Curriculum
- 15 Sections
- 361 Lessons
- 10 Weeks
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- Introduction to Cybersecurity76
- 1.11- Confidentiality
- 1.2Sensitive Information
- 1.3Access Control
- 1.4Encryption
- 1.5Data Masking and Anonymization
- 1.6Physical Security
- 1.7Security Policies and Training
- 1.8Monitoring and Auditing
- 1.92- Integrity
- 1.10Data Validation and Verification
- 1.11Access Control
- 1.12Data Encryption
- 1.13Data Integrity Checks
- 1.14Backup and Recovery
- 1.15Change Management
- 1.16Auditing and Logging
- 1.173- Availability
- 1.18Redundancy and Fault Tolerance
- 1.19Load Balancing
- 1.20High Availability Architectures
- 1.21Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) Protection
- 1.22Data Backup and Recovery
- 1.23Monitoring and Incident Response
- 1.24Business Continuity Planning
- 1.254- Authentication
- 1.26User Authentication
- 1.27Device Authentication
- 1.28System Authentication
- 1.29Authentication Protocols
- 1.30Authentication Factors
- 1.31Authentication Tokens and Tokens
- 1.325- Authorization
- 1.33Access Control Policies
- 1.34Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
- 1.35Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC)
- 1.36Permission Assignment
- 1.37Access Control Lists (ACLs)
- 1.38Policy Enforcement
- 1.39Auditing and Logging:
- 1.406- Encryption
- 1.41Cryptographic Algorithms
- 1.42Encryption Keys
- 1.43Symmetric and Asymmetric Encryption
- 1.44End-to-End Encryption
- 1.45Transport Layer Encryption
- 1.46Data-at-Rest Encryption
- 1.477- Firewalls and Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)
- 1.48Firewalls
- 1.49Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
- 1.50Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS)
- 1.518- Patch Management
- 1.52Vulnerability Assessment
- 1.53Patch Prioritization
- 1.54Patch Testing
- 1.55Patch Deployment
- 1.56Patch Management Tools
- 1.57Continuous Monitoring and Reporting
- 1.58Third-Party Patching
- 1.599- Security Awareness Training
- 1.60Phishing Awareness
- 1.61Password Security
- 1.62Social Engineering Awareness
- 1.63Data Handling and Privacy
- 1.64Safe Internet and Device Usage
- 1.65Incident Reporting and Response
- 1.66Regular Refreshers and Updates
- 1.6710- Incident Response
- 1.68Preparation
- 1.69Detection and Analysis
- 1.70Containment and Eradication
- 1.71Recovery and Remediation
- 1.72Post-Incident Analysis and Lessons Learned
- 1.73Communication and Coordination
- 1.74Continuous Improvement
- 1.75Case Studies
- 1.76Rest
- Computer Networking18
- 2.11- Fundamentals of Computer Networks
- 2.2Topology
- 2.3Networking Devices
- 2.4Transmission Media
- 2.52- Protocols
- 2.6TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)
- 2.7HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)
- 2.8DNS (Domain Name System)
- 2.93- IP Addressing
- 2.10IPv4 (Internet Protocol version 4)
- 2.11IPv6 (Internet Protocol version 6)
- 2.124- Network Security Basics
- 2.13Firewalls
- 2.14Encryption
- 2.15Access Control
- 2.16Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS)
- 2.17Practical Exaples
- 2.18Rest
- Operating Systems Security18
- 3.11- Windows Operating System
- 3.2User Account Control (UAC)
- 3.3Windows Defender
- 3.4Windows Firewall
- 3.5BitLocker
- 3.6Group Policy
- 3.72- macOS
- 3.8Gatekeeper
- 3.9FileVault
- 3.10XProtect
- 3.11App Sandbox
- 3.123- Linux Operating Systems
- 3.13Permissions and Access Control
- 3.14SELinux and AppArmor
- 3.15Firewalls
- 3.16Package Management
- 3.17Practical Examples
- 3.18Rest
- Cryptography15
- 4.11- Basics of Encryption and Decryption
- 4.2Encryption
- 4.3Decryption
- 4.42- Cryptographic Algorithms
- 4.5Symmetric Encryption
- 4.6Asymmetric Encryption (Public-Key Encryption)
- 4.73- Cryptographic Protocols
- 4.8SSL/TLS (Secure Sockets Layer/Transport Layer Security)
- 4.9PGP (Pretty Good Privacy)
- 4.10IPsec (Internet Protocol Security)
- 4.114- Cryptographic Hash Functions
- 4.12Hash Functions
- 4.13Common Hash Algorithms
- 4.14Practical Examples
- 4.15Rest
- Web Security17
- 5.11- Securing Web Applications
- 5.2Input Validation
- 5.3Authentication and Authorization
- 5.4Session Management
- 5.5HTTPS (HTTP Secure)
- 5.6Content Security Policy (CSP)
- 5.7Secure Coding Practices
- 5.8Regular Security Updates
