Lesson Plans
LabSim
Security Pro
Table of Contents
Course Overview .................................................................................................. 3
Course Introduction for Instructors ........................................................................ 5
Section 1.1: Security Overview ........................................................................... 10
Section 1.2: Using the Simulator ......................................................................... 12
Section 2.1: Access Control Models ................................................................... 13
Section 2.2: Authentication ................................................................................. 16
Section 2.3: Authorization ................................................................................... 18
Section 2.4: Access Control Best Practices ........................................................ 20
Section 2.5: Windows Domain Users and Groups .............................................. 22
Section 2.6: Linux Users and Groups ................................................................. 25
Section 2.7: Linux User Security ......................................................................... 28
Section 2.8: Group Policy Overview.................................................................... 30
Section 2.9: Hardening Authentication ................................................................ 32
Section 2.10: Remote Access ............................................................................. 34
Section 2.11: Network Authentication ................................................................. 36
Section 2.12: Identity Management..................................................................... 38
Section 3.1: Cryptography .................................................................................. 39
Section 3.2: Hashing ........................................................................................... 42
Section 3.3: Symmetric Encryption ..................................................................... 44
Section 3.4: Asymmetric Encryption ................................................................... 46
Section 3.5: Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) ........................................................ 48
Section 3.6: Cryptographic Implementations ...................................................... 51
Section 4.1: Security Policies .............................................................................. 53
Section 4.2: Business Continuity ........................................................................ 57
Section 4.3: Risk Management ........................................................................... 59
Section 4.4: Incident Response .......................................................................... 61
Section 4.5: Social Engineering .......................................................................... 63
Section 4.6: Certification and Accreditation ........................................................ 66
Section 4.7: Development ................................................................................... 68
Section 4.8: Employee Management .................................................................. 70
Section 5.1: Physical Security ............................................................................. 73
Section 5.2: Hardware Security........................................................................... 75
Section 5.3: Environmental Controls ................................................................... 77
Section 5.4: Mobile Devices ................................................................................ 80
Section 5.5: Telephony ....................................................................................... 82
Section 6.1: Networking Review ......................................................................... 84
Section 6.2: Perimeter Attacks ............................................................................ 87
Section 6.3: Security Appliances ........................................................................ 90
Section 6.4: Demilitarized Zones (DMZ) ............................................................. 92
Section 6.5: Firewalls .......................................................................................... 94
Section 6.6: Network Address Translation (NAT)................................................ 96
Section 6.7: Virtual Private Networks (VPN) ....................................................... 98
Section 6.8: Web Threat Protection .................................................................. 100
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Section 6.9: Network Access Control (NAC) ..................................................... 102
Section 6.10: Wireless Attacks ......................................................................... 104
Section 6.11: Wireless Defenses ...................................................................... 106
Section 7.1: Network Devices ........................................................................... 109
Section 7.2: Network Device Vulnerabilities ...................................................... 110
Section 7.3: Switch Attacks ............................................................................... 112
Section 7.4: Router and Switch Security ........................................................... 113
Section 7.5: Intrusion Detection and Prevention ............................................... 116
Section 8.1: Malware ........................................................................................ 119
Section 8.2: Password Attacks ......................................................................... 122
Section 8.3: Windows System Hardening ......................................................... 124
Section 8.4: Hardening Enforcement ................................................................ 126
Section 8.5: File Server Security ....................................................................... 128
Section 8.6: Linux Host Security ....................................................................... 130
Section 9.1: Web Application Attacks ............................................................... 132
Section 9.2: Internet Browsers .......................................................................... 135
Section 9.3: E-mail ............................................................................................ 137
Section 9.4: Network Applications..................................................................... 139
Section 9.5: Virtualization ................................................................................. 141
Section 9.6: Application Development .............................................................. 143
Section 10.1: Redundancy ................................................................................ 145
Section 10.2: Backup and Restore.................................................................... 148
Section 10.3: File Encryption ............................................................................ 150
Section 10.4: Secure Protocols ......................................................................... 152
Section 10.5: Cloud Computing ........................................................................ 154
Section 11.1: Vulnerability Assessment ............................................................ 156
Section 11.2: Penetration Testing ..................................................................... 158
Section 11.3: Protocol Analyzers ...................................................................... 160
Section 11.4: Logs and Audits .......................................................................... 162
Security Pro Practice Exams ............................................................................ 165
Security+ Practice Exams ................................................................................. 166
SSCP Practice Exams ...................................................................................... 167
Appendix A: Approximate Time for the Course ................................................. 168
Appendix B: Security Pro Changes ................................................................... 172
Appendix C: Security Pro Objectives ................................................................ 179
Appendix D: CompTIA Security+ (2011 Edition) Exam SY0-301 Objectives .... 184
Appendix E: (ISC)2 SSCP Objectives ............................................................... 196
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Course Overview
This course prepares students for TestOut’s Security Pro, CompTIA’s Security+,
and (ISC)2's SSCP certification exams.
Module 1 – Introduction
This module introduces the students to the challenges of protecting electronic
information and using the LabSim simulator.
Module 2 – Access Control and Identity Management
In this module students will learn concepts about controlling access to system
resources. They will learn the access control models, terminology, best practices,
tools, and remote and network considerations to controlling access.
Module 3 – Cryptography
This module teaches the students about cryptographic attacks and the tools to
ensure data integrity. They will learn about hashing, symmetric and asymmetric
encryption, and certificates. Methods of implementing cryptography are also
presented.
Module 4 – Policies, Procedures, and Awareness
This module discusses security policies, procedures and security awareness.
Students will learn security classification levels, documents, business continuity
plans, risk management considerations, incident response, trusted computing,
software development concerns, and management of employees.
Module 5 – Physical Security
This module examines the fundamentals of physically securing access to
facilities and computer systems, protecting a computer system with proper
environmental conditions and fire-suppression systems, and securing mobile
devices and telephony transmissions.
Module 6 – Perimeter Defenses
In this module students will learn concepts about perimeter defenses to increase
network security. Topics covered will include types of perimeter attacks, security
zones and devices, configuring a DMZ, firewalls, NAT router, VPNs, protections
against web threats, Network Access Protection (NAP) and security for wireless
networks.
Module 7 – Network Defenses
This module discusses network device vulnerabilities and defenses, providing
security for a router and switch, and implementing intrusion monitoring and
prevention.
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Module 8 – Host Defenses
In this module students will learn about the types of malware and how to protect
against them, protecting against password attacks, recommendations for
hardening a Windows system, configuring GPOs to enforce security, managing
file system security, and procedures to increase network security of a Linux
system.
Module 9 – Application Defenses
This module discusses basic concepts of securing web applications from attacks,
fortifying the internet browser, securing e-mail from e-mail attacks, concerns
about networking software, and security considerations when using a virtual
machine.
Module 10 – Data Defenses
This module discusses the elements of securing data, such as, implementing
redundancy through RAID, proper management of backups and restores, file
encryption, implementing secure protocols, and cloud computing.
Module 11 – Assessments and Audits
This module examines tools that can be used to test and monitor the vulnerability
of systems and logs that provide a system manager to track and audit a variety of
events on a system.
Practice Exams
In Practice Exams students will have the opportunity to test themselves and
verify that they understand the concepts and are ready to take the certification
exam. The practice exams are divided into three separate areas and will contain
examples of the types of questions that a student will find on the actual exam:
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Security Pro Certification Practice Exams
Security+ Practice Exams
SSCP Practice Exams
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Course Introduction for Instructors
This course provides students with the knowledge to become industry certified as
a Security professional. This course actually meets the specifications for three
different industry certification programs. It prepares the student for the following:
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TestOut's Security Pro certification
CompTIA's Security+ certification
(ISC)2's SSCP certification
TestOut’s Security Pro certification is a new certification which measures not just
what you know, but what you can do. The TestOut Security Pro Certification
(2012 edition) measures your ability to manage security threats and harden
security for computer systems. The following knowledge domains are addressed:
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Access Control and Identity Management
Policies, Procedures, and Awareness
Physical Security
Perimeter Defenses
Network Defenses
Host Defenses
Application Defenses
Data Defenses
Audits and Assessments
Security Pro objectives are listed in Appendix C: Security Pro Objectives.
