Software Side Channels and Security
This course is part of Side Channel Security Basics.
This comprehensive course delves into the world of software side channels and their implications for cybersecurity. Through an innovative learning approach, students join a group of flatmates discovering side channel attacks. The course covers fundamental concepts of software-based side channels, their detection, exploitation, and mitigation strategies. Participants gain hands-on experience with various attack methods, including Flush+Reload techniques, and learn to assess security risks in technical contexts. The course emphasizes developing a security mindset applicable to both professional and personal computing environments. Perfect for those looking to understand modern cybersecurity threats like Meltdown and Spectre.
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What you'll learn
Identify and exploit side-channel vulnerabilities in software programs
Master various software-based side channel techniques for extracting sensitive information
Understand the mechanics of Flush+Reload attacks and their implications
Analyze security risks in common software implementations
Develop effective strategies for mitigating side-channel vulnerabilities
Skills you'll gain
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Graded assignments, exams
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
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There are 5 modules in this course
The course provides a practical exploration of software side channels and their security implications. Students learn through an engaging narrative featuring flatmates discovering various side-channel attacks. The curriculum covers PIN entry vulnerabilities, memory-based attacks like Flush+Reload, and mitigation strategies. Through hands-on exercises, participants develop skills in identifying, exploiting, and protecting against software side channels. The course emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical application, preparing students to address modern cybersecurity challenges.
Raiders of the Lost Account
Module 1
Memory
Module 2
Not on my Watch
Module 3
Justice Leak
Module 4
Flush+Reload: Endgame
Module 5
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Side Channel Security Basics
Instructor
12 Courses
Cybersecurity Expert Pioneering Side-Channel and Transient Execution Attack Research
Dr. Daniel Gruss, an Associate Professor at Graz University of Technology, is a renowned expert in cybersecurity, specializing in side-channel and transient execution attacks. Completing his PhD with distinction in under three years, Gruss has made significant contributions to the field, including implementing Rowhammer.js, the first remote fault attack running on a website, and being part of the team that discovered the Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities in 2018. His research focuses on identifying and mitigating hardware-level security vulnerabilities, with his work on software patches against Meltdown now integrated into most operating systems. As the leader of the Secure Systems group at Graz University of Technology, Gruss continues to advance the field through his research, teaching, and frequent speaking engagements at top international venues. His extensive publication record and involvement in teaching operating systems courses since 2010 underscore his commitment to both advancing cybersecurity research and educating the next generation of security experts.
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