- 5.92- Common Web Vulnerabilities
- 5.10Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
- 5.11SQL Injection (SQLi)
- 5.12Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
- 5.13Sensitive Data Exposure
- 5.14Broken Authentication
- 5.15Insecure Direct Object References (IDOR)
- 5.16Practical Examples
- 5.17Rest
- Network Security19
- 6.11- Firewalls
- 6.2Definition
- 6.3Functionality
- 6.4Types of Firewalls
- 6.52- IDS/IPS (Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems)
- 6.6Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
- 6.7Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS)
- 6.8Deployment
- 6.93- VPNs (Virtual Private Networks)
- 6.10Definition
- 6.11Encryption
- 6.12Authentication
- 6.134- Network Architecture and Design for Security
- 6.14Defense-in-Depth
- 6.15Segmentation
- 6.16Least Privilege
- 6.17Security Policies and Procedures
- 6.18Rest
- 6.19Practical Examples
- Incident Response and Digital Forensics20
- 7.11- Incident Response Techniques
- 7.2Preparation
- 7.3Detection
- 7.4Containment
- 7.5Eradication
- 7.6Recovery
- 7.7Post-Incident Analysis
- 7.82- Digital Forensics Tools and Methodologies
- 7.9Disk Imaging Tools
- 7.10Forensic Analysis Tools
- 7.11Network Forensics Tools
- 7.12Memory Forensics Tools
- 7.13Timeline Analysis Tools
- 7.143- Forensic Methodologies
- 7.15Acquisition
- 7.16Analysis
- 7.17Interpretation
- 7.18Reporting
- 7.19Practical Examples
- 7.20Rest
- Ethical Hacking/Penetration Testing18
- 8.11- Understanding the Mindset of Hackers
- 8.2Curiosity and Creativity
- 8.3Persistence and Determination
- 8.4Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills
- 8.5Ethical and Legal Boundaries
- 8.62- Techniques for Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessments
- 8.7Reconnaissance
- 8.8Exploitation
- 8.9Post-Exploitation
- 8.10Reporting
- 8.112- Techniques for Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessments
- 8.12Reconnaissance
- 8.13Vulnerability Scanning
- 8.14Exploitation
- 8.15Post-Exploitation
- 8.16Reporting
- 8.17Rest
- 8.18Problems and Solutions
- Security Policies and Compliance11
- 9.11- Developing and Implementing Security Policies
- 9.2Policy Development
- 9.3Policy Documentation
- 9.4Policy Communication and Training
- 9.5Policy Enforcement and Compliance Monitoring
- 9.6Policy Review and Updates
- 9.72- Understanding Regulatory Compliance
- 9.8GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
- 9.9HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)
- 9.10Rest
- 9.11Problems and Solutions
- Security Awareness and Training14
- 10.11- Educating Users on Cybersecurity Best Practices
- 10.2Phishing Awareness
- 10.3Password Security
- 10.4Safe Browsing Habits
- 10.5Data Protection
- 10.6Device Security
- 10.7Incident Reporting
- 10.82- Social Engineering Awareness and Prevention
- 10.9Types of Social Engineering Attacks
- 10.10Recognizing Red Flags
- 10.11Verification and Validation
- 10.12Security Awareness Exercises
- 10.13Rest
- 10.14Problems and Solutions
- Wireless Network Security16
- 11.11- Securing Wireless Networks
- 11.2Enable Encryption
- 11.3Use Complex Passwords
- 11.4Change Default Settings
- 11.5Implement Network Segmentation
- 11.6Enable MAC Address Filtering
- 11.7Disable SSID Broadcasting
- 11.8Regularly Update Firmware
- 11.92- Risks and Mitigations for Wi-Fi Vulnerabilities
- 11.10Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) Attacks
- 11.11Brute Force Attacks
- 11.12Evil Twin Attacks
- 11.13Wi-Fi Jamming
- 11.14Wi-Fi Pineapple Attacks
- 11.15Rest
- 11.16Problems and Solutions
- Cloud Security67
- 12.11- Data Encryption
- 12.2Encryption in Transit
- 12.3Encryption at Rest
- 12.42- Access Control
- 12.5Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- 12.6Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
- 12.7Access Policies and Permissions
- 12.8Audit and Monitoring
- 12.93- Multi-factor Authentication (MFA)
- 12.10Authentication Factors
- 12.11MFA Implementation
- 12.12Benefits of MFA
- 12.13Best Practices
- 12.144- Network Security
- 12.15Firewalls
- 12.16Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS)
- 12.17Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
- 12.18Access Control
- 12.19Encryption
- 12.20Network Segmentation
- 12.21Regular Audits and Monitoring
