This course introduces real-time cyber security techniques and methods in the context of the TCP/IP protocol suites. Explanation of some basic TCP/IP security hacks is used to introduce the need for network security solutions such as stateless and stateful firewalls. Learners will be introduced to the techniques used to design and configure firewall solutions such as packet filters and proxies to protect enterprise assets.
Real-Time Cyber Threat Detection and Mitigation
Real-Time Cyber Threat Detection and Mitigation
This course is part of Introduction to Cyber Security Specialization
Instructor: Dr. Edward G. Amoroso
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There are 4 modules in this course
This module introduces the basics of TCP/IP for security, including firewall design and use.
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13 videos5 readings1 assignment
This module introduces packet filters, firewall rule sets, proxies, and additional network security methods.
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12 videos4 readings1 assignment
This module introduces the foundations firewall architectures, intrusion detection, and SOC design.
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11 videos4 readings1 assignment
This module introduces the limitations of perimeters, and the challenges in the enterprise of dealing with threats such as DDOS and APT.
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12 videos5 readings2 assignments
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JC
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Reviewed on Aug 27, 2022
Very good course explaining Cyber threats and mitigation atcivities. Especially the additional reading material on APT was very detailed and comprehensive.
SK
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Reviewed on Oct 11, 2018
i think it was an excellent and very helpful cousre and a big thankyou for the instructor for his hardwork
AR
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Reviewed on Jan 20, 2022
Great teaching with real life examples .... also APT was explained in a very good fashion
Recommended if you're interested in Computer Science
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