CompTIA’s Security+ certification is an international, vendor-neutral certification
that verifies the student can apply knowledge to applying security concepts, tools
and procedures to react to security incidents. Security+ Exam SY0-301(2011
edition) covers general knowledge of security concepts, threats, and tools. The
following knowledge domains are addressed:
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Network Security
Compliance and Operational Security
Threats and Vulnerabilities
Application, Data and Host Security
Access Control and Identity Management
Cryptography
Security+ objectives are listed in Appendix D: CompTIA Security+ (2011
Edition) Exam SY0-301 Objectives.
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(ISC)2’s SSCP certification ensures students have the skills to safeguard against
threats and the knowledge to apply security concepts, tools, and procedures. The
following knowledge domains are addressed:
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Access Control
Security Operations & Administration
Monitoring and Analysis
Risk, Response, and Recovery
Cryptography
Networks and Communications
Malicious Code and Attacks
SSCP objectives are listed in Appendix E: (ISC)2 SSCP Objectives.
The section introductions in LabSim and the lesson plans list the objectives that
are met for each of the exams in that section.
The following icons are placed in front of lesson items in LabSim to help students
quickly recognize the items in each section:
= Demonstration
= Exam
= Lab/Simulation
= Text lesson or fact sheet
= Video
The video and demonstration icons are used throughout the lesson plans to help
instructors differentiate between the timing for the videos and demonstrations.
In the lesson plans the Total Time for each section is calculated by adding the
approximate time for each section which is calculated using the following
elements:
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Video/demo times
Approximate time to read the text lesson (the length of each text lesson is
taken into consideration)
Simulations (5 minutes is assigned per simulation. This is the amount of
time it would take for a knowledgeable student to complete the lab activity.
Plan that the new students will take much longer than this depending upon
their knowledge level and computer experience.)
Questions (1 minute per question)
Appendix A: Approximate Time for the Course contains all the times for each
section which are totaled for the whole course.
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Comparison of Security+ and SSCP Objectives Covered in LabSim
Security Pro
The following table maps out where the Security+ and SSCP objectives are
covered in the Security Pro course. (Remember the objectives are in the
appendixes.)
CompTIA Security+
Exam
SSCP Exam
Objectives
Objectives
Security Pro Sections
X = This section meets objectives for the identified
exam.
1.0 Introduction
1.1 Security Overview
2.8
2.9
N/A
N/A
2.1 Access Control Models
5.2
1.1, 1.2, 1.4
2.2 Authentication
5.2
1.3
2.3 Authorization
5.2, 5.3
1.1, 1.2
1.2 Using the Simulator
2.0 Access Control and Identity Management
2.4 Access Control Best Practices
1.2, 2.1, 5.2
2.5 Windows Domain Users and Groups
5.3
1.1, 1.2
2.6 Linux Users and Groups
5.3
1.1, 1.2
2.7 Linux User Security
5.3
1.1, 1.2
4.2, 5.2, 5.3
1.1, 1.2
2.9 Hardening Authentication
5.2, 5.3
1.1
2.10 Remote Access
1.3, 5.1
6.3
2.11 Network Authentication
3.2, 5.1
2.8 Group Policy Overview
2.12 Identity Management
1.6
3.0 Cryptography
3.1 Cryptography
4.3, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3
5.1, 5.2, 5.3
3.2 Hashing
6.1, 6.2
5.1
3.3 Symmetric Encryption
6.2, 6.2
5.1
3.4 Asymmetric Encryption
6.1, 6.2, 6.3
3.5 Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
6.4,
5.3
3.6 Cryptography Implementations
4.3, 6.2
5.4
2.1, 2.2, 2.4
2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.8
2.5
4.4
4.3 Risk Management
2.1, 2.2, 3.7
4.1
4.4 Incident Response
2.3
4.3
4.5 Social Engineering
2.4, 3.2, 3.3
7.3
2.4
5.2
4.0 Policies, Procedures, and Awareness
4.1 Security Policies
4.2 Business Continuity
4.6 Certification and Accreditation
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4.7 Development
4.1
2.4
2.1, 2.4
2.1, 2.2
3.6, 5.2
4.2
2.2, 3.6, 4.2
2.2
2.6
2.4
4.2, 4.3
2.7
1.3
6.2
1.3, 1.4, 1.5
6.1
6.2 Perimeter Attacks
3.2, 3.7
7.3
6.3 Security Appliances
1.1, 1.3
6.1, 6.4
6.4 Demilitarized Zones (DMZ)
1.1, 1.3
6.5 Firewalls
1.1, 1.2
4.8 Employee Management
5.0 Physical Security
5.1 Physical Security
5.2 Hardware Security
5.3 Environmental Controls
5.4 Mobile Devices
5.5 Telephony
6.0 Perimeter Defenses
6.1 Networking Review
6.4
6.6 Network Address Translation (NAT)
1.3
6.7 Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
1.1
6.3
6.8 Web Threat Protection
1.1
4.1, 7.1
6.9 Network Access Control (NAC)
1.3
6.1
6.10 Wireless Attacks
3.4
6.5
1.2, 1.6, 5.1, 6.2
6.5
6.11 Wireless Defenses
7.0 Network Defenses
7.1 Network Devices
7.2 Network Device Vulnerabilities
7.3 Switch Attacks
1.1
3.1, 3.2, 5.3
3.2
7.4 Router and Switch Security
1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 3.6
7.5 Intrusion Detection and Prevention
1.1, 2.1, 3.6, 3.7
3.1, 3.2, 7.2
8.1 Malware
3.1, 3.6, 4.2,
7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4
8.2Password Attacks
2.4, 3.6, 5.3
8.3 Windows System Hardening
3.6, 4.2, 5.2
8.4 Hardening Enforcement
4.2, 5.2, 5.3
8.0 Host Defenses
8.5 File Server Security
1.2, 1.4, 2.2, 5.2, 5.3
1.4
8.6 Linux Host Security
1.2, 2.2, 3.6
4.2
2.2, 2.4, 3.2, 3.5, 4.1, 4.2
7.1, 7.3, 7.4
9.0 Application Defenses
9.1 Web Application Attacks
9.2 Internet Browsers
9.3 E-mail
9.4 Network Applications
9.5 Virtualization
9.6 Application Development
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3.2, 6.2
5.4, 7.1, 7.3
2.4, 3.2, 4.2
7.2
1.1, 1.3, 2.1, 4.2
1.7, 2.7
3.6, 4.1
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10.0 Data Defenses
10.1 Redundancy
2.7
4.1
10.2 Backup and Restore
2.7
2.8
10.3 File Encryption
4.3, 6.2
10.4 Secure Protocols
1.4, 6.2
5.2
10.5 Cloud Computing
1.3, 2.1, 4.3
1.7
3.7, 3.8
4.2
11.2 Penetration Testing
3.8
4.2
11.3 Protocol Analyzers
1.1, 3.7
11.0 Assessments and Audits
11.1Vulnerability Assessment
11.4 Logs and Audits
1.2, 2.2, 3.6
3.1, 3.2
Certification Practice Exams
Security Pro Practice Exams
Security+ Practice Exams
SSCP Practice Exams
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X
In addition to covering everything the student needs to know for the Security+
and SSCP exams, this course has been designed to help students gain realworld skills that they will use every day on-the-job as a Security professional. The
real world skills are what is needed to pass the Security Pro Certification exam.
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Section 1.1: Security Overview
Summary
This section provides an overview of security. Basics discussed include:
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Security challenges
Common security terms:
o Confidentiality
o Integrity
o Availability
o Non-repudiation
CIA of Security
Key Security Components:
o Physical security
o Users and administrator
o Policies
Risk Management items to take into account:
o Asset
o Threat
o Threat agent
o Vulnerability
o Exploit
Types of threat agents
Steps of attack strategies:
o Reconnaissance
o Breach
o Escalate privileges
o Stage
o Exploit
Defense methodologies:
o Layering
o Principle of least privilege
o Variety
o Randomness
o Simplicity
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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2.8 Exemplify the concepts of confidentiality, integrity, and availability
(CIA)
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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2.9 Understand security concepts (e.g., confidentiality, integrity,
availability, privacy)
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Lecture Focus Questions:
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What challenges does a security professional face?
What is the difference between integrity and non-repudiation?
What process provides confidentiality by converting data into a form that it
is unlikely to be usable by an unintended recipient?
What are the three main goals of the CIA of Security?
Which security expression refers to verifying that someone is who they
say they are?
What are key components of risk management?
