University of Colorado System
Secure Networked System with Firewall and IDS

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University of Colorado System

Secure Networked System with Firewall and IDS

Edward Chow

Instructor: Edward Chow

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Intermediate level
Some related experience required
8 hours to complete
3 weeks at 2 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
3.9

(57 reviews)

Intermediate level
Some related experience required
8 hours to complete
3 weeks at 2 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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There are 3 modules in this course

In this module, we will learn how to construct an DMZ firewall system with dual firewalls to protect a site. We will also learn how to define critical security policies, their enforcement procedures, and apply related security design principles for the firewall system.

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4 videos4 readings1 assignment1 peer review1 discussion prompt

In this module, we will learn how to use Linux iptables to implement firewall rules for filtering packets, and SNAPT or DNAT address port translation, and the security policies.

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3 videos3 readings1 assignment1 peer review1 discussion prompt

In this module we will introduce the Snort IDS, discuss evaluation and performance of network firewalls, and finally cover Host IDS.

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3 videos4 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

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Edward Chow
University of Colorado System
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