Objectives:
• Understand the common vulnerabilities and threats targeting web applications, services, and servers
• Learn techniques to design, develop, and deploy secure web applications and services
• Implement best practices for securing servers and infrastructure
• Gain practical skills in penetration testing and vulnerability assessment
Course Content:
Introduction to Web Application Security
• Overview of the web application security landscape
• Common vulnerabilities and attack vectors
• OWASP Top 10 and other critical security risks
Secure Web Application Development
• Secure coding practices and principles
• Input validation and sanitization
• Authentication and authorization mechanisms
• Session management and handling sensitive data
• Secure coding standards and best practices
Securing Web Services and APIs
• Vulnerabilities in web services and APIs
• Secure API design and implementation
• Authentication and authorization for web services
• Protecting against API abuse and misuse
• Implementing rate limiting and throttling
Server Security
• Secure server configuration and hardening
• Patch management and updates
• Firewall and network security
• Logging, monitoring, and incident response
• Secure remote access and administration
Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment
• Introduction to penetration testing methodologies
• Vulnerability scanning and assessment tools
• Ethical hacking techniques and tools
• Reporting and remediation of vulnerabilities
• Hands-on exercises and case studies
Whom can attend:
• Web developers and application architects
• Security professionals and penetration testers
• DevSecOps engineers and site reliability engineers
• IT administrators and infrastructure managers
Methodology
The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities
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DATE:
1ST BATCH: 20th – 23rd May,2025
2ND BATCH: 2nd – 5th Dec,2025
25, Queen street, Alagomeji Bus Stop, Yaba, Lagos