COMP3500
10 units
3000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course introduces students to techniques that are used by attackers to exploit computer systems and networks. Security attacks such as injection, rootkits and denial of service attacks will be discussed along with the detailed analysis of defending security technologies such as firewalls, host/network-based security tools and signature/anomaly-based security tools. Students who complete this course will have a good understanding of security technologies that are used for securing systems and networks. Furthermore, students should be able to perform attack detection and security anomaly analysis and manage the security aspect of a network.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Identify security risks in enterprise network infrastructures
2. Analyse security threats and methods for exploiting systems and networks to generate attacks
3. Apply security mechanisms to mitigate cyber attacks
4. Investigate security technologies used to counteract the attacks
Content
Introduction to course
Risk Management
Software Security Attacks and Mitigation Techniques
Network Security Attacks and Mitigation Techniques
Wireless Network Security Attacks and Mitigation Techniques
Attacks in Virtual/Mobile networks
Penetration Testing
Security Technologies
Advanced Security Technologies
Best Practices for Building Secure Systems and Networks
Assumed knowledge
INFT2031 Systems and Network Administration or COMP2240 Operating Systems or ELEC2720 Introduction to Embedded Computing.
Assessment items
Written Assignment: Assignment 1
Written Assignment: Assignment 2
Formal Examination: Final Examination
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement 40% - Must obtain 40% in this assessment item to pass the course.
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan
Computer Lab-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 10 week(s) starting in week 3
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
- COMP3500 - Semester 1, 2024 (Callaghan) (PDF, 228.2 KB)
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