Web and Application Security. ((3 Credits))

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Prerequisite(s): ( CYBR 2700 or CS 2550 ) and University Advanced Standing Pre- or Corequisite(s): INFO 3300 or CS 3520 Covers the security of web and mobile applications from offensive and defensive standpoints. Explores common vulnerabilities of web and mobile applications and various tools and techniques for identifying and mapping the attack surface of such applications. Explores various techniques and attack vectors for exploiting security flaws in web and mobile applications. Implements secure coding best practices, defensive architecture, and Content Security Policy to mitigate security flaws and protect the applications, the web client, the communication channel, and the server. Lab access fee of $45 for computers applies.