Module 1: General Security Concepts
Learning Outcomes:
- Discuss the core general security concepts such as the difference between IT Security vs. Infosec
- Discuss CIA and DAD Triad
- Discuss the security architecture and defense-in-depth
- Discuss the different types of access controls
- Discuss the different authentication types
- Discuss other important concepts such as
- Separation of Duties
- Least Privilege
- Security Through Obscurity
- Cost-benefit Analysis
Reference Materials:
Supplementary Articles:
- Introduction to Information Security
- Security CIA, Protection & Least Privilege Concepts
- Defense in Depth and related concepts
- Types of Authentication and Access Control
- What are Security Services and Mechanisms?
Video Lessons:
- Introduction to Computer Security – Information Security Lesson #1 of 12
- Get Started in Cybersecurity: Beginner Tips, Certifications and Career Paths
Case Assignments:
- Twitter hack: Staff tricked by phone spear-phishing scam
- Losing Face: Two More Cases of Third-Party Facebook App Data Exposure
Assessment:
- Recitation
- Case Analysis