What are three types of threat agents?
Video/Demo
Time
1.1.1 Security Challenges
8:22
1.1.2 Security Roles and Concepts
5:36
1.1.3 Threat Agent Types
8:20
1.1.5 General Attack Strategy
8:51
1.1.6 General Defense Strategy
Total
18:25
49:34
Number of Exam Questions
12 questions
Total Time
About 70 minutes
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Section 1.2: Using the Simulator
Summary
This section introduces the student to the TestOut simulator, which is used in
most of the lab exercises throughout the course. Students will become familiar
with the:
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Scenario
Main Bench
Shelf
Selected Component
Processes to complete labs.
Elements of the Score Report.
Students will learn how to:
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Read simulated component documentation and view components to make
appropriate choices to meet the scenario.
Add and remove simulated computer components.
Change views to view and add simulated components.
Use the zoom feature to view addition image details.
Attach simulated cables.
Use the simulation interface to identify where simulated cables connect to
the computer.
Video/Demo
1.2.1 Using the Simulator
Time
13:19
Lab/Activity
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Configure a Security Appliance
Install a Security Appliance
Total Time
About 25 minutes
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Section 2.1: Access Control Models
Summary
This section discusses access control models. Basics discussed include:
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Access control involves:
o Objects
o Subjects
o System
Processes of the access control:
o Identification
o Authentication
o Authorization
o Auditing (also referred to as accounting)
Access controls can be classified according to the function they perform:
o Preventive
o Detective
o Corrective
o Deterrent
o Recovery
o Compensative
Access control measures to restrict or control access:
o Administrative
o Technical
o Physical
Directory services
Common access control models:
o Mandatory Access Control (MAC)
o Discretionary Access Control (DAC)
o Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
o Rule Set-Based Access Control (RSBAC)
o Federated Access Control
Discretionary access controls
Access control models
Academic security models:
o Bell-LaPadula
o Biba
o Clark-Wilson
o State machine
o Brewer and Nash Module/Chinese Wall
o Take-Grant
o Combination models
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Students will learn how to:
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Implement DAC by configuring a discretionary access control list (DACL).
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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5.2 Explain the fundamental concepts and best practices related to
authentication, authorization, and access control
o Access control
o Mandatory access control
o Discretionary access control
o Role/rule-based access control
o ACLs
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Implement Logical Access Controls in Terms of Subjects
o Requirements for access controls
1.2 Implement Logical Access Controls in Terms of Objects
o Requirements for access controls
o Object groups
1.4 Apply Access Control Concepts (e.g., least privilege, and separation of
duties)
o Discretionary Access Control (DAC)
o Non-discretionary Access Control
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What is access control and why is it important?
How does the Discretionary Access Control (DAC) provide access
control?
What type of entries does the Discretionary Access Control List (DACL)
contain?
What is the function of each of the two types of labels used by the
Mandatory Access Control (MAC) access model?
What is the difference between role-based access control and rule-based
access control?
How are Rule-Based Access Control and Mandatory Access Control
(MAC) similar?
In security terms, what does AAA refer to?
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Video/Demo
Time
2.1.1 Access Control Models
3:38
2.1.5 Implementing Discretionary Access Control
1:34
Total
5:12
Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 30 minutes
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Section 2.2: Authentication
Summary
In this section students will learn the basics of identification and authentication.
Concepts covered in this section include:
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Ways a User can prove identity to an authentication server:
o Type 1 Something you know
o Type 2 Something you have
o Type 3 Something you are
Terms used to measure the effective of authentication solutions:
o False negative
o False positive
o Crossover error rate
o Processing rate
Authentication methods used to increase security:
o Two-factor
o Three-factor
o Multi-factor
o Strong
o One-factor
o Mutual
Considerations when implementing biometrics
Single Sign-on (SSO) authentication:
o Advantages of SSO
o Disadvantages of SSO
SSO solutions:
o Kerberos
o Secure European System for Applications in a Multi-Vendor
Environment (SESAME)
o Directory services
Students will learn how to:
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Use a biometric scanner to enroll (record) fingerprints that can be used for
authentication.
Configure fingerprint settings to automate execution of an application.
Use single sign-on to access all authorized resources on the network.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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5.2 Explain the fundamental concepts and best practices related to
authentication, authorization, and access control
o Identification vs. authentication
o Authentication (single factor) and authorization
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Multifactor authentication
Biometrics
Tokens
Common access card
Personal identification verification card
Smart card
Single sign on
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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1.3 Implement Authentication Mechanisms (e.g., single/multi-factor
authentication, single sign-on, offline authentication)
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What is the difference between authentication and identification?
Which authentication type is the most common?
Which form of authentication is generally considered the strongest?
What is the difference between synchronous and asynchronous token
devices?
Which type of biometric processing error is more serious, a false positive
or a false negative? Why?
What is the difference between strong authentication, two-factor
authentication, and multi-factor authentication?
What are the main advantages of SSO authentication? Disadvantages?
Video/Demo
2.2.1 Authentication
2.2.3 Using a Biometric Scanner
2.2.5 Using Single Sign-on
Total
Time
11:19
3:49
12:20
27:28
Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 55 minutes
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Section 2.3: Authorization
Summary
This section examines using authorization to control access to resources.
Concepts covered include:
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Types of NTFS access lists:
o Discretionary Access Control List (DACL)
o System Access Control List (SACL)
The role of a security principal
Types of permission:
o Effective Permissions
o Deny Permissions
o Cumulative Permissions
Students will learn how to:
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Create a group and add members to the group.
Examine the elements of an access token using whoami /all.
After changes to user privileges, gain access to newly assigned resources
by creating a new access token (logging on again).
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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5.2 Explain the fundamental concepts and best practices related to
authentication, authorization, and access control
o ACLs
o Access control
o Discretionary access control
5.3 Implement appropriate security controls when performing account
management
o Mitigates issues associated with users with multiple accounts/roles
o Group based privileges
o User assigned privileges
SSCP exam objectives:
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1.1 Implement Logical Access Controls in Terms of Subjects
o Requirements for access controls
1.2 Implement Logical Access Controls in Terms of Objects
o Requirements for access controls
o Object groups
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Lecture Focus Questions:
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What three types of information make up an access token?
How is the access token used to control access to resources?
On a Microsoft system, when is the access token generated?
What types of objects are considered security principals?
What is the difference between a discretionary access control list (DACL)
and a system access control list (SACL)?
Video/Demo
Time
2.3.1 Authorization
5:15
2.3.2 Cumulative
9:32
2.3.4 Examining the Access Token
4:23
Total
19:10
Number of Exam Questions
4 questions
Total Time
About 25 minutes
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Section 2.4: Access Control Best Practices
Summary
This section provides information about best practices to control access to
system resources. Concepts covered include:
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Security practices:
o Principle of least privilege
o Need to know
o Separation of duties
o Job rotation
o Defense-in-depth
Creeping privileges
How to avoid creeping privileges
End-of-life procedures for media
Students will learn how to:
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Enable and disable User Account Control (UAC).
Use alternate credentials to run programs that require elevated privileges.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.2 Apply and implement secure network administration principles
o Implicit deny
2.1 Explain risk related concepts
o Importance of policies in reducing risks
5.2 Explain the fundamental concepts and best practices related to
authentication, authorization, and access control
o Least privilege
o Separation of duties
o Implicit deny
o Job rotation
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What is the difference between implicit deny and explicit allow?
What is the difference between implicit deny and explicit deny? Which is
the strongest?
How does implementing the principle of separation of duties increase the
security in an organization?
What aspects of security does job rotation provide?
How do creeping privileges occur?
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Video/Demo
Time
2.4.1 Access Control Best Practices
3:12
2.4.3 Viewing Implicit Deny
3:26
Total
6:38
Number of Exam Questions
12 questions
Total Time
About 20 minutes
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Section 2.5: Windows Domain Users and Groups
Summary
This section discusses managing Windows domain users and groups. Concepts
covered include:
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Active Directory components:
o Domain
o Trees and Forests
o Organizational Unit (OU)
o Generic Containers
o Objects
o Domain Controller
Advantages of hierarchical directory databases
User Account Management:
o Creating users
o Recommendations of managing user accounts
o Directory object attributes
o Managing users as groups
Students will learn how to:
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Create domain user accounts.
Modify user account properties, including changing logon and password
settings in the user account.
Rename a user account.
