CSCI 323 - Computer and Network Security

Credits: 3

Prerequisite: CSCI 209 This course offers a thorough examination of the secure design principles for computer systems and networks. We will explore various attacks and their respective defenses, often referring to past real-world attacks as case studies. Topics covered include fundamental security principles, cryptographic protocols, encryption, memory overflow attacks, hardware attacks, web security, social engineering attacks, network security, malware/spyware, botnets, and online privacy. Students will gain practical experience through programming projects as well as readings from prior security research.