Cyber Security Lab
Ethical Hacking, Penetration Testing & Network Defense
The Cyber Security Lab at MPIT CoE is designed to train the next generation of security professionals. With dedicated attack-and-defense simulation environments, students learn ethical hacking, network forensics, malware analysis, and penetration testing in a legally sandboxed setup.
Alok Bhatt
Head, Cyber Security Labs's Message
“It is my pleasure to welcome you to the Cyber Security Centre of Excellence (COE) at Maharana Pratap Institute of Technology (MPIT). Our Centre has been established with the vision of developing highly skilled cybersecurity professionals, promoting cutting-edge research, and providing an advanced platform for innovation in cyber defence technologies.”
“Our mission is not only to educate but also to inspire innovation, foster interdisciplinary research, and build strong collaborations with academia, industry, and government organisations.”
“Together, let us work towards building a safer, more secure, and resilient cyberspace.”
— Alok Bhatt, Head, Cyber Security Labs, Centre of Excellence (COE), MPIT Gorakhpur
Lab Facilities
Everything available inside the Cyber Security Lab for hands-on learning
Penetration Testing Lab
Isolated virtual environments for practicing ethical hacking using Kali Linux and Metasploit.
Network Defense Suite
Firewalls, IDS/IPS systems, and SIEM tools for hands-on network security monitoring.
Malware Analysis Chamber
Sandboxed systems for reverse engineering and analyzing malware samples safely.
Digital Forensics Workstation
Industry tools like Autopsy, FTK, and Wireshark for cyber crime investigation and evidence analysis.
CTF (Capture The Flag) Arena
Regular CTF challenges hosted on dedicated servers to sharpen offensive and defensive security skills.
Cloud Security Environment
Hands-on labs for AWS and Azure security configurations, IAM policies, and cloud threat modeling.
Lab Infrastructure
Enterprise-grade hardware powering the Cyber Security Lab.
| Component | Qty | Make / Model |
|---|---|---|
| Server Type-1 | 1 | HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 |
| Server Type-2 | 3 | HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 |
| 42U Server Rack | 1 | Valrack / Comrack |
| Workstations | 30 | HP ProOne 440 G9 + FTK |
| 20 KVA Online UPS | 2 | Vertiv / BPE |
| Network Switch | 1 | HPE Networking Instant On 1930 48G 4SFP/SFP+ |
| Academic Licenses | — | Penetration Testing, Forensics & SOC Tools |
Server Type-1 Specifications
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Make & Model | HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 |
| CPU | 2 × Intel Xeon-Gold 6430, 2.1 GHz, 32-core |
| Chipset | Intel® C741 |
| RAM | 512 GB (16 × 32 GB DDR5 4800 MT/s) |
| Storage | 5 × 3.2 TB NVMe Gen5 High Performance |
Server Type-2 Specifications
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Make & Model | HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11 |
| CPU | 2 × Intel Xeon-Silver 4514Y, 2.0 GHz, 16-core |
| RAM | 256 GB (8 × 32 GB DDR5 4800 MT/s) |
| Storage | 3 × 3.2 TB NVMe Gen5 High Performance |
Specialised Research & Training Domains
Advanced research and hands-on training across multiple cybersecurity disciplines.
Network Research
- ✓Enterprise Network Design
- ✓Software-Defined Networking (SDN)
- ✓Network Monitoring
- ✓Traffic Analysis
- ✓High-Speed Network Simulation
Protocol Analysis
- ✓Deep Packet Inspection (DPI)
- ✓Packet Capture & Analysis
- ✓Protocol Analysers & Licensed Software
- ✓Wireshark-based Investigations
Offensive Security
- ✓Ethical Hacking
- ✓Penetration Testing
- ✓Vulnerability Assessment
- ✓Red Team Operations
- ✓Adversary Emulation
Network Security
- ✓Firewall Configuration
- ✓IDS/IPS Systems
- ✓SIEM
- ✓Zero Trust Architecture
- ✓Secure Network Design
Cyber Warfare
- ✓Cyber Threat Intelligence
- ✓APT Simulation
- ✓Cyber Range Exercises
- ✓National Cyber Defence Scenarios
Web Application Security
- ✓OWASP Top 10
- ✓Secure Coding Practices
- ✓Web Vulnerability Assessment
- ✓API Security Testing
- ✓SSDLC
Exploit Development
- ✓Binary Exploitation
- ✓Memory Corruption
- ✓Buffer Overflow Analysis
- ✓Shellcode Development
- ✓Vulnerability Research
Digital Forensics & Incident Response
In-depth training in forensic investigation, evidence analysis, and incident handling.
Digital Forensics
- ✓Computer Forensics
- ✓Incident Response
- ✓Evidence Acquisition & Preservation
- ✓Chain of Custody
- ✓Forensic Reporting
Linux Forensics
- ✓Linux File System Analysis
- ✓Log Analysis
- ✓Memory Forensics on Linux
- ✓User Activity Investigation
- ✓Live Response Techniques
Network Forensics
- ✓Packet Capture Analysis
- ✓Network Traffic Reconstruction
- ✓Intrusion Detection
- ✓Flow-Based Analysis
- ✓Protocol Decoding
Malware Analysis
- ✓Static & Dynamic Analysis
- ✓Sandboxing Techniques
- ✓Malware Classification
- ✓Indicators of Compromise
- ✓Threat Intelligence
Reverse Engineering
- ✓Disassembly & Decompilation
- ✓Binary Analysis
- ✓Debugging Techniques
- ✓Code Obfuscation Analysis
- ✓Anti-Reversing Countermeasures
Professional Security Tools
Industry-grade toolkits and platforms available within the Cyber Security Lab.
Training Partner
The Cyber Security Lab has been established in collaboration with PurpleSynapz, providing industry-oriented penetration testing training, digital forensics, SOC analysis, threat hunting, and hands-on offensive & defensive cyber security education with certification support.
Courses in Cyber Security Lab
Computer Fundamentals
Learn the essential hardware and software components of modern computer networks.
Linux Administration Certification
Master the core operating system of enterprise servers. Learn file manipulation, users, and scripting.
Network Management
Get introduced to basic computer network protocols. Learn IP addressing, routing, and configurations.
Network Infrastructure
Plan, design, and configure enterprise networks. Work on VLAN routing, trunk links, and troubleshooting.
Fundamental Cyber Security
Cover security principles like the CIA Triad, cryptography, and hardening host environments.
Enroll in Cyber Security Lab
Get access to world-class infrastructure and industry mentors at Centre of Excellence MPIT.