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Saylor Academy

CS406: Information Security

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Overview

This course covers topics such as threats and attack modes, cryptographic models, access control, network security, and privacy laws. Students will learn about identification, authentication, intrusion detection, and prevention systems. The course duration is 46 hours, and the teaching method includes lectures, readings, and a final exam. The intended audience for this course includes individuals interested in information security and those looking to enhance their knowledge in this field.

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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