The "Web Application Security: Protecting Against Common Cyber Attacks" course offers a comprehensive overview of essential principles, techniques, and tools for securing web applications against prevalent cyber threats. Across eight modules, participants will delve into topics such as web application vulnerabilities, secure coding practices, session management, authentication mechanisms, defense against common attacks like Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) and Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), and the implementation of Content Security Policy (CSP). Through practical examples and case studies, participants will learn how to identify, mitigate, and prevent common security risks faced by web applications. Additionally, the course explores emerging trends and technologies shaping the future of web application security.
Who This Course Is For: This course is ideal for web developers, cybersecurity professionals, software engineers, IT administrators, and anyone involved in the development, deployment, or maintenance of web applications. It caters to both beginners seeking foundational knowledge in web application security and experienced professionals looking to enhance their skills and stay abreast of the latest security practices. Whether participants work in industry, government, academia, or consulting, this course equips them with the expertise needed to effectively safeguard web applications against cyber attacks and vulnerabilities.