• Online, Self-Paced
Course Description

An integer overflow or wraparound may often be intended behavior; however, it can also introduce other weaknesses and security consequences. This course introduces ways to identify and mitigate this security weakness, referenced as CWE-190 by the 2020 CWE Top 25.

Learning Objectives

On successful completion of this course, learners should have the knowledge and skills to:

  • Identify Integer Overflow or Wraparound vulnerabilities
  • Recognize the potential impact of this vulnerability
  • Apply coding best practices to avoid it
  • Find Integer Overflow or Wraparound vulnerabilities in your application’s source code
  • Test your application to detect it

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) identified within the Specialty Areas listed below. Click to view Specialty Area details within the interactive National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.