Reset a user account password and unlock the account.
Enable and disable an account.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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5.3 Implement appropriate security controls when performing account
management
o Mitigates issues associated with users with multiple accounts/roles
o Account policy enforcement
 Password complexity
 Expiration
 Recovery
 Length
 Disablement
 Lockout
o Group based privileges
o User assigned privileges
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SSCP Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Implement Logical Access Controls in Terms of Subjects
o Requirements for access controls
1.2 Implement Logical Access Controls in Terms of Objects
o Requirements for access controls
o Object groups
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Create, modify, and delete user profiles
o Manage Windows Domain Users and Groups
 Create, rename, and delete users and groups
 Lock and unlock user accounts
 Assign users to appropriate groups
 Change a user's password
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What is the purpose of a domain?
What is the difference between a disabled, locked out, or expired user
account?
What is the best way to handle a user's account when an employee quits
the company and will be replaced by a new employee in the near future?
What are the recommendations for using a template user account?
What properties of a user account do not get duplicated when you copy
the user?
Video/Demo
Time
2.5.1 Active Directory Introduction
9:04
2.5.2 Active Directory Structure
9:24
2.5.3 Viewing Active Directory
3:59
2.5.5 Creating User Accounts
3:13
2.5.6 Managing User Account Properties
2.5.10 Managing Groups
Total
13:20
4:10
43:10
Lab/Activity
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Create User Accounts
Manage User Accounts
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Create a Group
Create Global Groups
Number of Exam Questions
2 questions
Total Time
About 75 minutes
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Section 2.6: Linux Users and Groups
Summary
This section examines managing Linux users and groups. Concepts covered
include:
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Options for storing Linux user and group information
Files used when files are stored in the local file system:
o /etc/passwd
o /etc/shadow
o /etc/group
o /etc/gshadow
Configuration files used when managing user accounts:
o /etc/default/useradd
o /etc/login.defs/etc/skel
Manage user accounts with the following commands:
o useradd
o passwd
o usermod
o userdel
Commands to manage group accounts and group membership:
o groupadd
o groupmod
o groupdel
o gpasswd
o newgrp
o usermod
o groups
Students will learn how to:
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Create, rename, lock, and unlock a user account.
Change a user's password.
Rename or remove a user account.
Create groups and define the group ID.
Change secondary group membership for specific user accounts.
Enable a group password.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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5.3 Implement appropriate security controls when performing account
management
o Mitigates issues associated with users with multiple accounts/roles
o Account policy enforcement
 Password complexity
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 Expiration
 Recovery
 Length
 Disablement
 Lockout
o Group based privileges
o User assigned privileges
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Implement Logical Access Controls in Terms of Subjects
o Requirements for access controls
1.2 Implement Logical Access Controls in Terms of Objects
o Requirements for access controls
o Object groups
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Create, modify, and delete user profiles
o Manage Linux Users and Groups
 Create, rename, and delete users and groups
 Assign users to appropriate groups
 Lock and unlock user accounts
 Change a user's password
Lecture Focus Questions:
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Which directory contains configuration file templates that are copied into a
new user's home directory?
When using useradd to create a new user account, what type of default
values create the user account?
How can you view all the default values in the /etc/default/useradd file?
How would you create a user with useradd that does not receive the
default values in /etc/default/useradd file?
Which command deletes a user and their home directory at the same
time?
Which usermod option changes the secondary group membership?
Which command removes all secondary group memberships for specific
user accounts?
Which groupmod option changes the name of a group?
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Video/Demo
2.6.1 Linux User and Group Overview
Time
19:14
2.6.2 Managing Linux Users
9:28
2.6.10 Managing Linux Groups
3:15
Total
31:57
Lab/Activity
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Create a User Account
Rename a User Account
Delete a User
Change Your Password
Change a User’s Password
Lock and Unlock User Accounts
Rename and Create Groups
Add Users to a Group
Remove a User from a Group
Number of Exam Questions
10 questions
Total Time
About 100 minutes
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Section 2.7: Linux User Security
Summary
In this section students will explore user security for Linux. Details about the
following concepts will be covered:
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Considerations for user security
Commands used to promote user security and restrictions
o chage
o ulimit
The /etc/security/limits.conf file
o Entry options:
 Entity
 Type
 Limits
 Value
Students will learn how to:
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Configure password aging.
Configure password login limits.
Configure the maximum concurrent logins by a user.
Use the ulimit command to restrict user resource usage.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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5.3 Implement appropriate security controls when performing account
management
o Mitigates issues associated with users with multiple accounts/roles
o Account policy enforcement
 Password complexity
 Expiration
 Recovery
 Length
 Disablement
 Lockout
o Group based privileges
o User assigned privileges
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Implement Logical Access Controls in Terms of Subjects
o Requirements for access controls
1.2 Implement Logical Access Controls in Terms of Objects
o Requirements for access controls
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o Object groups
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Create, modify, and delete user profiles.
o Manage Linux Users and Groups.
 Configure password aging.
o Restrict use of common access accounts.
Lecture Focus Questions:
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When using chage to set expiration of user passwords, which option sets
the number of days for the password warning message?
What is the difference between hard and soft limits?
When using ulimit to limit computer resources used for applications
launched from the shell, which option displays the current limits?
What command removes all restrictions for process memory usage?
Why should passwords not expire too frequently?
Video/Demo
Time
2.7.1 Linux User Security and Restrictions
9:53
2.7.2 Configuring Linux Users Security and Restrictions
6:40
Total
16:33
Number of Exam Questions
5 questions
Total Time
About 25 minutes
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Section 2.8: Group Policy Overview
Summary
This section provides an overview of using Group Policy to apply multiple objects
within the Active Directory domain at one time. Concepts covered include:
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GPO Categories:
o Computer Configuration
o User Configuration
The role of GPOs
The order in which GPOs are applied
Students will learn how to:
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View the setting defined in a GPO.
Create a GPO.
Link a GPO to OUs.
Edit the settings of a GPO.
Import GPO settings.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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4.2 Carry out appropriate procedures to establish host security
o Operating system security and settings
5.2 Explain the fundamental concepts and best practices related to
authentication, authorization, and access control
o Access control
5.3 Implement appropriate security controls when performing account
management
o Mitigates issues associated with users with multiple accounts/roles
o Account policy enforcement
 Password complexity
 Expiration
 Recovery
 Length
 Disablement
 Lockout
o Group based privileges
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Implement Logical Access Controls in Terms of Subjects
o Requirements for access controls
1.2 Implement Logical Access Controls in Terms of Objects
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o Requirements for access controls
o Object groups
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Create, modify, and delete user profiles.
o Manage Windows Local Users and Groups
 Restrict use of local user accounts
o Restrict use of common access accounts
Lecture Focus Questions:
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When are user policies applied?
How do computer policies differ from user policies?
How do GPOs applied to an OU differ from GPOs applied to a domain?
What is the order in which GPOs are applied?
If a setting is undefined in one GPO and defined in another, which setting
is used?
If a setting is defined in two GPOs, which setting is applied?
Video/Demo
Time
2.8.1 Group Policy Overview
8:41
2.8.2 Viewing Group Policy
7:47
Total
16:28
Lab/Activity
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Create and Link a GPO
Number of Exam Questions
3 questions
Total Time
About 30 minutes
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Section 2.9: Hardening Authentication
Summary
This section discusses methods of hardening authentication. Basics discussed
include:
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Methods of authentication:
o Account lockout
o Account restrictions
o Account (password) policies
Considerations for controlling user account and password security
Students will learn how to:
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Control logical access by configuring user account and account lockout
policies.
Configure day/time restrictions, computer restrictions, and expiration dates
for user accounts.
Enable and disable user accounts.
Configure the password policy for a domain.
Using Group Policy Management, configure security settings such as
password policy settings to define requirements for user passwords.
Using Group Policy Management, configure user right assignments to
identify actions users can perform on a system.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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5.2 Explain the fundamental concepts and best practices related to
authentication, authorization, and access control
o Time of day restrictions
5.3 Implement appropriate security controls when performing account
management
o Account policy enforcement
 Password complexity
 Expiration
 Recovery
 Length
 Disablement
 Lockout
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Create, modify, and delete user profiles.
o Manage Windows Local Users and Groups
 Restrict use of local user accounts
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o Restrict use of common access accounts
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What characteristics on a Microsoft system typically define a complex
password?
