Entry requirements

Computer Science, 35 credit points/52.5 credit points or equivalent, of which 5 credit points/7.5 credit points computer security.

Learning outcomes

The student should be able to

- be familiar with protocols and specifications for secure communication:

WWW and Web Services security (SSL, SET)

E-mail security (PGP)

Virtual private networks (VPN) and technique (IPSec)

- be able to create keys and sign certificate

- be able to encipher and decipher an arbitrary file

- be familiar with different threats and attacks on application level

- actively participate in discussions about firewalls and database security

Content

Web Applications Security

Cryptography/Authentication Applications

E-mails Security

TCP/IP sec

Firewalls/VPN

Web attacks

Web Services Security

XML Security

Identity Management

Java Security

Risk on Internet

Database Security

Wireless Security

Internet Telephony

Instruction

Video, sound lectures and laboratory sessions

Assessment

Examination and assignments. As grades on the course, one of the expressions passed or failed is used