- 12.22Patch Management
- 12.235- Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
- 12.24Monitoring Data in Motion
- 12.25Monitoring Data at Rest
- 12.26Policy Enforcement
- 12.27Content Inspection and Classification
- 12.28Preventing Data Leakage
- 12.29Integration with Security Ecosystem
- 12.30User Awareness and Training
- 12.316- Security Monitoring and Logging
- 12.32Continuous Monitoring
- 12.33Log Management
- 12.34Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
- 12.35Threat Detection and Incident Response
- 12.36Compliance and Auditing
- 12.37Cloud-Native Monitoring Solutions
- 12.38Third-Party Monitoring and Logging Tools
- 12.397- Compliance and Legal Considerations
- 12.40Industry Regulations and Compliance Standards
- 12.41Legal Requirements
- 12.42Data Protection Regulations
- 12.43Cloud Service Providers’ Role
- 12.44Assurances and Certifications
- 12.45Shared Responsibility Model
- 12.468- Data Residency and Sovereignty
- 12.47Data Residency
- 12.48Sovereignty Requirements
- 12.49Regulatory Compliance
- 12.50Cloud Provider Offerings
- 12.51Data Transfer Restrictions
- 12.52Risk Management
- 12.539- Incident Response and Disaster Recovery:
- 12.54Incident Response Plan (IRP)
- 12.55Disaster Recovery Strategy (DRS)
- 12.56Regular Backups
- 12.57Failover Mechanisms
- 12.58Recovery Procedures
- 12.5910- Vendor Security Assurance
- 12.60Assessing Security Posture
- 12.61Reviewing Certifications and Compliance
- 12.62Conducting Security Assessments
- 12.63Evaluating Compliance with Best Practices
- 12.64Ensuring Data Protection and Privacy
- 12.65Contractual Agreements and SLAs
- 12.66Problem and Solutions
- 12.67Rest
- Internet of Things (IoT) Security19
- 13.11- Security Challenges in IoT Devices
- 13.2Limited Resources
- 13.3Lack of Standardization
- 13.4Insecure Communication
- 13.5Vulnerabilities in Firmware and Software
- 13.6Physical Security Risks
- 13.7Privacy Concerns
- 13.8Lifecycle Management
- 13.92- Strategies for Securing IoT Ecosystems
- 13.10Implement Secure Authentication and Authorization Mechanisms
- 13.11Encrypt Data in Transit and at Rest
- 13.12Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
- 13.13Implement Network Segmentation and Firewalls
- 13.14Monitor and Analyze Device Behavior
- 13.15Update and Patch Devices Regularly
- 13.16Enforce Physical Security Measures
- 13.17Ensure Compliance with Privacy Regulations
- 13.18Problem and Solution
- 13.19Rest
- Security Risk Management17
- 14.11- Identifying and Assessing Security Risks
- 14.2Asset Identification
- 14.3Threat Identification
- 14.4Vulnerability Assessment
- 14.5Risk Analysis
- 14.6Risk Prioritization
- 14.72- Risk Mitigation and Management Strategies
- 14.8Implement Security Controls
- 14.9Patch Management
- 14.10Access Control
- 14.11Incident Response Planning
- 14.12Data Backup and Recovery
- 14.13Security Awareness Training
- 14.14Third-Party Risk Management:
- 14.15Continuous Monitoring and Improvement
- 14.16Problem and Solutions
- 14.17Rest
- Legal and Ethical Issues in Cybersecurity16
- 15.11- Legal Frameworks Related to Cybersecurity
- 15.2Data Protection Laws
- 15.3Cybercrime Legislation
- 15.4Industry-Specific Regulations
- 15.5International Agreements and Treaties
- 15.6Regulatory Compliance Requirements
- 15.72- Ethical Considerations in Cybersecurity Practices
- 15.8Respect for Privacy
- 15.9Integrity and Honesty
- 15.10Non-Discrimination and Equity
- 15.11Accountability and Responsibility
- 15.12Social Responsibility
- 15.13Problem and Solutions
- 15.14Rest
- 15.15Exam
- 15.16Contact Form
Redundancy and Fault Tolerance
Redundancy and fault tolerance are essential strategies for ensuring availability by minimizing the impact of hardware or software failures. Here’s how they work:
- Redundant Components: Implementing redundant components, such as servers, network links, and storage devices, ensures that if one component fails, another can take over seamlessly, preventing downtime or service disruption.
- Fault-Tolerant Architectures: Fault-tolerant architectures automatically detect and recover from failures without disrupting service. These architectures are designed to withstand hardware or software failures by providing redundant paths, automated failover mechanisms, and continuous monitoring.