What is the clipping level and how does it affect an account login?
What does the minimum password age setting prevent?
What is a drawback to account lockout for failed password attempts?
What are the advantages of a self-service password reset management
system?
Video/Demo
2.9.1 Hardening Authentication
2.9.2 Configuring User Account Restrictions l
Time
19:31
9:30
2.9.3 Configuring Account Policies and UAC Settings
14:18
2.9.4 Hardening User Accounts
10:20
2.9.5 Configuring Smart Card Authentication
Total
4:39
58:18
Lab/Activity
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Configure User Account Restrictions
Configure Account Policies
Restrict Local Accounts
Secure Default Accounts
Enforce User Account Control
Configure Smart Card Authentication
Number of Exam Questions
10 questions
Total Time
About 100 minutes
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Section 2.10: Remote Access
Summary
In this section students will learn about remote access. Concepts covered
include:
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The role of remote access.
Stages in the remote access process:
o Connection
o Authentication
o Authorization
o Accounting
Common AAA server solutions:
o Remote Authentication Dial-In User Server (RADIUS)
o Terminal Access Controller Access-Control System Plus
(TACACS+)
Considerations when comparing RADIUS vs. TACACS+
Students will learn how to:
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Configure a remote access server to accept remote access connections.
Control remote access authorization using network policies.
Configure ports on a VPN server to allow VPN connections.
Configure a VPN client connection.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.3 Distinguish and differentiate network design elements and compounds
o Remote Access
5.1 Explain the function and purpose of authentication services
o RADIUS
o TACACS
o TACACS+
o XTACACS
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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6.3 Understand remote access
o Technology (e.g., think client, SSL/VPN)
o Common vulnerabilities
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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1.2 Harden authentication
o Configure secure remote access.
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Lecture Focus Questions:
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How does EAP differ from CHAP or MS-CHAP?
What is the difference between authentication and authorization?
How does tunneling protect packets in transit through an unsecured
network?
What are examples of criteria used to restrict remote access?
Which remote server solution performs better and is considered more
secure?
What types of attacks are remote access servers vulnerable to?
Video/Demo
Time
2.10.1 Remote Access
8:43
2.10.3 RADIUS and TACACS+
6:51
Total
15:34
Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 40 minutes
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Section 2.11: Network Authentication
Summary
This section discusses using authentication too connect to a network and access
network resources. Concepts covered include:
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The process of a three-way handshake
Authentication methods used for network authentication:
o LAN Manager (LANMAN or LM)
o NT LAN Manager (NTLM)
o Kerberos
The role of Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP)
Authentication Modes that LDAP supports when binding to a directory
service:
o Anonymous
o Simple
o Simple Authentication and Security Layer (SASL)
Trusts
o One-way trust
o Two-way trust
Transitivity:
o Transitive trust
o Non-transitive trust
Transitive access attack
Students will learn how to:
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Edit Kerberos Policy settings using Group Policy Management.
Provide authentication backwards compatibility for pre-Windows 2000
clients using Group Policy.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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3.2 Analyze and differentiate among types of attacks
o Transitive access
5.1 Explain the function and purpose of authentication services
o Kerberos
o LDAP
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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1.2 Harden authentication
o Implement centralized authentication
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Lecture Focus Questions:
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Using a challenge/response process, what information is exchanged over
the network during logon? How does this provide security for logon
credentials?
What is the difference between authentication with LAN Manager and NT
LAN Manager?
What security vulnerabilities should an administrator be aware of when
using Kerberos for authentication?
What two entities are combined to make up the KDC?
Why does Kerberos require clock synchronization between devices?
What does transitivity define?
How is a non-transitive trust relationship established between domains?
Video/Demo
Time
2.11.1 Network Authentication Protocols
14:09
2.11.2 Network Authentication via LDAP
10:30
2.11.4 Controlling the Authentication Method
3:51
2.11.6 Browsing a Directory Tree via LDAP
6:38
2.11.7 Trusts and Transitive Access
5:33
Total
40:41
Lab/Activity
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Configure Kerberos Policy Settings
Number of Exam Questions
12 questions
Total Time
About 65 minutes
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Section 2.12: Identity Management
Summary
This section discusses the role of Identity Management (IDM). Details include:
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The role of Identity Management IDM
Advantages of IDM
Terms:
o Identity Vault
o Identity Management Service
o Automated Provisioning
o Automated Maintenance
o Automated De-provisioning
o Automated Maintenance
o Password Synchronization
o Entitlement
o Authoritative Source
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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1.6 Implement identity management
o Provisioning
o Maintenance
o Entitlement
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What are the advantages of implementing IDM? Disadvantages?
What is the significance of the authoritative source of an item?
What does entitlement define?
What is automated provisioning?
Video/Demo
2.12.1 Identity Management
Time
16:31
Number of Exam Questions
2 questions
Total Time
About 20 minutes
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Section 3.1: Cryptography
Summary
In this section students will learn the basics of cryptography. Concepts covered in
this section include:
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Terms related to cryptography:
o Plain text
o Cipher text
o Cryptographer
o Cryptanalysis
o Cryptosystem
o Cryptology
o Key
o Algorithm
o Encryption
o Decryption
o Steganography
o Quantum cryptography
o Initialization vector
o Transposition Cipher
o Substitution Cipher
Attack Types:
o Brute Force Attacks
o Plaintext Attacks
o Analytic
o Weakness Exploitation Attacks
o Encryption attacks
o Man-in-the-middle attack
Countermeasures to strengthen the cryptosystem
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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4.3 Explain the importance of data security
o Hardware based encryption devices
 TPM
 HSM
 USB encryption
 Hard drive
6.1 Summarize general cryptography concepts
o Non-repudiation
o Steganography
o Digital signatures
o Use of proven technologies
o Elliptic curve and quantum cryptography
6.2 Use and apply appropriate cryptographic tools and products
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o One-time-pads
6.3 Explain the core concepts of public key infrastructure
o Certificate authorities and digital certificates
 CA
 CRLs
 PKI
 Recovery agent
 Public key
 Private key
 Registration
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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5.1 Understand basic concepts of Cryptography (e.g., hashing, encryption
mechanisms, performance)
5.2 Understand Requirements for Cryptography (e.g., data sensitivity,
regulatory requirements, end-user training)
5.3 Support Certificate and Key Management
o Understand basic key management concepts (e.g., public key
infrastructure)
 Certificate authorities and digital certificates
 Administration and validation (e.g., key creation, exchange,
revocation, escrow)
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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1.3 Manage Certificates
o Approve, deny, and revoke certificate requests
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What is a legitimate use for cryptanalysis?
How is the strength of a cryptosystem related to the length of the key?
Which of the following is typically kept secret, the encryption algorithm or
the key (or both)?
What is the difference between a transposition cipher and a substitution
cipher?
What is a legitimate use of steganography?
What methods are used in a brute force attack?
What is the difference between a Registration Authority and a Certificate
Authority?
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Video/Demo
3.1.1 Cryptography Concepts
3.1.3 Cryptography Attacks
Total
Time
4:29
17:47
22:16
Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 45 minutes
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Section 3.2: Hashing
Summary
This section examines using hashing to ensure the data integrity of files and
messages in transit. Concepts covered include:
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The role of hashing
Predominate hashing algorithms:
o MD5
o SHA-1
o RIPEMD
Uses of hashing:
o File integrity
o Secure logon credential exchange
Considerations regarding hashes
Students will learn how to:
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Generate a hash value for a file.
Compare hash values to verify message integrity.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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6.1 Summarize general cryptography concepts
o Hashing
6.2 Use and apply appropriate cryptographic tools and products
o MD5
o SHA
o RIPEMD
SSCP exam objectives:
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5.1 Understand basic concepts of Cryptography (e.g., hashing, encryption
mechanisms, performance)
o Install and maintain cryptographic systems
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What security goal or function is provided by hashes?
Why doesn't a hash provide message encryption?
When comparing MD5 and SHA-1, which method provides greater
security? Why?
What is a collision and why is this condition undesirable in a hashing
algorithm?
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Why is high amplification an indicator of a good hashing algorithm?
Video/Demo
3.2.1 Hashing
3.2.3 Using Hashes
Total
Time
11:31
7:43
19:14
Number of Exam Questions
12 questions
Total Time
About 35 minutes
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Section 3.3: Symmetric Encryption
Summary
This section examines using symmetric encryption to encrypt and decrypt data.
