Master's in Cybersecurity: Practical Network Defense
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What is one of the skills that students will acquire after completing this course?

  • Ability to develop network attacks
  • Ability to implement network hardening
  • Ability to prepare presentations related to specific scientific topics (correct)
  • Ability to develop network traffic analysis software

    • What is a topic covered in this course?

  • Database management
  • Artificial intelligence
  • Network monitoring (correct)
  • Cloud computing

    • What is NOT a part of the assignments in this course?

  • Writing a research paper (correct)
  • Implementing a network defense system
  • Developing a network policy
  • Reporting on the implementation

    • What is the purpose of the assignments in this course?

    <p>To fulfill a pre-requisite for accessing the written exam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a type of network defense topic covered in this course?

    <p>Perimeter networks (DMZs)/Proxy Servers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the structure of the classes in this course?

    <p>Theoretical concepts presented mainly during classroom hours, practical activity during lab hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of the Hack the Box website?

    <p>To offer Capture the Flag (CTF) challenges and cybersecurity exercises</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you can't understand some self-assessment questions?

    <p>Check your prerequisites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do you enroll in the Hack the Box team?

    <p>Register on the website and join the Telegram group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the self-assessment?

    <p>To evaluate your understanding of the course material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can contribute to the suggested resources for the course?

    <p>Any student in the class</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the 'Hack the Box' Telegram group?

    <p>To collaborate on CTF challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can you do if you understand the self-assessment questions but can't remember the answers?

    <p>Check your notes and textbook</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the feedback policy for the course?

    <p>Feedback is always welcome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Practical Network Defense course?

    <p>Practical application of computer network security concepts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main objectives of the course?

    <p>To apply a security policy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the skills that students will develop in the course?

    <p>Selecting the appropriate firewall rules to protect a network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the lecturer's primary area of research interest?

    <p>Computer network security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the code to join the class in Google Classroom?

    <p>mumait2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the schedule for the course on Thursdays?

    <p>12-15, Tiburtina Labs (lab XV)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total number of CFUs for the course?

    <p>6 CFUs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the abilities that students will develop in the course?

    <p>Making the most appropriate design choices to implement a 'defense in depth' strategy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the framework used for experimenting computer networking in the lab activities?

    <p>Kathará (formerly known as netkit)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required to be done before attending the lab activities?

    <p>Download the virtual machine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum number of mandatory assignments required to pass the exam?

    <p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the assignments in the course?

    <p>To apply techniques and tools introduced during the classes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum increment to the final grade of the written exam that can be achieved through assignments?

    <p>+3 points</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the validity period of a written exam?

    <p>1 year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the optional exam format for students with a written exam >= 27?

    <p>Oral exam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main textbook used in the course?

    <p>Introduction to Computer Networks and Cybersecurity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected outcome of completing the course?

    <p>To fill the gap in knowledge and catch up</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the self-assessment exercises?

    <p>To familiarize students with Linux CLI and tools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended approach to the course?

    <p>Don't get discouraged and try to fill the gap in knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the bonus reference to http://overthewire.org/wargames/bandit/bandit0.html?

    <p>To help students learn Linux CLI and tools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended goal for students using the bonus reference?

    <p>To learn as much as possible from each level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of taking notes while using the bonus reference?

    <p>Taking notes helps students remember passwords and how they were obtained</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Course Introduction

    • The course is Practical Network Defense, a part of the Master's degree in Cybersecurity at Sapienza Università di Roma, academic year 2023-24.
    • The lecturer is Angelo Spognardi, an associate professor at the Department of Informatics (Dipartimento di Informatica).
    • The lecturer's contact information: tel: 06 4925 5164, email: [email protected], and website: https://angelospognardi.site.uniroma1.it.

    Practical Info

    • Student hours are available on request by email, and meetings will be held in the lecturer's office (G29, v.le Regina Elena, 295, Edificio G).
    • Research interests of the lecturer include computer network security, security in social networks, ML and AI in cybersecurity, privacy, applied cryptography, operating systems, and programming.

    Course Website and Schedule

    • The course website is https://sites.google.com/di.uniroma1.it/practical-network-defense.
    • The course has 6 CFUs, and students are required to join the class in Google Classroom using the code "mumait2" and their @studenti.uniroma1.it account.
    • The schedule includes Thursday classes from 12-15 pm at Tiburtina Labs (lab XV) and Friday classes from 11-13 am at Aula 3, v.le Castro Laurenziano 7a.

    Objectives

    • The course aims to teach students methods and tools for protecting computer networks.
    • Students will learn to apply practical concepts, including protocols in networked computer systems, security mechanisms, and intrusion detection.
    • By the end of the course, students will be able to monitor traffic, apply security policies, perform network scans, and select appropriate firewall rules and protection mechanisms.

    Topics Covered

    • Network monitoring and traffic analysis
    • Network attacks (e.g., session hijacking, man-in-the-middle)
    • Minimizing exposure (attack surface and vectors)
    • Network hardening and policy development
    • Defense in depth and perimeter networks (DMZs)/Proxy Servers
    • Implementing firewalls and virtual private networks (VPNs)
    • Implementing IDS/IPS and network access control

    Class Structure and Assignments

    • Theoretical concepts will be presented in classroom hours, with practical activities during lab hours.
    • Some topics will have assignments with two parts: an implementing part in the virtual lab environment and a reporting part.
    • Assignments are part of the exam and are a prerequisite for accessing the written exam.

    Tools and Resources

    • The course will use Kathará (formerly known as netkit), a container-based framework for experimenting with computer networking.
    • A virtual machine will be provided for students, and access to the virtual infrastructure (ACME co.) will be granted.
    • Recommended textbooks include "Introduction to Computer Networks and Cybersecurity" by Chwan-Hwa (John) Wu and J.David Irwin.

    Exam and Assessment

    • The exam consists of 3/4 mandatory assignments and a full written exam.
    • Optional oral exams are available for students with a written exam score of 27 or higher.
    • Assignments are evaluated as A, B, or C, and provide an increment to the final grade of the written exam (up to +3 points).

    Feedback and Self-Assessment

    • Feedback is always welcome, and students are encouraged to share suggestions and resources.
    • Self-assessment questions are provided to help students identify areas where they need to improve.
    • The self-assessment questions cover topics such as Linux, network security, and cryptography.

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    Course introduction to Practical Network Defense for Master's degree students in Cybersecurity (2023-2024) at Sapienza Università di Roma.

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