CNS 378 Host and Information Security

Principles of host, server and information security issues. Review of security methods used to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the information stored on a host or servers. Linux and Windows Network Operating Systems will be used as examples. The class will cover host/web server hardening, information asset classification, threat assessment and analysis, evidence retention and forensics. Course includes laboratory work with security tools, server hardening techniques and integrity checking methods. PREREQUISITE(S): Familiarity with Desktop Operating Systems