Tampa, Fla., September 17, 2024: EC-Council, inventor of the world-famous Certified Ethical Hacker (C|EH) credential, recently concluded its July 2024 Global Certified Ethical Hacker (C|EH) Compete Challenge designed to showcase and enhance the skills of top ethical hackers worldwide. The challenge was centered on DDoS Exploitation, which offered participants a unique opportunity to demonstrate their proficiency in filtering out attack traffic to prevent it from reaching the intended targeted asset.
As part of the challenge, participants were presented with a simulated scenario involving an e-commerce company that had suffered a severe Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack. The attack led to a service outage lasting 3-4 hours, resulting in significant financial losses and damage to the company’s brand reputation. This hypothetical incident served as a critical case study for the ethical hackers, who were tasked with investigating the causes of the simulated DDoS attack and ensuring that similar incidents could be prevented in the future.
Participants in the challenge were required to perform red team exercises, simulating real-world attack scenarios to evaluate the company’s server security against potential DDoS threats. The competition not only tested the technical capabilities of ethical hackers but also emphasized the importance of proactive security measures in safeguarding critical information systems.
Challenge Leaderboard:
The leaderboard reflects the outstanding performance of participants who excelled in the challenge, showcasing their expertise in addressing complex security threats. The top performers demonstrated exceptional skill and strategic thinking, securing their positions as leading ethical hackers on the global stage.
This month’s C|EH Compete Challenge underlines EC-Council’s commitment to build a community of highly skilled cybersecurity professionals capable of defending against ever-evolving cyber threats. The event highlighted the crucial role of ethical hacking in maintaining the integrity and security of information systems in today’s digital landscape.
About EC-Council:
Founded in 2001, EC-Council is a trusted authority in cybersecurity education and certification. Best known for its Certified Ethical Hacker program, EC-Council also offers training, certificates, and degrees on a wide spectrum of subjects, from Computer Forensic Investigation and Security Analysis to Threat Intelligence and Information Security. EC-Council is an ISO/IEC 17024 Accredited Organization recognized under the U.S. Defense Department Directive 8140/8570 and many other authoritative cybersecurity bodies worldwide. With over 350,000 certified professionals globally, EC-Council remains a gold standard in the industry.
With a steadfast commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, EC-Council maintains a global presence with offices in the US, the UK, India, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia.
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