Concepts covered include:
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Symmetric encryption uses two algorithm types:
o Block ciphers
o Stream ciphers
Common symmetric cryptography methods include:
o Ron’s Cipher v2 or Ron’s Code v2 (RC2)
o Ron’s Cipher v5 or Ron’s Code v5 (RC5)
o International Data Encryption Algorithm (IDEA)
o Data Encryption Standard (DES)
o Triple DES (3DES)
o Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)
o Blowfish
o Twofish
o SkipJack
The role of Hashed Keyed Message Authentication Code (HMAC)
Students will learn how to:
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Perform a brute force analysis of encrypted data to recover original data.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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6.1 Summarize general cryptography concepts
o Symmetric vs. asymmetric
o Fundamental differences and encryption methods
6.2 Use and apply appropriate cryptographic tools and products
o MD5
o AES
o DES
o 3DES
o HMAC
o RC4
o Blowfish
o TwoFish
o RIPEMD
SSCP exam objectives:
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5.1 Understand basic concepts of Cryptography (e.g., hashing, encryption
mechanisms, performance)
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Lecture Focus Questions:
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A user needs to communicate securely with 5 other users using symmetric
key encryption. How many keys are required?
How are symmetric keys typically exchanged between communication
partners?
What is an advantage of increasing the number of bits in the key? What is
a disadvantage?
Why are symmetric key stream ciphers considered to be slower than
symmetric key block ciphers?
Considering symmetric key stream ciphers and block ciphers, which would
you select to process large amounts of data? Why?
How does 3DES differ from DES?
Video/Demo
Time
3.3.1 Symmetric Encryption
5:27
3.3.2 HMAC
6:13
3.3.4 Cracking a Symmetric Encryption Key
4:11
Total
15:51
Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 40 minutes
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Section 3.4: Asymmetric Encryption
Summary
This section discusses using asymmetric encryption to encrypt and decrypt data.
Details include:
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The role of the public and private key
Management considerations in implementing asymmetric key
cryptography
Asymmetric key encryption is used for:
o Data encryption
o Digital signing
o Key exchange
Common asymmetric key cryptography systems:
o Diffie-Hellman Key Exchange
o ELGamal
o Elliptic Curve Cryptographyi (ECC)
o Merkle-Hellman Knapsack
o Rivest, Shamir,Adelman (RSA)
The role of a hybrid cryptography system
Protocols used by asymmetric encryption:
SSL/TLS
IPSec
VPNs (PPTP, L2TP, SSTP)
S/MIME and PGP for e-mail security
SSH tunnels
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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o Symmetric vs. asymmetric
o Non-repudiation
o Digital signatures
o Use of proven technologies
o Elliptic curve and quantum cryptography
6.2 Use and apply appropriate cryptographic tools and products
o RSA
6.3 Explain the core concepts of public key infrastructure
o Public key
o Private key
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Lecture Focus Questions:
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How do public keys differ from private keys? What is the relationship
between the two?
For which type of environment is asymmetric cryptography best suited?
Why does asymmetric encryption require fewer keys than symmetric
encryption?
What services are provided by the cryptographic service provider (CSP)?
What is the main use for the Diffie-Hellman protocol?
Video/Demo
3.4.1 Asymmetric Encryption
Time
8:56
Number of Exam Questions
11 questions
Total Time
About 25 minutes
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Section 3.5: Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
Summary
This section examines using a public key infrastructure (PKI) to issue and
manage certificates. Details include:
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The role of a digital certificate
Process used to request, issue, and manage certificates
Example of using SSL and certificates to secure Web transactions
Terms to be familiar with:
o Certificate Authority (CA)
o Subordinate Certificate Authority
o Certificate Practice Statement (CPS)
o Cryptographic Service Provider (CSP)
o Online Certificate Status Protocol (OCSP)
o Certificate Revocation List (CRL)
o CRL Distribution Point (CDP)
o Registration Authority (RA)
o X.509
o Enrollment agent
o Authority Information Access (AIA)
A summary of the certificate lifecycle
Certificate management areas:
o Key protection
o Certificate validation
o Key archival
o Key escrow
o Certificate revocation
o Crypto period
o Certificate renewal
o Key disposal
Considerations when managing a public key infrastructure (PKI):
o PKI hierarchy
o Cross certification
o Dual key pairs
Students will learn how to:
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Manage certificates by requesting, approving, and installing certificates.
Revoke a certificate and publish it to the CRL.
Create and configure a subordinate CA.
Manage certificate templates by deploying certificates for different
purposes.
Create and issue custom certificate templates.
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Security+ Exam Objectives:
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6.4 Implement PKI, certificate management, and associated components
o Certificate authorities and digital certificates
 CA
 CRLs
o PKI
o Recovery agent
o Public key
o Private key
o Registration
o Key escrow
o Trust models
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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5.3 Support Certificate and Key Management
o Understand basic key management concepts (e.g., public key
infrastructure)
 Certificate authorities and digital certificates
 Administration and validation (e.g., key creation, exchange,
revocation, escrow)
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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1.3 Manage Certificates
o Approve, deny, and revoke certificate requests
Lecture Focus Questions:
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Who authorizes subordinate CAs? Why is this important?
What does the issuance policy on a CA control?
How does a client verify the information in an SSL certificate to determine
if it trusts the certificate?
What is the difference between a CSP and a CPS?
What is the role of the Registration Authority (RA)?
What is the difference between key archival and key escrow?
How are revoked certificates identified? Under what circumstances would
a certificate be revoked?
What security advantage do dual key pairs provide?
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Video/Demo
3.5.1 Certificates
Time
11:02
3.5.2 Managing Certificates
8:43
3.5.5 CA Implementation
5:17
3.5.6 Configuring a Subordinate CA
8:29
Total
35:27
Lab/Activity
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Manage Certificates
Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 65 minutes
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Section 3.6: Cryptographic Implementations
Summary
In this section students will learn the basics of implementing cryptography.
Concepts covered include:
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Implementations of cryptography:
o File system encryption
o Digital signatures
o Digital envelope
o Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
o Hardware Security Modules (HSM)
How technologies are implemented in LAN-and Web-based environments:
o Secure Electronic Transaction (SET)
o Secure Sockets Layers (SSL)
o Transport Layer Security (TLS)
o Secure Hyper Text Transport Protocol (S-HTTP)
o Hyper Text Transport Protocol Secure (HTTPS)
o Secure Shell (SSH)
o Internet Protocol Security (IPSec)
Encryption technologies implemented to secure e-mail messages:
o Privacy Enhanced Mail (PEM)
o Pretty Good Privacy (PGP)
o Secure Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions (S/MIME)
o Message Security Protocol (MSP)
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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4.3 Explain the importance of data security
o Data encryption
 Full disk
 Individual files
o Hardware based encryption devices
 TPM
 HSM
6.2 Use and apply appropriate cryptographic tools and products
o PGP/GPG
o Whole disk encryption
o Use of algorithms with transport encryption
o SSL
o TLS
o IPSec
o SSH
o HTTPS
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SSCP Exam Objectives:
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5.4 Understand the use of Secure Protocols (e.g., difference in
implementation, appropriate use)
o Support the implementation of secure protocols (e.g., IPSec,
SSL/TLS, S/MIME)
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What are the advantages of asymmetric over symmetric encryption? What
are the disadvantages?
How are asymmetric encryption and hashing combined to create digital
signatures?
What is the difference between digital signatures and digital envelopes?
How does the protection offered by BitLocker differ from EFS?
How does S-HTTP differ from HTTPS? Which is more secure?
Which types of traffic can SSL protect?
