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CS406: Information Security

Offered By: Saylor Academy

Tags

Information Security (InfoSec) Courses Network Security Courses Access Control Courses Privacy Laws Courses Operating System Security Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the fundamental concepts and practices of information security in this comprehensive 46-hour course. Delve into topics such as threats and attack modes, cryptographic models, access control, identification and authentication, network security, operating system security, and intrusion detection and prevention systems. Gain insights into privacy laws, penalties, and related issues. Enhance your understanding through a structured curriculum, including a study guide and a final exam for certification.

Syllabus

  • Course Introduction
  • Unit 1: Introduction to Information Security
  • Unit 2: Threats and Attack Modes
  • Unit 3: Cryptographic Models
  • Unit 4: Access Control
  • Unit 5: Identification and Authentication
  • Unit 6: Network Security
  • Unit 7: Operating System (OS) Security
  • Unit 8: Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems
  • Unit 9: Privacy Laws, Penalties, and Privacy Issues
  • Study Guide
  • Course Feedback Survey
  • Certificate Final Exam

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