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CompTIA Sec+ 701 Just Labs: The Ultimate Hands-On Bootcamp (Udemy.com)

Hands-on, labs-only Security+ (SY0-701) Bootcamp — Network Scanning, Web Exploitation, Privilege Escalation & IR

4.8
109 reviews

Created by: Anand Rao Nednur

Last updated September 2026

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What you will learn

  • Perform professional network reconnaissance using tools like Nmap, Masscan, Recon-NG, and theHarvester to identify live hosts, open ports, and running services.
  • Analyze DNS and web footprints with nslookup, dig, dnsenum, and Google Dorking to map a target’s online presence safely and legally.
  • Use vulnerability scanners such as Nessus, Nikto, and wpscan to discover misconfigurations and common CVEs.
  • Execute web-application attacks in a controlled lab — including SQL Injection, XSS, CSRF, and Directory Traversal — and understand how to defend against them.
  • Capture and interpret network traffic with tcpdump and Wireshark to detect intrusions and create Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).
  • Establish and manage shells (reverse, bind, and Meterpreter) using Netcat, Socat, and Metasploit, then stabilize and upgrade sessions.
  • Crack and audit passwords using John the Ripper, Hashcat, and Hydra to understand authentication weaknesses.

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Course Description

This is a labs-first, practical bootcamp designed to prepare students for CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) through hands-on exercises — not slide decks. If you learn by doing, this course puts you in an isolated lab network with realistic targets so you can practice discovery, exploitation, detection and remediation across all major Security+ domains.

Inside you’ll find 100+ instructor-created labs mapped to SY0-701 objectives: reconnaissance and OSINT (Nmap, Shodan, Google Dorking), vulnerability scanning and web testing (Nikto, Burp, SQLi, XSS), wireless attacks and cracking (aircrack suite), exploitation and shells (netcat, socat, msfvenom, Meterpreter), password attacks and cracking (John, Hashcat), and blue-team workflows (tcpdump/Wireshark packet analysis, Splunk/Wazuh log correlation, incident reporting). Each lab includes a clear objective, step-by-step exercises, and suggested detection/mitigation actions so you learn both offense and defense.

What makes this course unique:
• Labs are isolated in a controlled environment — safe and legal.
• Every lab is mapped to Security+ objectives so you can track exam coverage.
• Performance-based capstones and grading rubrics reinforce real job skills.
• Blue-team counterpart exercises show how to detect the exact techniques used.

Whether you’re studying for Security+ SY0-701, transitioning into a SOC role, or beefing up practical pentesting skills, this course accelerates readiness by focusing on the hands-on tasks employers and the exam expect. Enroll now — run the labs, collect the evidence, and build real skills that translate to the exam and the workplace.
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Instructor Details

Anand Rao Nednur

Meet Anand – a seasoned IT professional with over 20 years of experience and a specialization in Active Directory. Since 2012, Anand has been deeply involved in cloud computing, holding multiple certifications in cloud computing and cybersecurity. His expertise makes him a trusted advisor for organizations looking to transition to and optimize their cloud infrastructure.

With his strong background in information security and data engineering, Anand has guided numerous organizations in building secure, scalable cloud systems.

Passionate about knowledge-sharing, Anand regularly publishes blog articles, YouTube tutorials, and Udemy courses — all designed to make complex cloud and security concepts simple and practical. He is also the author of Adventures in Cyberland: A Guide to Information Security Awareness and also Sparky Big Byte Adventure: Bits, Bots and Computer Secrets: An Illustrated Guide to Computers for Kids , available on Amazon, where he explores cloud technologies in greater depth.

Certifications

Cloud Computing:

AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate

AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate

Google Cloud Platform – Cloud Architect (GCP)

Microsoft Azure Administration (70-533)

Microsoft Azure Architecture (70-534)

Cybersecurity:

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4.8

109 ratings on Udemy

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By John Taylor on 9/9/2026

This bootcamp is a good way to go from learning ideas to actually getting hands-on experience with Security+ topics. The hands-on approach makes the material more interesting and helps you remember what you learn better.

By Abigail Fraser on 9/6/2026

This bootcamp is a great way to get ready for Security+ and learn by doing. The labs offer a clear and practical space that makes tough ideas easier to grasp and helps you feel more confident with real-life security situations.

By Tiffany Hudson on 5/26/2026

Great Hands on examples. Could provide example of VirtualBox for different Linux VM. But so far this is good.

By Rohan k on 11/12/2025

After finishing this I feel like I can say I've actually used the tools, not just watched someone use them, which makes a big difference. It's strong if you already have the basics; total beginner might feel like they're thrown in the deep end

By Akash K on 11/12/2025

As an IT student, I found the step-by-step exercises in tools like Nmap, Metasploit and Wireshark super helpful for building confidence. I wish I could have a little more explanation on how to apply the results in a real enterprise environment.

By Deepak mishravan on 11/10/2025

The course was very well-structured and easy to follow. The instructor explained every concept clearly, and the practical examples made learning enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone looking to improve their skills.

By Chandrahaas on 11/9/2025

This course totally changed how I view cybersecurity, the labs using real tools and scenarios helped me go from theory-only to actually doing exploitation and incident response. If you’re tired of slides and want your hands dirty, this is the one.

By Sai krishna on 11/9/2025

I appreciated the way the bootcamp directly aligns with the CompTIA Security+ SY0‑701 objectives and gives you an isolated lab network to practice safely. One thing to note, you’ll need to pause often and keep up with your VM setup, or you’ll fall behind.

By Sumit Chauhan on 11/8/2025

Great for hands-on learners. You actually get to try out the tools instead of just hearing about them.

By Lakshya Raj on 11/7/2025

This course made me finally understand what I was studying. The labs are challenging but very rewarding.

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  • Video Duration: icon 35.1h
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  • Updated: icon September 2026
  • Level: Intermediate Intermediate
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