This course introduces the basics of cyber defense starting with foundational models such as Bell-LaPadula and information flow frameworks. These underlying policy enforcements mechanisms help introduce basic functional protections, starting with authentication methods. Learners will be introduced to a series of different authentication solutions and protocols, including RSA SecureID and Kerberos, in the context of a canonical schema.
This course is part of the Introduction to Cyber Security Specialization
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Cyber Security Safeguards
Understanding Authentication Protocols
Introducing Conventional Cryptography
Overview of Public Key Cryptographic Methods
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Excellent!! You are a great teacher, and I learned a lot. I have already applied the knowledge gained to my business. Grazie mille.
Good course. Very well though out approach towards teaching the subject. Engaging and informative. And it made learning a pleasure.
Instructor makes it easy to understand and keeps it interesting. Especially enjoy the talks and due credits to the unsung hero's of the early cyber security scene.
Would like to see more current videos (within last 5 years!) though I do appreciate that the information shared is still relevant.
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