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Fundamentals of Secure Coding in PHP
"Fundamentals of Secure Coding in PHP" teaches secure web development techniques to counter threats like SQL injection, XSS, and authentication flaws. Participants learn to implement proper input validation, secure session management, and hardened configuration practices. With PHP often targeted in cyberattacks, this training equips developers to build web apps that withstand exploitation and comply with modern security standards.
Course Overview
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Learning Objectives
- Understand common security vulnerabilities in PHP applications.
- Learn best practices for writing secure PHP code.
- Implement input validation and sanitization techniques.
- Protect against SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and other web vulnerabilities.
- Secure coding in PHP is a fundamental aspect of web application cybersecurity, preventing numerous common attacks.
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):
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