Executive Cyber Security Awareness Training Course

This instructor-led, live training in Norway (online or onsite) is designed for system administrators who wish to use 389 Directory Server to configure and manage LDAP-based authentication and authorization.

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure 389 Directory Server.
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the features and architecture of 389 Directory Server.
• Learn to configure the directory server via both the web console and the command-line interface (CLI).
• Set up and monitor replication to ensure high availability and load balancing.
• Manage LDAP authentication using SSSD to enhance performance.
• Integrate 389 Directory Server with Microsoft Active Directory.

This instructor-led, live training in Norway (online or onsite) is aimed at system administrators who wish to use Microsoft Active Directory to manage and secure data access.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up and configure Active Directory.
• Set up a domain and define access rights of users and devices.
• Manage users and machines through Group Policies.
• Control access to file servers.
• Set up a Certificate Service and manage certificates.
• Implement and manage services such as encryption, certificates, and authentication.

Android is an open platform designed for mobile devices, including smartphones and tablets. It offers a wide array of security features to facilitate the development of secure software; however, it also lacks certain security aspects found in other handheld platforms. This course provides a comprehensive overview of these features, highlighting critical shortcomings related to the underlying Linux architecture, file systems, and the general environment, as well as the use of permissions and other Android software development components.

Common security pitfalls and vulnerabilities affecting both native code and Java applications are described, along with recommendations and best practices to avoid and mitigate them. In many instances, the issues discussed are supported by real-life examples and case studies. Finally, we provide a brief overview of how to use security testing tools to uncover security-related programming bugs.

Participants attending this course will

• Understand basic concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Learn about Android security solutions
• Learn to utilize various security features of the Android platform
• Gain information about recent vulnerabilities in Java on Android
• Learn about common coding mistakes and how to avoid them
• Gain understanding of native code vulnerabilities on Android
• Recognize the severe consequences of insecure buffer handling in native code
• Understand architectural protection techniques and their weaknesses
• Obtain resources and further reading on secure coding practices

Audience

Professionals

Implementing a secure networked application can be challenging, even for developers who have previously utilized various cryptographic building blocks (such as encryption and digital signatures). To help participants grasp the role and application of these cryptographic primitives, a solid foundation is first laid regarding the core requirements of secure communication: secure acknowledgment, integrity, confidentiality, remote identification, and anonymity. This includes presenting typical problems that can undermine these requirements alongside real-world solutions.

Given that cryptography is a critical aspect of network security, the most important cryptographic algorithms in symmetric cryptography, hashing, asymmetric cryptography, and key agreement are also discussed. Rather than presenting an in-depth mathematical background, these elements are explored from a developer's perspective, illustrating typical use-case examples and practical considerations related to cryptography, such as public key infrastructures. Security protocols in various areas of secure communication are introduced, with an in-depth discussion on the most widely-used protocol families, such as IPSEC and SSL/TLS.

Typical cryptographic vulnerabilities are discussed, both in relation to certain crypto algorithms and cryptographic protocols (e.g., BEAST, CRIME, TIME, BREACH, FREAK, Logjam, Padding oracle, Lucky Thirteen, POODLE, and similar), as well as the RSA timing attack. In each case, the practical considerations and potential consequences of each problem are described, again, without delving into deep mathematical details.

Finally, as XML technology is central to data exchange for networked applications, the security aspects of XML are described. This includes the usage of XML within web services and SOAP messages, alongside protection measures such as XML signature and XML encryption. The discussion also covers weaknesses in these protection measures and XML-specific security issues, such as XML injection, XML external entity (XXE) attacks, XML bombs, and XPath injection.

Participants attending this course will

• Understand basic concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Understand the requirements of secure communication
• Learn about network attacks and defenses at different OSI layers
• Have a practical understanding of cryptography
• Understand essential security protocols
• Understand some recent attacks against cryptosystems
• Gain information about some recent related vulnerabilities
• Understand security concepts of web services
• Obtain sources and further readings on secure coding practices

Audience

Developers, Professionals

This three-day course introduces the fundamentals of securing C/C++ code against exploitation by malicious actors, focusing on vulnerabilities related to memory management and input handling. The curriculum emphasizes core principles for writing robust and secure software.

Even seasoned Java developers do not always fully master the diverse security services provided by Java, nor are they always aware of the various vulnerabilities pertinent to web applications built in Java.

This course introduces the security components of the Java Standard Edition while addressing security issues within Java Enterprise Edition (JEE) and web services. Discussions of specific services are grounded in the fundamentals of cryptography and secure communication. A variety of exercises focus on declarative and programmatic security techniques in JEE, and both transport-layer and end-to-end security for web services are examined. The practical application of these components is illustrated through several hands-on exercises, allowing participants to experiment with the discussed APIs and tools firsthand.

The course also covers and explains the most common and severe programming flaws associated with the Java language and platform, as well as web-related vulnerabilities. In addition to typical errors made by Java programmers, the introduced security vulnerabilities encompass language-specific issues and problems arising from the runtime environment. All vulnerabilities and associated attacks are demonstrated through accessible exercises, followed by recommended coding guidelines and potential mitigation techniques.

