• Online, Self-Paced

Web applications are ubiquitous in today's computing world, and many software development tools are available to help with secure web app creation.

In this course, examine different software development tools and explore server-side and client-side code. Next, learn how to scan web apps for vulnerabilities using OWASP ZAP and Burp Suite, write secure code, and enable the Metasploitable intentionally vulnerable web app virtual machine. Finally, compare the different types of software testing methodologies, learn the difference between vulnerability scanning and penetration testing, and discover how web application firewalls (WAFs) protect web apps from common attacks.

Upon completion, you'll be able to recognize the key components of secure web app creation and the purpose of the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP).

Learning Objectives

{"discover the key concepts covered in this course"}

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

  • Cyber Defense Analysis
  • Cybersecurity Management
  • Vulnerability Assessment and Management

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.

Feedback

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