Joining Instructions - CSVA

Access to a stable internet connection on the day of your course (30 Mpbs or greater is preferable) with unfiltered outbound internet access. Restricted or heavily locked down corporate devices may be unsuitable. A wired connection is preferable to ensure a consistent connection but a reliable WiFi connection should be fine. Mobile device tethering is not recommended.

The WireGuard VPN client installed on your device. This must be the same device where your vulnerability scanner is installed to ensure your scans can run successfully over the VPN connection.

A VPN configuration will be provided at the start of your exam.

A Teams meeting link will be sent to you the day prior.

WireGuard VPN

Please install the Wireguard VPN client before the assessment.

Please note activating the VPN client outside of the assessment timeslot will cause your device to lose access to the internet. This is by design. Simply turn off the VPN to re-enable your internet access. You can only use the internet through the Cyber Scheme VPN during the assessment time slot, not before or after.

Windows

Browse to: https://www.wireguard.com/install/

Download and install the client then import the .conf (configuration file supplied by the Cyber Scheme).

Linux

apt update

apt install wireguard

You will be sent a config file from the Cyber Scheme.

Rename your .conf (configuration file supplied by the Cyber Scheme) to wg0.conf

mv myfile.conf wg0.conf

To import the file use the following command: nmcli connection import type wireguard file wg0.conf.

Trouble Shooting WireGuard VPN

FAQs

Where should I install Nessus? – in Windows is fine.

What Nessus licence do I need? – any is fine, we recommend the free essentials licence. Please note Nessus Essentials has a limit to 5 IPs Addresses that can be used for vulnerability scans and only lasts for 30 days now.

Can I use any vulnerability assessment software? – Yes, use any you like. Alternative software is available.

What time is the course? – One day 9am til 4pm – Remote via Teams and VPN

Online Training Requirements

1. Ensure a suitable environment for the duration of the course has been selected. We recommend that the candidate is alone in the room with the door closed.
2. Do not have music, TV, radio or background noise during the course.
3. Communication with the trainer via video conferencing / chat during the assessment is expected and allowed.
4. Internet access (use of google, chat apps, etc) is allowed; the candidate may  look things up on the internet.