Participants attending this course will

• Understand the fundamental concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Learn about web vulnerabilities beyond the OWASP Top Ten and discover how to prevent them
• Grasp the security concepts underlying web services
• Learn to utilize various security features of the Java development environment
• Gain a practical understanding of cryptography
• Understand the security solutions offered by Java EE
• Learn about common coding mistakes and how to avoid them
• Receive information on recent vulnerabilities in the Java framework
• Acquire practical knowledge in using security testing tools
• Obtain resources and further reading materials on secure coding practices

Audience

Developers

Description

The Java language and its Runtime Environment (JRE) were engineered to eliminate many of the severe security vulnerabilities commonly found in other languages, such as C and C++. However, software developers and architects must do more than just know how to leverage the positive security features available in the Java environment; they must also recognize the numerous vulnerabilities that remain relevant to Java development (negative security).

Before introducing security services, the course provides a concise overview of cryptography fundamentals, establishing a common baseline for understanding the purpose and operation of the components involved. Participants will apply this knowledge through practical exercises, allowing them to explore the discussed APIs firsthand.

Additionally, the course examines the most frequent and critical programming flaws within the Java language and platform, addressing both typical errors made by Java developers and issues specific to the language and its environment. Each vulnerability and associated attack is illustrated through clear, understandable exercises, followed by recommended coding guidelines and effective mitigation strategies.

Participants attending this course will

• Grasp the core concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Identify web vulnerabilities beyond the OWASP Top Ten and learn how to prevent them
• Utilize various security features within the Java development environment
• Gain a practical understanding of cryptography
• Recognize typical coding mistakes and learn how to avoid them
• Learn about recent vulnerabilities affecting the Java framework
• Access sources and further reading materials on secure coding practices

Audience

Developers

Today, a variety of programming languages can compile code for the .NET and ASP.NET frameworks. While this environment offers powerful tools for security development, developers must understand how to apply architectural and coding-level techniques to implement desired security functions, prevent vulnerabilities, or limit their exploitation.

This course aims to equip developers with practical skills through numerous hands-on exercises. Participants will learn how to prevent untrusted code from executing privileged actions, protect resources via robust authentication and authorization, manage remote procedure calls and sessions, and explore various implementation strategies for specific functionalities, among other topics.

The introduction to vulnerabilities begins by examining typical programming errors made when using .NET. The discussion on ASP.NET vulnerabilities covers various environment settings and their impacts. Furthermore, the course addresses ASP.NET-specific security challenges, including general web application issues and specialized attack vectors such as ViewState attacks and string termination attacks.

Participants in this course will

• Grasp fundamental concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Identify web vulnerabilities beyond the OWASP Top Ten and learn how to mitigate them
• Master the use of various security features within the .NET development environment
• Acquire practical knowledge for utilizing security testing tools
• Understand common coding mistakes and strategies to avoid them
• Gain insight into recent vulnerabilities affecting .NET and ASP.NET
• Access resources and further reading materials on secure coding practices

Audience

Developers

This course introduces key security concepts, providing an overview of vulnerabilities across different programming languages and platforms, and explains how to manage risks associated with software security throughout the software development lifecycle. While not delving too deeply into technical details, it highlights some of the most significant and prevalent vulnerabilities in various software development technologies. The course also addresses the challenges of security testing, presenting techniques and tools that can help identify issues in your code.

Participants attending this course will

• Grasp fundamental concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Comprehend web vulnerabilities on both server and client sides
• Recognize the serious consequences of improper buffer handling
• Become informed about recent vulnerabilities in development environments and frameworks
• Learn about common coding mistakes and how to avoid them
• Understand security testing approaches and methodologies

Audience

Managers

This instructor-led live training (online or in-person) targets system administrators who wish to use FreeIPA to centralize authentication, authorization, and account information for their organization's users, groups, and machines.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure FreeIPA.
• Manage Linux users and clients from a single central location.
• Use FreeIPA's CLI, Web UI and RPC interface to set up and manage permissions.
• Enable Single Sign On authentication across all systems, services and applications.
• Integrate FreeIPA with Windows Active Directory.
• Backup, replicate and migrate an FreeIPA server.

This instructor-led, live training in Norway (online or onsite) is aimed at system administrators who wish to use Okta for identity and access management.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Configure, integrate, and manage Okta.
• Integrate Okta into an existing application.
• Implement security with multi-factor authentication.

This instructor-led, live training in Norway (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level system administrators and IT professionals who wish to install, configure, manage, and secure LDAP directories using OpenLDAP.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the structure and operation of LDAP directories.
• Install and configure OpenLDAP for various deployment environments.
• Implement access control, authentication, and replication mechanisms.
• Use OpenLDAP with third-party services and applications.

This instructor-led live training in Norway (online or onsite) is aimed at system administrators who wish to use OpenAM to manage identity and access controls for web applications.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up the necessary server environment to begin configuring authentication and access controls using OpenAM.
• Implement single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and user self-service features for web applications.
• Use federation services (OAuth 2.0, OpenID, SAML v2.0, etc.) to extend identity management securely across different systems or applications.
• Access and manage authentication, authorization, and identity services through REST APIs.

This instructor-led, live training in Norway (online or onsite) is designed for system administrators looking to leverage OpenDJ to manage user credentials within their organization's production environment.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure OpenDJ.
• Maintain an OpenDJ server, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing for performance.
• Create and manage multiple OpenDJ databases.
• Backup and migrate an OpenDJ server.