Subject description

The subject covers some fundamental computer security technologies in the following aspects: (1) Operating system security such as physical security, file protections, system abuses, attacks and protections; (2) Database security including data integrity, data recover, data encryption/ decryption, access control, and authentication; (3) Mobile code security including malicious logic, host … For more content click the Read More button below.

Enrolment rules

Pre-Requisite

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Engagement hours

Contact Hours:2 hrs lectures & 2 hr computer lab

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Analyse risks and threats to computer systems.
2.
Evaluate and manage the security in computer systems.
3.
Understand models of security in Operating System and methods of providing protection.
4.
Understand database security models; apply security mechanisms in database management systems.
5.
Demonstrate an understanding of exploitation techniques against software vulnerabilities and defensive techniques against these exploitations.

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