Video/Demo
3.6.1 Combining Cryptographic Methods
3.6.2 Hardware Based Encryption Devices
Total
Time
10:30
7:12
18:42
Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 40 minutes
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Section 4.1: Security Policies
Summary
This section discusses using security policies to define the overall security
outlook for an organization. Details include:
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Types of documents used to create security policies:
o Regulation
o Procedure
o Baseline
o Guideline
Elements of security planning
Due care and due diligence
Types of security policy documents:
o Acceptable use
o Authorized access
o Change and configuration management
o Code escrow agreement
o Code of ethics
o Human resource policies
o Organizational security policy
o Password
o Privacy
o Resource allocation
o Service Level Agreement (SLA)
o User education and awareness training
o User management
The role of security management
Components of operational security that help to establish defense and
depth:
o Change management
o Employee management
o Security awareness
o Physical security
Common information classification levels:
o Public with full distribution
o Public with limited distribution
o Private internal
o Private restricted
Government and military classifications:
o Unclassified
o Sensitive but unclassified
o Confidential
o Secret
o Top secret
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Methods of disposing media to prevent data recovery:
o Shredding/Burning
o Partitioning/Formatting/Degaussing
o Wiping a Hard Drive
o Destruction
Milestones to develop a manageable network plan:
o Prepare to Document
o Map the Network
o Protect Your Network (Network Architecture)
o Reach Your Network (Device Accessibility)
o Control Your network (User Access)
o Manage Your Network Part I (Patch Management)
o Manage Your Network Part II (Baseline Management)
o Document Your Network
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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2.1 Explain risk related concepts
o Importance of policies in reducing risk
 Privacy policy
 Acceptable use
 Security policy
 Mandatory vacations
 Job rotation
 Separation of duties
 Least privilege
2.2 Carry out appropriate risk mitigation strategies
o Change management
2.4 Explain the importance of security related awareness and training
o Security policy training and procedures
o Personally identifiable information
o Information classification: Sensitivity of data (hard or soft)
o Data labeling, handling, and disposal
o Compliance with laws, best practices, and standards
o User habits
o Password behaviors
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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2.2 Perform Security Administrative Duties
o Maintain adherence to security policies, baselines, standards, and
procedures
o Validate security controls
o Data classification (e.g., control, handling, categorization)
o Asset Management (e.g., hardware, software, data)
o Develop and maintain systems and security control documentation
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2.3 Perform Change Management Duties
o Assist with the implementation of Configuration Management Plan
o Understand the impact of changes to the environment
2.4 Provide security evaluation and assistance to the organization (e.g.,
product evaluation, data flow management)
o Support certification and accreditation (i.e., security authorization)
2.5 Participate in Security Awareness Education
2.8 Comply with data management policies (e.g., storage media [paper or
electronic], transmission archiving, retention requirements, destruction,
duplication, data lost prevention, social network usage, information rights
management [IRM])
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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2.1 Promote Information Security Awareness
o Support certification and accreditation (i.e., security authorization)
o Exchanging content between Home and Work
o Storing of Personal Information on the Internet
o Using Social Networking Sites
o Password Management
o Information Security
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What is the difference between a regulation and a guideline?
What are the main reasons for implementing security policies within an
organization?
How is due diligence different than due process?
How can a code escrow agreement provide security for an organization?
When a new security plan is distributed, why is it important to destroy all
copies of the old version?
What are the characteristics of a strong password policy?
How is the government's secret classification different than the top secret
classification?
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Video/Demo
Time
4.1.1 Security Policies
7:23
4.1.2 Data Privacy Laws
9:42
4.1.6 Information Classification
5:40
4.1.7 Wiping a Hard Drive
12:58
4.1.9 Manageable Network Plan
16:49
4.1.10 Manageable Network Plan 2
14:05
Total
66:37
Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 100 minutes
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Section 4.2: Business Continuity
Summary
This section provides basic information about the activities that will ensure
business continuity. Concepts covered include:
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Plans pertaining to business continuity include:
o Business Continuity Plan (BCP)
o Business Impact Analysis (BIA)
o Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP)
Considerations when creating the disaster recovery and business
continuity plans
The role of succession planning
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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2.5 Compare and contrast aspects of business continuity
o Business impact analysis
o Removing single points of failure
o Business continuity planning and testing
o Continuity of operations
o Disaster recovery
o IT contingency planning
o Succession planning
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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4.4 Understand and Support Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and Disaster
Recovery Plan (DRP)
o Understand the Components of a Business Continuity Plan (BCP)
o Understand and support Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP)
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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2.2 Evaluate Information Risk
o Perform Risk calculation
o Risk avoidance, transference, acceptance, mitigation, and
deterrence
Lecture Focus Questions:
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When is the best time to start planning for disaster recovery?
How is the Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) related to the Business
Continuity Plan (BCP)?
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What is the top priority when planning for a disaster?
How does a Business Impact Analysis (BIA) help to improve the security
of an organization?
In addition to planning for how to keep operations going in the event of an
incident, what else should a disaster recovery plan include?
How does succession planning differ from replacement planning?
Video/Demo
Time
4.2.1 Business Continuity
2:39
4.2.2 Succession Planning
5:23
Total
8:02
Number of Exam Questions
6 questions
Total Time
About 20 minutes
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Section 4.3: Risk Management
Summary
In this section students will learn about using risk management to reduce risk for
an organization. Concepts covered include:
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Terms related to risk analysis:
o Asset
o Threat
o Vulnerability
o Threat agent
o Attack
o Countermeasure
o Exposure
o Loss
o Risk
o Residual risk
Processes involved in risk management:
o Asset identification
o Threat identification
o Risk assessment
o Risk response
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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2.1 Explain risk related concepts
o Control types
 Technical
 Management
 Operational
o Risk calculation
 Likelihood
 ALE
 Impact
o Quantitative vs. qualitative
o Risk-avoidance, transference, acceptance, mitigation, deterrence
2.2 Carry out appropriate risk mitigation strategies
o Implement security controls based on risk
o Implement policies and procedures to prevent data loss or theft
3.7 Implement assessment tools and techniques to discover security
threats and vulnerabilities
o Risk calculations
 Threat vs. likelihood
o Assessment types
 Risk
 Threat
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Vulnerability
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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4.1 Understand Risk Management Process
o Understand risk management concepts (e.g., impacts, threats,
vulnerabilities)
o Participate in risk assessment
o Support mitigation activity (e.g., safeguards, countermeasures)
o Address audit findings
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What kinds of components are tangible assets?
How can an asset have both a tangible and intangible value?
Why is determining the value of an asset important to an organization?
How is quantitative analysis different than qualitative analysis?
Which components are used to measure risk quantitatively?
What method is typically deployed in risk transference?
Why is risk rejection not a wise risk response?
Video/Demo
Time
4.3.1 Risk Management
4:04
4.3.2 Security Controls
3:21
Total
7:25
Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 30 minutes
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Section 4.4: Incident Response
Summary
This section discusses strategies for responding to an incident during and after
the incident. Concepts covered include:
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What is a security incident?
Incident response plans
Actions to take after an incident has been discovered
Responding to a security incident:
o Short-term (triage) actions
o Mid-term (action/reaction) actions
o Long-term (follow up) actions
The role of the first responder
The elements of incident response
Considerations when responding to a security incident
Ways investigations can be performed for computer systems:
o Live analysis
o Dead analysis
Procedures for collecting and analyzing computer evidence
Report the findings following the analysis
Students will learn how to:
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Gather and authenticate forensic information from a system using a
computer forensic tool.
Analyze and record forensic evidence.
View and build a case using the forensic evidence that has been gathered.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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2.3 Execute appropriate incident response procedures
o Basic forensic procedures
 Order of volatility
 Capture system image
 Capture video
 Network traffic and logs
 Record time offset
 Take hashes
 Screenshots
 Witnesses
 Track man hours and expense
o Damage and loss control
o Chain of custody
o Incident response: first responder
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SSCP Exam Objectives:
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4.3 Participate in incident handling analysis
o Understand the concepts of incident handling (e.g., discovery,
escalation, reporting)
o Understand the concept of forensic investigations (e.g., first
responder, evidence handling, chain of custody, preservation of
scene)
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What actions should take place when an incident occurs?
What types of things would a computer forensic investigator want to
analyze if he selected a live analysis over a dead analysis?
What methods can be used to save the contents of memory as part of a
forensic investigation?
How should you ensure the integrity of collected digital evidence?
Why is chain of custody so important with forensic investigations?
Video/Demo
4.4.1 First Responder
4.4.2 Basic Forensic Procedures
4.4.4 Using Forensic Tools
Total
Time
7:17
18:31
6:17
32:05
Number of Exam Questions
10 questions
Total Time
About 50 minutes
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Section 4.5: Social Engineering
Summary
This section examines details about social engineering. Concepts covered
include:
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Forms of social engineering:
o Passive
o Active
Types of social engineering attacks:
o Persuasive
o Reciprocity
o Social validation
o Commitment
o Scarcity
o Friendship
o Authority
Social engineering attacks:
o Shoulder surfing
o Eavesdropping
o Dumpster diving
o Tailgating and Piggybacking
o Masquerading
o Phishing
o Spear phishing
o Caller ID spoofing
o Hoax e-mails
o Spyware/Adware
o Pretexting
Employee awareness training is the most effective countermeasure for
social engineering
Students will learn how to:
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Identify and ignore e-mail hoaxes to protect system resources.
