• Introduction to Cybersecurity:
o The cybersecurity landscape
o Common cyber threats (malware, phishing, hacking)
o Risk assessment and management
• Network Security:
o Firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and intrusion prevention systems (IPS)
o Network segmentation and access control
o Network vulnerability scanning and penetration testing
• Cryptography Basics:
o Encryption algorithms (symmetric and asymmetric)
o Digital signatures and certificates
o Key management and distribution
• Secure Communication Protocols:
o HTTPS and TLS
o VPNs and remote access
o Secure email and messaging
• Incident Response Planning:
o Incident response teams and procedures
o Incident handling and investigation
o Digital forensics techniques
• Malware Analysis:
o Malware types and behavior
o Malware analysis tools and techniques
o Malware prevention and detection
• Cloud Security:
o Cloud security models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
o Cloud security risks and best practices
o Cloud security tools and technologies
• Application Security:
o Web application security vulnerabilities
o OWASP Top 10
o Secure coding practices
• Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs):
o Tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) of APTs
o Detecting and responding to APTs
• IoT Security:
o IoT vulnerabilities and attacks
o Securing IoT devices and networks
• Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity:
o AI-powered security tools and techniques
o Ethical considerations in AI and cybersecurity