Comptia Security+ Sy0–701 – General Security Concepts–Vol 1

What you'll learn
Compare and Contrast various types of security concerns
Summarize fundamental security concepts
Explain the importance of change mangement processes and the impact to IT security
Explain the importance of using appropriate cryptographics solutions
understanding of different security threats, such as viruses, worms, trojans, phishing, ransomware, and insider threats.
key security concepts including confidentiality, integrity, availability (the CIA triad), authentication, authorization, and accountability
a structured approach to transitioning individuals, teams, and organizations from a current state to a desired future state
isks associated with poorly managed changes and how proper change management processes can mitigate these risks.
delve into the world of cryptography, teaching students about encryption, decryption, cryptographic algorithms, and key management.
the critical role of cryptography in securing data in transit and at rest, and how to apply cryptographic solutions appropriately in different scenarios.
Requirements
Basic Understanding of Computer Networks
amiliarity with fundamental networking concepts, such as TCP/IP, DNS, and routing, will be beneficial.
A basic understanding of how operating systems (like Windows, Linux, and macOS) function
Familiarity with command line interfaces.
An understanding of basic cybersecurity concepts, such as encryption, authentication, and the CIA triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability), will be advantageous.
A keen interest in cybersecurity, a willingness to learn, and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential.
Since this course may involve practical exercises and demonstrations, a computer with reliable internet access is necessary.
An awareness of the legal and ethical considerations in cybersecurity
Description
This course is the Module 1 - General Security Concepts from CompTIA Security+ 701 . Here is the course outline.Key Learning Areas:Security Controls:Categories: Delve into Technical, Managerial, Operational, and Physical security controls.Types: Explore Preventive, Deterrent, Detective, Corrective, Compensating, Directive controls, each essential for a well-rounded security strategy.Fundamental Security Concepts:CIA Triad: Deep dive into Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability - pillars of information security.Non-repudiation: Ensuring data integrity and authenticity.AAA Framework: Comprehensive coverage of Authentication, Authorization, Accounting - cornerstones of access control.Techniques for authenticating people and systems.In-depth look at authorization models.Zero Trust Model: Modern approach to security in a perimeter-less world.Emphasis on adaptive identity and policy-driven access control.Strategies for threat scope reduction.Physical Security Measures:Understanding the significance of physical barriers, access controls, and surveillance in cybersecurity.Change Management in Security:Business Processes: Analyzing the impact of security operations, from stakeholder involvement to backout plans.Technical Implications: Navigating challenges of allow/deny lists, managing downtime, and understanding legacy system vulnerabilities.Documentation: Critical role of accurate documentation, policy updates, and the importance of version control in security.Cryptographic Solutions:Public Key Infrastructure (PKI): Foundations of public and private keys, and the concept of key escrow.Encryption:Various levels of encryption: Full-disk, Partition, File, Volume, Database, Record.Insights into transport/communication encryption, and the distinction between asymmetric and symmetric encryption methods.Tools: Introduction to Trusted Platform Module (TPM), Hardware Security Module (HSM), and Key Management Systems.Additional Concepts: Exploring Steganography, Tokenization, Data Masking, Hashing, Salting, Digital Signatures, Key Stretching.Course Benefits:Builds a solid foundation in cybersecurity essentials, vital for securing digital assets.Prepares participants comprehensively for the CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 certification exam.Enhances understanding of current security risks, vulnerabilities, and effective mitigation strategies.Equips learners with practical knowledge and skills, applicable across various IT and cybersecurity roles.Facilitates a deeper comprehension of the evolving cybersecurity landscape, preparing participants for future challenges and innovations.
Overview
Section 1: Comptia Security+ 701 Course Introduction
Lecture 1 Cyber Security 2024 Forecast
Lecture 2 Course & Author Introduction
Section 2: Compare and contrast various types of security controls
Lecture 3 Chapter Introduction
Lecture 4 Technical Controls
Lecture 5 Managerial controls
Lecture 6 Operations Controls
Lecture 7 Physical Controls
Lecture 8 Control Types Introduction
Lecture 9 Preventive Control types
Lecture 10 Deterrent Controls
Lecture 11 Detective Controls
Lecture 12 What are organizations doing to implement Detective controls.
