National CAE Designated Institution
  • Online, Instructor-Led

Programming in a secure manner is an important step to having software that isn't vulnerable to attack. This course will cover categories of software vulnerabilities and how to prevent them by changing programming habits.

Learning Objectives

  • Explain program structure in memory and how it can lead to software vulnerabilities
  • Identify and document programming errors that can lead to software vulnerabilities then recommend fixes
  • Recommend programming guidelines based on language and environment that can lead to safe and secure programming practices
  • Compare the risks associated with compiled, interpreted and intermediate languages like C# and Java in order to recommend an appropriate language for a business project

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • Software Development
  • Systems Architecture
  • Systems Analysis
  • Threat Analysis

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.