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Introduction to Cyber Security SpecializationNew York University

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This course provides learners with a baseline understanding of common cyber security threats, vulnerabilities, and risks. An overview of how basic cyber attacks are constructed and applied to real systems is also included. Examples include simple Unix kernel hacks, Internet worms, and Trojan horses in software utilities. Network attacks such as distributed denial of service (DDOS) and botnet- attacks are also described and illustrated using real examples from the past couple of decades. 
Familiar analytic models are outlined such as the confidentiality/integrity/availability (CIA) security threat framework, and examples are used to illustrate how these different types of threats can degrade real assets. The course also includes an introduction to basic cyber security risk analysis, with an overview of how threat-asset matrices can be used to prioritize risk decisions. Threats, vulnerabilities, and attacks are examined and mapped in the context of system security engineering methodologies.

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Introduction to Cyber Security Specialization

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Cybersecurity
Information Security (INFOSEC)
Denial-Of-Service Attack (DOS)
Risk Assessment

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Introduction to Cyber Security Specialization

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Dr. Edward G. Amoroso

Research Professor, NYU and CEO, TAG Cyber LLC

Computer Science

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New York University

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Week1

Week 1

5 hours to complete

Introduction to Cyber Security

5 hours to complete

10 videos (Total 47 min), 6 readings, 1 quiz

10 videos

Introduction: What You Will Learn from This Course on Cyber Security1mAssignments and Reading2mHacking an Old-Fashioned Soda Machine4mSimple Worm Program4mTrojan Horse Login Program7mMalicious Compiler Program8mTypical Unix Kernel Attack6mExplaining Interview Series58sWelcome Lou Manousos (Part 1)5mWelcome Lou Manousos (Part 2)4m

6 readings

Required: Smashing the Stack for Fun and Profit,” Aleph One30mRequired: “Reflections on Trusting Trust,” Ken Thompson30mVideo: DEF CON 2346mVideo: Kevin Mitnick | Talks at Google52mSuggested: Introduction to Cyber Security (Ch. 1-2)30mSuggested: TCP/IP Illustrated Volume 1 (2nd Ed.), (Ch. 1-2)30m

1 practice exercise

Module 1 Quiz30m

Week2

Week 2

6 hours to complete

Understanding Basic Security Frameworks

6 hours to complete

17 videos (Total 85 min), 6 readings, 3 quizzes

17 videos

Assignments and Reading2mPurpose of Cyber Security4mAdversary Types7mVulnerability Types5mThreat Types5mMatching Quiz1mMatching Quiz Solution1mConfidentiality Threat6mIntegrity Threat6mAvailability Threat5mFraud Threat5mTesting for Vultnerabilities4mAttacks4mBrute Force vs. Hueristic Attacks3mCrytanalysis5mCryptanalyzing Caesar Cipher4mWelcome Jose Dominguez9m

6 readings

Required: “Why Cryptosystems Fail,” Ross Anderson30mRequired: “There Be Dragons,” Steve Bellovin30mVideo: DMARC Whiteboard Session15mVideo: Defcon 2622mSuggested: Introduction to Cyber Security, (Ch. 3 - 4)30mSuggested: TCP/IP Illustrated Volume 1 (2nd Ed.), (Ch. 3 – 4)30m

3 practice exercises

Matching Quiz30mFurther Consideration - Fraud30mModule 2 Quiz30m

Week3

Week 3

4 hours to complete

Examining Cyber Threats More Closely

4 hours to complete

10 videos (Total 81 min), 6 readings, 2 quizzes

10 videos

Assignments and Reading3mSQL/ Slammer Worm of 20034mNachi Worm of 20039mBotnet Design12mBotnet Arithmetic10mWelcome Elad Yoran11mAssets and Infrastructure8mCalculating Risk8mMaking Security and Cost Decisions Based on Risk5mThreat Trees and Completeness of Analysis6m

6 readings

Required: “Hackers Remotely Kill a Jeep on the Highway with Me in It,” Andy Greenberg, Wired Magazine10mRequired: “A Hacker’s Evolution: Austin’s HD Moore Grew Up with Cybersecurity Industry,” 512 Tech10mSuggested: Introduction to Cyber Security (Ch. 5 - 6)30mSuggested: TCP/IP Illustrated Volume 1 (2nd Edition), (Ch. 5 - 6)30mVideo: “Top Hacker Shows Us How It’s Done,” Pablos Holman, TEDx Midwest18mVideo: “All Your Devices Can be Hacked,” Avi Rubin, TED Talk17m

2 practice exercises

Further Consideration - Threat Trees30mModule 3 Quiz30m

Week4

Week 4

4 hours to complete

Introducing Security Risk Analysis

4 hours to complete

8 videos (Total 61 min), 8 readings, 2 quizzes

8 videos

Assignments and Reading3mMapping Assets to Threats7mEstimating Risk for Threat-Asset Pairs5mExample Case Study Matrix (Part 1)8mExample Case Study Matrix (Part 2)9mExample Case Study Matrix (Part 3)7mMapping Assets, Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Attacks5mWelcome Nasir Memon14m

8 readings

Required: “A Man-in-the-Middle Attack on UMTS,” Meyer and Wetzel10mRequired: “Are Computer Hacker Break-Ins Ethical?” Eugene Spafford10mVideo: “What’s Wrong With Your Password,” Lorrie Faith Cranor, TED Talk18mVideo: “Fighting Viruses, Defending the Net,” Mikko Hypponen, TED Talk17mSuggested: Introduction to Cyber Security, (Ch. 7 - 8)30mSuggested: TCP/IP Illustrated Volume 1 (2nd Ed.), (Ch. 7 – 8)30mProject Description10mAdditional Self-Learning Opportunities10m

2 practice exercises

Module 4 Quiz30mFinal Quiz - What level of security risk do you estimate for the following threat-asset matrix entries for the ACME Software Company:30m

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TOP REVIEWS FROM INTRODUCTION TO CYBER ATTACKS

by AAFeb 25, 2018

Great introduction to cybersecurity concepts with relevant supplemental material in the form of journal papers, magazine articles and supporting TED talks and videos. Highly recommended!

by EBMay 7, 2020

This is very good course for the people who want to learn about cyber attacks/security from the beginning. Wonderful experience and looking forward to grow my knowledge in Cyber Security.

by AAMar 2, 2018

There's an issue with the final quiz. The directions indicate a figure to be referenced, but the figure is not available. How can the quiz be properly completed without the figure?

by SPAug 2, 2022

Great introductory course to cyber security. Learned the basics of cyber security, CIA model of threat assessment and how to classify assets for each of the threats level - High Medium Low.

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About the Introduction to Cyber Security Specialization

Introduction to Cyber Security was designed to help learners develop a deeper understanding of modern information and system protection technology and methods. The learning outcome is simple: We hope learners will develop a lifelong passion and appreciation for cyber security, which we are certain will help in future endeavors. Students, developers, managers, engineers, and even private citizens will benefit from this learning experience. Special customized interviews with industry partners were included to help connect the cyber security concepts to live business experiences.

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