IN SC561 - Web Security and Privacy
Summer 2013, Section 001 - 3.0 Credits
Schedule Number 150634
Course Status: This course is not currently available for registration.
Important Dates
Reg Period: 2/4/2013 - 5/6/2013
First Day of Class: 5/6/2013
End of Class: 6/23/2013
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Course Description
A web-centric look at the latest techniques and practices in computer security as they apply to the Internet.
Strong writing skills are recommended for this course. If English is not your native language, it is important that you read additional information regarding English language proficiency before registering for this course.
Prerequisites
CSE 543 or IST 515
Costs and Fees
This course will be included in your semester bill.
Remarks
This course provides a web-centric look at the latest techniques and practices in computer security. This 3-credit course focus on 1) a practical guide to discovering and exploiting security flaws in web applications, 2) a comprehensive discussion of defending and preventing mechanisms to protect web-centric information assets, and 3) an introductory use of a list of commercial-free security testing toolkits. An easy-to-understand and step-by-step approach enhanced through active and collaborative learning is the teaching/learning method adopted in this course. Online discussion and hands-on project assignments will be used to help student learn the subject incrementally and effectively. During each week, students will be asked to participate in online discussions, focusing on the topics discussed in the week. Minimum 2 postings are required in the week; in addition, a hands-on project (which will be individual or group based) is required.
This course is part of a cohort program and is only available to students accepted into the Master of Software Engineering program - cohort 4.
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Material Requirements
Your course materials are listed below. Textbooks can be acquired from any number of textbook sellers. If you wish, you may purchase your books from the sources listed below. The information displayed is provided pursuant to the U.S. Higher Education Opportunity Act.
| Material Title | Edition | Author | ISBN | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Web Application Hacker's Handbook | 2nd | Safydd Stuttard | 9781118026472 | MBS |
Technical Requirements
Requires: A desktop/laptop computer with at least 2 GB of RAM and at least 6 GB of free disk space is necessary. Windows 7 or XP is necessary.
Please test your computer for requirements
Software Requirements
Requires: No specific software is required before class. However, students will be asked to install their own local websites (e.g., Webgoat, Hacme Books) and security testing toolkits (e.g., Paros, Burp suite, WebScarab). An installation of Java Runtime Environment (Java 6) is a must.
Note: The above information is subject to change at any time by The Pennsylvania State University.