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CompTIA Security+ Certification Training

The CompTIA Security+ Certification is a vendor-neutral certification exam is the worldwide standard of competency for foundation-level security practitioners.

The CompTIA Security+ 2008 certification establishes knowledgeable professionals in the field of corporate security, one of the fastest-growing fields in IT. Even in a troubled economy, most businesses plan to at least maintain or optimally increase their investment in IT security. CompTIA Security+ is an international, vendor-neutral certification that demonstrates competency in network infrastructure, system security, organizational security and access control. Major organizations that enlist CompTIA Security+ certified professionals include Hewlett-Packard, IBM, Motorola, Hilton Hotels Corp., General Mills, Symantec, Lockheed Martin, Unisys, Hitachi, Ricoh, the U.S. Navy, Army, Air Force and Marines.

Security+ Certification Training and Your Career
Theft and destruction of intellectual property takes place despite the presence of firewalls, encryption and corporate edicts. Neither technologies nor policies alone offer effective information security. The IT industry must have a well-trained work force to effectively combat hackers and decrease financial losses.

The demand for skilled security professionals is growing significantly. The technology community identifies Security+ Certification as the perfect way to validate your knowledge of information security.

What CompTIA Security+ Certification Training Can do for You
Having proof of your skills and knowledge gives you the edge over other candidates when you're applying for a job, providing:

Proof of professional achievement
Better job opportunities
A viable career path
Foundational knowledge for additional certifications

What Security+ Certification Training Can do for Your Company
Certification provides companies with skilled employees, leading to:

Increasing customer satisfaction & repeat business
Simplified recruiting and hiring
Lower training costs
Greater customer satisfaction
Measurable competence standards

What CompTIA Security+ Certification Covers:

Course Introduction
Unit 01 - Mitigating Threats
Topic A: Core System Maintenance
Primary Causes for Compromised Security
The Goal - CIA
Technology Weaknesses
Configuration Weaknesses
Human Error and Malice
Securing the Operating System
Microsoft Update
Demo - Windows Update
Windows Update Categories
Update History List
Service Packs
Demo - Installing Service Pack
BIOS Version
BIOS Update
Windows Firewall
Demo - BIOS and Firewall
Tasks Requiring Administrative Privileges
User Account Control Consent
User Account Control Credential
Topic B: Virus and Spyware Management
Viruses
Worms
Trojan Horses
Antivirus Software
Demo - Antivirus
Spyware
Windows Defender
Demo - Spyware
Spybot Search & Destroy
Network AV & Spyware
Demo - Securing Mail
Topic C: Browser Security
Pop-ups
Demo - Managing Pop-ups
Cookies
Cookie Vulnerabilities
Cookie Safeguards
Demo - Managing Cookies
Web Application Security Threats
JavaScript
Simple JavaScript Code
JavaScript Security Holes
ActiveX
ActiveX Vulnerabilities and Safeguards
Java Applets
Signed and Unsigned Applets
CGI
Form Submission
CGI Vulnerabilities and Safeguards
Cross-site Scripting
Buffer Overflow Attacks
Preventing Input Attacks
Demo - Script Weaknesses
Topic D: Social Engineering Threats
Social Engineering
Dumpster Diving
Online Attacks
Social Engineering Countermeasures
Phishing
Domain Kiting
Unit 01 Review

Unit 02 - Cryptography
Topic A: Symmetric Cryptography
Cryptography
Alice, Bob, and Eve
ROT13 Cipher
Keys
Symmetric Encryption in Action
Common Symmetric Ciphers
Demo - Encrypting and Decrypting Data
Hashes
Hashing Example
Uses for Hashes
MD5 Hash Algorithm
SHA Algorithm
Hash Vulnerabilities
Steganography
Demo - Steganography
Topic B: Public Key Cryptography
Public Key Cryptography
Asymmetric Encryption in Action
Common Asymmetric Ciphers
Demo - Public Key Encryption
Digital Signatures
Signature Process
Features of Signatures
Digital Certificates
Certificate Types
Demo - Examining Certificates
Public Key Infrastructure
Certificate Policy
Certificate Practice Statement
Trust Models
Single Authority Trust Model
Hierarchical Trust Model
Web of Trust Model
Single- and Dual-key Certificates
Unit 02 Review

Unit 03 - Authentication Systems
Topic A: Authentication
3 Steps to Secure Resources
Usernames and Passwords
Password Protection
Strong Passwords
Multiple passwords
Run As Administrator
Demo - Identifying Components of Authentication
Authentication Factors
One-factor Authentication
Two-factor Authentication
Three-factor Authentication
Network Monitor Data
Demo - Network Monitor
Active Directory Services and Features
Demo - Installing Active Directory
Demo - Joining a Domain
Topic B: Hashing
Authentication Protocols
Encryption
Weak Keys
Mathematical Attacks
Birthday Attack
Password Guessing
SAM and System Files
Demo - Password Cracking
Topic C: Authentication Systems
Preventing Impersonation
Identity Proofing
Single Sign-on
Kerberos
Kerberos System Composed Of
Kerberos Data Types
Kerberos Authentication Process
Cross-realm Authentication
Kerberos Security Weaknesses
CHAP
PAP
EAP
Mutual Authentication
Unit 03 Review