Lecture 13 Corrective control
Lecture 14 Compensating Control
Lecture 15 Directive Controls
Section 3: Summarize Fundamental Security Concepts
Lecture 16 CIA triad Introduction
Lecture 17 Confidentiality
Lecture 18 Integrity
Lecture 19 Availability
Lecture 20 Non-Repudiation
Lecture 21 AAA
Lecture 22 Gap Analysis in Cyber Security
Lecture 23 Zero Trust - Control Plane
Lecture 24 Zero Trust - Data Plane
Lecture 25 Physical Security
Lecture 26 Physical Controls - Sensors
Lecture 27 Deception and Disruption Technologies
Section 4: Various types of Change Management Processes amd their impact on Cyber Security
Lecture 28 Chapter Introduction
Lecture 29 Approval Process
Lecture 30 Ownership
Lecture 31 Stakeholders
Lecture 32 Impact Analysis
Lecture 33 Test Results
Lecture 34 Backout Plans
Lecture 35 Maintenance Window
Lecture 36 Standard Operating Procedures
Lecture 37 Technical Implications
Lecture 38 Documentation
Lecture 39 Version Control
Section 5: The importance of using appropriate cryptographic solutions
Lecture 40 Chapter Introduction
Lecture 41 Chocolate Cake Recipe - PKI Example 1
Lecture 42 The digital treasure - PKI Example 2
Lecture 43 Browser to Webserver- E2E Encryption
Lecture 44 PKI
Lecture 45 Encryption - What will we learn
Lecture 46 Encryption Levels
Lecture 47 Transport Encryption
Lecture 48 Symmetric Encryption
Lecture 49 Asymmetric Encryption
Lecture 50 Key exchange - Part 1
Lecture 51 Key Exchange Algorithms - Part 2
Lecture 52 Encryption Key Lengths
Lecture 53 Encryption and PKI Tools Introduction
Lecture 54 TPM
Lecture 55 HSM
Lecture 56 KMS
Lecture 57 Secure Enclaves
Lecture 58 Obfuscation
Lecture 59 Steganography
Lecture 60 Tokenization
Lecture 61 Data Masking
Lecture 62 Data Masking Types
Lecture 63 Masking Techniques
Lecture 64 Hashing Introduction - What are Hash Functions.
Lecture 65 Real word usage of Hash Functions
Lecture 66 Journey of Hashing Algorithm
Lecture 67 Strengths & Weaknesses of Hashing Algorithms
Lecture 68 Using Right Hashing Algorithms
Lecture 69 Hashing Vulnerabilities and Historical Exploits
Lecture 70 Salting
Lecture 71 Salting Under the hood
Lecture 72 Definition and basic concept & History of digital signatures.
Lecture 73 The importance of digital signatures in modern communication
Lecture 74 The cryptographic principles behind digital signatures
Lecture 75 The process of creating and verifying a digital signature
Lecture 76 How digital signatures ensure the integrity and non-repudiation of data
Lecture 77 Common algorithms used for digital signatures,
Lecture 78 Digital signature standards
Lecture 79 Advanced cryptographic concepts related to digital signatures
Lecture 80 Key stretching
Lecture 81 Contributors in the field of Key stretching
Lecture 82 Blockchain - Introduction
Lecture 83 Blockchain as a decentralized digital ledger
Lecture 84 Adoption of block chain
Lecture 85 The Dawn of Internet Security and the Rise of Digital Certificates
Lecture 86 A brief history of cryptographic methods
Lecture 87 The introduction of SSL by Netscape
Lecture 88 How SSL became the standard for securing internet communications
Lecture 89 Why SSL evolved into TLS
Lecture 90 Poodle Attack
Lecture 91 Key improvements and differences between SSL and TLS protocols
Lecture 92 Versions of TLS and their Enhancements
Lecture 93 Certificate Authorities and their history
Lecture 94 Understanding Types of CAs - Public vs. Private
Lecture 95 Hierarchical Trust Model - Example
Lecture 96 Hierarchical Trust Model - Overview and Best Practices
Lecture 97 What is a Root CA ?
Lecture 98 The Need for Intermediate Certificate Authorities
Lecture 99 What are CRL's
Lecture 100 The need for OCSP's
Lecture 101 How does the browser identify the OCSP Server ?
Lecture 102 What are Self Signed Certificates ?
Lecture 103 What are Third party Certificates ?
Lecture 104 What is a CSR? What are its Key Components ?
Lecture 105 Wild Card Certificates
Lecture 106 Buying a domain - Lab
Lecture 107 Building a Linux VM
Lecture 108 Mapping A record in DNS
Lecture 109 Configuring the webserver with LetsEncrypt certificate
Lecture 110 Verifying the LetsEncrypt Certificate chain of Trust
Lecture 111 Certbot Supporting and helpful commands
Lecture 112 It's LAB Time - What next - Step by Step - Verifying SELF SIGNED KEYS
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