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30 hours
10 topics
Learning Objectives
5 objectives- Understand the common ICT security threats and the terminology associated with them.
- Identify various malware and network-based security threats and appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Analyze the importance of data security, privacy, and physical security measures in ICT environments.
- Develop knowledge of security policies, incident response processes, and risk assessment methodologies.
- Familiarize with security tools and technologies used to protect ICT systems.
Content Outline
PreviewUnit 257: Comprehensive ICT Security Threats
1. Introduction to ICT Security Threats
- Overview of ICT security
- Common terminology (threats, vulnerabilities, risks, attacks)
- Types of ICT security threats
- Importance of controlling ICT security threats
2. Malware Threats in ICT
- Definition and characteristics of malware
- Types of malware:
- Viruses
- Worms
- Trojans
- Ransomware
- Impact on ICT systems
- Preventive measures:
- Regular updates and patches
- Use of antivirus and antimalware software
- Mitigation strategies and recovery
3. Network Security Threats
- Overview of network security
- Network-based threats:
- Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks
- Man-in-the-middle attacks
- Phishing attacks
- Sniffing and packet interception
- Vulnerabilities exploited by these threats
- Network security controls:
- Firewalls
- Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)
- Secure protocols (SSL/TLS, VPNs)
4. Data Security and Privacy
- Importance of data security and privacy
- Common threats to data:
- Data breaches
- Unauthorized access
- Data leakage
- Strategies to protect sensitive data:
- Encryption
- Access controls and authentication
- Data classification and handling policies
5. Social Engineering Attacks
- Definition and significance
- Common social engineering techniques:
- Phishing
- Pretexting
- Baiting
- Psychological manipulation methods
- Educating users to recognize and prevent social engineering
6. Physical Security Measures
- Role of physical security in ICT environments
- Access control mechanisms:
- Locks, badges, biometric systems
- Surveillance technologies:
- CCTV, alarm systems
- Environmental controls:
- Fire suppression, temperature and humidity controls
- Physical security’s role in preventing breaches
7. Security Policies and Procedures
- Importance of security policies in organizations
- Components of effective security policies:
- Acceptable use policies
- Password policies
- Incident handling procedures
- Role of employee training and awareness programs
8. Incident Response and Management
- Definition of incident response
- Key steps in incident management process:
- Detection
- Containment
- Eradication
- Recovery
- Post-incident analysis
- Importance of documentation and communication
9. Security Tools and Technologies
- Overview of security tools
- Firewalls and their types
- Antivirus and antimalware software
- Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS)
- Encryption technologies and protocols
- Role of automated tools in threat detection and prevention
10. Risk Assessment and Vulnerability Management
- Importance of risk assessments
- Risk assessment methodologies:
- Qualitative vs quantitative
- Vulnerability scanning and management
- Prioritizing risks and mitigation plans
- Continuous monitoring and improvement
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