyber security industry.
YOUR PROGRESS
Lesson Completion0%
SOC Alerts0 of 4
Challenge0 of 1
Quiz0 of 1
ACHIEVEMENTS
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EXPECTED OUTCOMES
  • Understand the fundamental concepts and techniques used in phishing attacks.
  • Develop the ability to systematically analyze and identify phishing emails.
  • Gain proficiency in utilizing tools and technologies for email analysis.
  • Learn to implement effective countermeasures to safeguard against phishing threats.
  • Enhance your organization’s email security and educate others on safe email practices.
  • INTENDED AUDIENCE
  • Security professionals seeking to enhance their skills in threat detection.
  • Network administrators and email system managers.
  • Business professionals responsible for company data protection.
  • Anyone interested in entering the field of cybersecurity.
  • Individuals aiming to increase their awareness and safety from phishing attacks.
  • PREREQUISITES
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts is beneficial but not mandatory.
  • Phishing Email Analysis
    Learn how to analysis of the most common attack vector in the cyber security industry.