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Core NetWars

The most comprehensive of NetWars ranges, this ultimate multi-disciplinary cyber range powers up the most diverse cyber skills. This range is ideal for advancing your cybersecurity prowess in today's dynamic threat landscape.

Core NetWars

Recommended for: All infosec practitioners of any level. It is recommended, but not required, that all students have a basic or foundational knowledge of information technology and technical topics.

Student Review

These challenges were so much fun. It really covered so many different topics. Loved how you were forced to use Tshark and MySQL. Made you have to learn and relearn the topic again.
C.M.

Details of Core NetWars

Disciplines

- Cybersecurity 101 - Cyber Defense - Penetration Testing - Digital Forensics - Incident Response - Cloud Computing

Core NetWars

Example Topics

- AI and data analysis - ICS/IoT/OT security - OS basics (Linux/Windows) - Cyber threat intelligence - Reverse engineering - Networking fundamentals

Core NetWars

Computer Requirements

- Internet Access - Browser-based • Chrome • Firefox • Safari • Edge

Core NetWars

Interactive Scenario:

SANS students land in Rust Haven, a desert outpost in Riddlewreck Plains, where the Echo of Yesterday jukebox spins riddles and retro beats. Chasing a clue to the fabled Emerald Hollow oasis, they face the Iron Collective’s glitter-dropping called Fluffel Dusters. Can they crack the jukebox’s puzzles and secure the oasis before the next tune?

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Key Specs

CPEs: Up to 6

Delivery: In-person, online, hybrid

Leaderboard: Yes

Levels: All

Minimum Seats: 25

Moderator Required: Yes

Player Mode: Solo & Team

Run Time: 6h

Scorecard: Yes

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For more information, speak with a SANS Advisor at sans.org/about/contact