Unit 04 - Messaging Security
Topic A: E-mail Security
E-mail Vulnerabilities
Spam
Hoaxes and Chain Letters
Hoax - Company Reputation Issue
Phishing
Hoax Countermeasures
SMTP Open Relays
E-mail Server Security
Demo - Configure Security on Email Server
Secure E-mail
Encryption
Hash Function
PGP Symmetric Encryption Methods
PGP Certificates
S/MIME
X.509 Certificates
X.509 Certificate Content
S/MIME Trust Model
PGP and S/MIME Differences
To Install and Configure PGP
Restricting Permissions to Messages
Sending Restricted Messages
Digitally Signed Message
Demo - Digital Signatures
Encrypting Messages
Topic B: Messaging and Peer-to-peer Security
Instant Messaging
IM Risks
Cell Phone SMS
Blocking IM
Corporate IM
Intrusion Detection
Packet Sniffing
Additional IM Features
IM Client Security
Legal Issues
Demo - Configure IM Client Security
Unit 04 Review

Unit 05 - User and Role Based Security
Topic A: Security Policies
Group Policy Settings
Local GPO Types
GPO Editor
Local Computer GPO Nodes
Policy Properties Dialog Box
Demo - Creating Console to Manage Local Security Policies
Container Types
Types of Domain GPOs
GPOs Applied in this Order
Demo - GPMC
Windows Applications Configured with Group Policies might Include
Device Installation Policy Settings
Internet Explorer 7 Policy Settings
IE8 Features
Demo - Implementing GPOs
Security Templates
Windows Vista Security Guide Templates
Demo - Analyzing Windows Vista Computer Security
Topic B: Securing File and Print Resources
File and Print Security
Groups
Demo - Groups
File System Security
Permissions
Demo - Permissions
Access Control Models
Printer Permissions
Demo - Securing Printer Resources
Unit 05 Review

Unit 06 - Public Key Infrastructure
Topic A: Key Management and Life Cycle
Management
Setup and Initialization Phase
Administration Phase
Cancellation and History Phase
Administrative Responsibilities
Topic B: Setting up a Certificate Server
Microsoft Certificate Services
AD Integration Options
CA Role
Demo - Installing Stand Alone Root Certificate Authority
Demo - Installing Enterprise Subordinate CA
Demo - Implementing File Based Requests
Demo - Managing Your Certificate Server
User Certificates
Demo - Requesting User Certificate
Certificate Revocation
Demo - Revoking a Certificate
Key Escrow and Recovery
Key Recovery Agents
Demo - Enabling EFS Recovery Agent Template
Demo - Enrolling Recovery Agent Certificate
Demo - Enabling Key Archival
Demo - Re-enrolling All Certificates
Topic C: Web Server Security with PKI
Secure Web Servers
Commercial Certificate
Demo - Requesting and Installing Web Server Certificate
Demo - Enabling SSL for Certificate Server Web Site
HTTPS Connections
Demo - Certificate Requests over the Web
Unit 06 Review

Unit 07 - Access Security
Topic A: Biometric Systems
Biometric Devices
Topic B: Physical Access Security
Physical Access Security Protects
Protection
Locks
Other Physical Security Measures
Surveillance
Logging
Topic C: Peripheral and Component Security
Vulnerable Peripherals
Securing Peripherals
Demo - Mitigating Security Risks of Peripherals
Topic D: Storage Device Security
File Encryption
Demo - File Encryption
Whole Disk Encryption
BitLocker Hardware Requirements
BitLocker Authentication Modes
BitLocker Life Cycle
BitLocker Recovery
Unit 07 Review

Unit 08 - Ports and Protocols
Topic A: TCP/IP Review
Internet Protocol Suite
IPv4 Classes
IP Classes by Binary
IPv4 Header
CIDR and NAT
IPv6 Header
IPv6 Scopes
IPv6 Address Types
Demo - Looking at Addressing
Topic B: Protocol-based Attacks
DoS Attacks
TCP 3-way Handshake
SYN Flood Defense
Smurf Attack
Ping of Death Attacks
Demo - Syn Flood Protect
DDoS Attacks
DDoS Attack Protection
Man-in-the-middle Attacks
Spoofing
IP Address Spoofing
Demo - Port Scanning
ARP Poisoning
Demo - Checking the Arp Cache
Spoofing Attacks
Replay Attacks
TCP/IP Hijacking
Unit 08 Review

