Learn to identify and understand modern cyber threats and attack methods.Cyber Threats and Attack Vectors
Learn to identify and understand modern cyber threats and attack methods.Cyber Threats and Attack Vectors
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Cybersecurity for Business Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Identify common cyber attack vectors and methods
Understand social engineering and phishing tactics
Analyze network and system-based attacks
Evaluate cloud security vulnerabilities
Assess data breach impacts and detection methods
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
3 Hours PreRecorded video
8 assignments
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There are 5 modules in this course
This comprehensive course explores modern cyber threats and attack vectors targeting businesses and systems. Students learn about various attack methods including social engineering, network-based attacks, cloud security vulnerabilities, and system exploits. The curriculum covers real-world data breaches, common vulnerabilities, and attack patterns. Through practical examples and case studies, learners develop skills to identify and understand cyber threats in today's digital landscape.
THREATS AND ATTACK VECTORS IN COMPUTER SECURITY
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Network and system based attacks
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Cloud Security
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Common Vulnerabilities
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
Data Breaches
Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Instructor
Expert in Cybersecurity and Information Technology Leadership
Greg Williams serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs, bringing extensive practical experience in cybersecurity and IT operations to his teaching role. While maintaining his academic position, he serves as Director of Operations in the Office of Information Technology, where he oversees critical network infrastructure, telecommunications, and IT operations for the university. His background includes significant experience as the university's Information Security Officer and HIPAA Security Officer, giving him unique insights into healthcare data security and compliance. With over five years of teaching experience focused on cybersecurity, he combines theoretical knowledge with real-world applications in his courses. His dual role as both educator and IT director allows him to bring current industry practices and challenges directly into the classroom, providing students with practical, relevant knowledge in cybersecurity and information technology management. His expertise spans network security, infrastructure management, and telecommunications, making him a valuable resource for both academic and operational aspects of IT security
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