Review and coursework completion

This week’s topics

Review and coursework completion

1. Reviewing the learning outcomes
2. Completing and checking coursework against the criteria
3. Self-assessment

What you will be able to do

• 1.1 Describe the role of security testing in protecting cyber systems.
• 1.2 Explain the different approaches to security testing.
• 1.3 Analyse the distinct roles that different security testing methodologies have in improving the security of cyber systems, and the advantages and disadvantages of different approaches.
• 1.4 Analyse the role of ethical hacking within the broader field of cyber security testing.
• 2.1 Describe the key features of web applications, from a security perspective.
• 2.2 Explain common web application vulnerabilities and attack techniques.
• 2.3 Analyse web browser vulnerabilities and their impact on security.
• 2.4 Use web security testing tools to identify vulnerabilities in web applications.
• 2.5 Evaluate the effectiveness of security tools in identifying, preventing, and mitigating web-based threats.
• 3.1 Describe the defining features of mobile applications, from a security perspective.
• 3.2 Explain common security vulnerabilities and attack vectors for mobile applications.
• 3.3 Use mobile application security testing tools to uncover and address vulnerabilities.
• 3.4 Analyse the security of mobile applications based on vulnerability assessments and propose solutions.
• 4.1 Describe a range of existing professional codes of ethics.
• 4.2 Explain the importance of professional ethics and standards in penetration testing.
• 4.3 Analyse the legal considerations in conducting security tests.

Activity

Guided review of every criterion; coursework completion clinic and peer review.

Study materials