Unit 09 - Network Security
Topic A: Common Network Devices
OSI Reference Model
Repeaters, Hubs, Switches
Switch Security
Routers
Route Selection
Router State Management
NAT/PAT
Port Address Translation
Firewalls and Proxies
Firewall Categories
Security Issues
Overcoming Weaknesses
Topic B: Secure Network Topologies
Security Zones
Intranet Zone
Perimeter Network
DMZ Options
Screened Host
Bastion Host
Three-homed Firewall
Back-to-back Firewall
Dead Zone
Traffic Filtering
IPSec Encryption
Topic C: Browser-related Network Security
Browser Security
Phishing Filter
Security Zones
Levels Per Zone
Custom Security Settings
Security Settings
Cookies
Demo - IE Configuration
Topic D: Virtualization
Virtual Computers
Citrix XenServer
Unit 09 Review

Unit 10 - Wireless Security
Topic A: Wi-Fi Network Security
802.11 Standard
802.11 Family
802.11 Networking
Wireless Security
Wireless Vulnerabilities
Wi-Fi Scanners
Warchalking Symbols
Router Software
Configuration Options
Transmission Encryption
Demo - WAP
Topic B: Non-PC Wireless Devices
Mobile Device Security
Infrastructure Issues
Unit 10 Review

Unit 11 - Remote Access Security
Topic A: Remote Access
AAA
RADIUS
RADIUS Authentication
Realms
RADIUS Security
RADIUS Benefits
Diameter
Diameter Improvements
LDAP and Remote Access
LDAP Security
LDAP Authentication/Authorization
TACACS+
TACACS+ versus RADIUS
802.1x
Network Policy Server (NPS)
Demo - Installing Network Policy and Access Services
Demo - Configuring an NPS Network Policy
Demo - Configuring NPS Accounting
Topic B: Virtual Private Networks
Virtual Private Networks
VPN Technologies
VPN Security Models
VPN Protocols
PPTP versus L2TP
IPsec Protocols
Encryption Modes
Secure Shell (SSH)
VPN Solutions
Demo - Installing Routing and Remote Access Services
Demo - Enabling VPN
Demo - Configuring NPS to Provide RADIUS Authentication
Service Provider Tunneling
Demo - Making a VPN Connection
Unit 11 Review

Unit 12 - Auditing, Logging, and Monitoring
Topic A: System Logging
Event Viewer
Windows Server 2008 Event Viewer
Events
Event Types
Event Details
Demo - Viewing Event Logs
Device and Application Logging
Topic B: Server Monitoring
Monitoring
Reliability and Performance
Performance Monitor
Counters and Objects
Demo - Performance Monitor
Data Collector Sets
Viewing DCS Reports
Demo - Data Collector Sets
Auditing
Policies and Human Factors
Unit 12 Review

Unit 13 - Vulnerability Testing
Topic A: Risk and Vulnerability Assessment
Risk Analysis
OS Hardening
MBSA
Demo - MBSA
Vulnerability Scanners
Penetration Testing
OVAL
OVAL Scan Report
Demo - OVAL
Nessus
Nessus Scan Report
Demo - Nessus
Topic B: IDS and IPS
Intrusion Detection
Events
NIDS
IDScenter for Snort
Example Snort Rule
Demo - Installing and Monitoring with Snort IDS
HIDS
HIDS Advantages over NIDS
Honeypots
Honeypot Examples
Honeypot Deployment
Topic C: Forensics
Computer Forensics
Evidence Gathering Principles
Chain of Custody
Unit 13 Review

Unit 14 - Organizational Security
Topic A: Organizational Policies
Security Policy Content
Acceptable Use
Due Care
Privacy
Separation of Duties
Need to Know
Password Management
Service Level Agreements
Disposal and Destruction
Human Resource Policies
Hiring
Employee Review and Maintenance
Post-employment
Code of Ethics
Incident Response Policy
Incident Response Policy Includes
Preparation
Detection
Containment
Eradication
Recovery
Follow-up
Change Management
Change Documentation
Topic B: Education and Training
Education
Communication
User Awareness
Types of Training
Topic C: Disposal and Destruction
Disposal of Electronics
Disposal of Computer Equipment
Data Security and Destruction
Unit 14 Review

Unit 15 - Business Continuity
Topic A: Redundancy Planning
RAID Levels
Nested RAID
Utility Services
Alternate Sites
Disaster or Service Failure
Disaster Recovery Plan Documents
Threats
Disaster Recovery Team
Business Impact Assessment
Contingency Plan
Documentation
Topic B: Backups
Backup Frequency
Backup Tools
Backup Types
Backup Media
Backup Storage
Data Restoration
Demo - Backup
Windows Recovery Environment
Grandfather Method
Tower of Hanoi
Incremented Media Backup
Backup Storage
Topic C: Environmental Controls
Fire Extinguisher Classes
Fire Extinguisher Contents
Extinguisher Label
Safety Guidelines
Unit 15 Review
Course Closure

 

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