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Preventing Integer Overflows in Java Code

In this secure coding course we focus on Integer overflows, how they happen and how to identify and mitigate risks from integer overflows in JAVA. Presenting Integer Overflow common pitfalls, this course covers precondition testing, upcasting, big integer objects, google guava, and discussions of defense in depth strategies including least privilege concepts.

Course Overview

Overall Proficiency Level
3 - Advanced
Course Catalog Number
COD 386
Training Purpose
Functional Development
Management Development
Skill Development
Specific Audience
All
Delivery Method
Online, Self-Paced
  • Online, Self-Paced

Learning Objectives

On successful completion of this course, learners should have the knowledge and skills to prevent path traversal attacks in Java, including:

  • Identify and mitigate risks from integer overflows
  • Write code to identify and prevent integer overflows
  • Create and enact best practices for integer overflow prevention

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):

Feedback

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