Train users to identify phishing scams by mousing over links, verifying the
URL, and verifying HTTPS.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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o User habits
 Prevent tailgating
3.2 Analyze and differentiate among types of attacks
o Phishing
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o Vishing
o Spear phishing
3.3 Analyze and differentiate among types of social engineering attacks
o Shoulder surfing
o Dumpster diving
o Tailgating
o Impersonation
o Hoaxes
o Whaling
o Vishing
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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7.3 Identify Malicious Activity (e.g., social engineering, insider threat, data
theft, DDoS, spoofing, phishing, pharming, spam)
o Understand malicious web activity (e.g., cross site scripting, cross
site request forgery, injection, social networking attacks)
Lecture Focus Questions:
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How is passive social engineering different than active social engineering?
What methods do attackers use to make an interaction appear legitimate?
How is employee awareness training the most effective countermeasure
for social engineering?
What specific countermeasures should be implemented to mitigate social
engineering?
How is tailgating different than piggybacking?
How does using bookmarks instead of e-mail links improve security?
Video/Demo
Time
4.5.1 Social Engineering
4:39
4.5.2 Phishing Variations
13:04
4.5.4 Investigating Social Engineering Attack
Total
9:45
27:28
Lab/Activity
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Respond to Social Engineering
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Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 55 minutes
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Section 4.6: Certification and Accreditation
Summary
This section examines using certification and accreditation to provide security.
Concepts covered include:
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Security kernel
Methods to determine levels of access:
o Token
o Security label
o Capabilities list
Methods used by secure operating systems to provide security:
o Ring architecture
o Security perimeter
o Confinement
o Bounds
o Isolation
o Layering
o Abstraction
o Hiding
o Classification
o Target of Evaluation (TOE)
o Virtual machine
Main modes of security used in a Protection Profile (PP):
o Dedicated Security
o System High
o Compartmentalized
o Multilevel Secure
Concepts associated with the quality assurance process are:
o The Target of Evaluation (TOE)
o Security Target (ST)
o Security Assurance Requirements (SARs)
o Designated Approval authority (DAA)
o Evaluation Assurance Level (EAL)
 No Assurance (EAL0)
 Functionally Tested (EAL1)
 Structurally Tested (EAL2)
 Methodically Tested and Checked (EAL3)
 Methodically Designed, Tested and Reviewed (EAL4)
 Semi-formally Designed and Tested (EAL5)
 Semi-formally Verified Design and Tested (EAL6)
 Formally Verified Design and Tested (EAL7)
o Considerations regarding EAL levels
o Levels of approval:
 Acceptance
 Certification
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Accreditation
Assurance
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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2.4 Provide security evaluation and assistance to the organization (e.g.,
product evaluation, data flow management)
o Support certification and accreditation (i.e., security authorization)
SSCP exam objectives:
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5.2 Explain the fundamental concepts and best practices related to
authentication, authorization, and access control
o Trusted OS
Lecture Focus Questions:
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Which methods does a reference monitor use to determine levels of
access?
Where is the reference monitor in relation to the security perimeter?
How does layering provide security to an operating system?
In a layered system, where does the operating system function?
How does commercial classification labeling differ from military?
How does acceptance differ from certification and accreditation?
Video/Demo
4.6.1 Trusted Computing
4.6.2 Certification and Accreditation
Total
Time
10:01
5:20
15:21
Number of Exam Questions
12 questions
Total Time
About 40 minutes
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Section 4.7: Development
Summary
In this section students will learn about the System Development Life Cycle
(SDLC). SDLC is a systematic method for used for software development and
implementation of system and security projects. Concepts covered include:
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Phases of the SDLC:
o Project initiation
o Functional design
o System Design
o Development and coding
o Installation and implementation
o Release
o Operations and maintenance
o End of life
Change control
Standardized models that developers use when developing new software
are:
o Ad-hoc
o Waterfall planning
o Structured programming
o Prototype
o Object-oriented programming
o Spiral
o Clean room
o Extreme programming
o Computer-Aided Software Engineering (CASE)
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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4.1 Explain the importance of application security
o Secure coding concepts
 Error and exception handling
 Input validation
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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2.4 Provide security evaluation and assistance to the organization (e.g.,
product evaluation, data flow management)
o Support certification and accreditation (i.e., security authorization)
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Lecture Focus Questions:
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How does the spiral model combine the waterfall model and the prototype
model?
How should security be employed in the different stages of development?
What does functional design entail?
When is change control necessary?
What are the responsibilities of developers after a product is released?
Video/Demo
Time
4.7.1 System Development Life Cycle
8:40
4.7.2 System Development Life Cycle 2
7:49
Total
16:29
Number of Exam Questions
7 questions
Total Time
About 35 minutes
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Section 4.8: Employee Management
Summary
This section discusses strategies for managing employees. Details covered
include:
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The role of employee management
Principles that should be part of employee management decisions:
o Least privilege
o Separation of duties
o Two-man control
Common employee-related security vulnerabilities:
o Fraud
o Collusion
Employee security process:
o Pre-employment
o Employment
o Termination
Security awareness includes:
o Security training
o Security retraining
o Random security audits
Employee agreement documents:
o Non-disclosure agreement (NDA)
o Non-compete agreement
o Ownership of materials agreement
o Data handling and classification policy
o Clean desk policy
o Acceptable use agreement
o Password security policy
o Employee monitoring agreement
o Exit interview cooperation agreement
First day of employment documents:
o Security policy
o Employee Handbook
o Job description
Ethics
Code of ethics
Components of code of ethics:
o Values
o Principles
o Management Support
o Personal Responsibility
o Compliance
The (ISC)2 Code of Ethics canons include:
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o Protect society, the common wealth, and the infrastructure (do no
harm),
o Act honorably, honestly, justly, responsibly, and legally (be a good
person).
o Provide diligent and competent service to the principles (be a good
CISSP).
o Advance and protect the security profession.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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2.1 Explain risk related concepts
o Importance of policies in reducing risk
 Privacy policy
 Acceptable use
 Security policy
2.4 Explain the importance of security related awareness and training
o Data labeling, handling, and disposal
o Compliance with laws, best practices, and standards
o User habits
 Password behaviors
 Data handling
 Clean desk policies
 Prevent tailgating
 Personally owned devices
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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2.1 Adhere to Code of Ethics
o Understand and comply with (ISC)2 code of ethics
o Understand and comply with the organizational code of ethics
2.2 Perform Security Administrative Duties
o Maintain adherence to security policies, baselines, standards, and
procedures
o Validate security controls
Lecture Focus Questions:
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How can pre-employment processing improve the security of an
organization?
What is the role of the policy handbook regarding security?
What guidelines must be considered when monitoring employees?
Why should employees be required to sign employment agreements?
How are separation of duties and two-man control different?
How can collusion be avoided?
What is the importance of a clear job description?
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Video/Demo
4.8.1 Employment Practices
Time
13:45
Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 40 minutes
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Section 5.1: Physical Security
Summary
This section provides information about physical security. Concepts covered
include:
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Factors for physical security:
o Prevention
o Detection
o Recovery
Important aspects of physical security
Physical control measures:
o Perimeter barriers
o Closed-circuit television (CCTV)
o Doors
o Door locks
o Physical access logs
o Physical access controls
The sequence of physical security:
o Deter initial access attempts
o Deny direct physical access
o Detect the intrusion
o Delay the violator to allow for response
Implementing a layered defense system
Tailgating and piggybacking
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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3.6 Analyze and differentiate among types of mitigation and deterrent
techniques
o Physical security
 Hardware locks
 Mantraps
 Video surveillance
 Fencing
 Proximity readers
 Access list
o Detection controls vs. prevention controls
 Camera vs. guard
5.2 Explain the fundamental concepts and best practices related to
authentication, authorization, and access control
o Biometrics
o Common access card
o Personal identification verification card
o Smart card
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SSCP Exam Objectives:
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4.2 Perform Security Assessment Activities
o Review security configurations of infrastructure
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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3.1 Harden Data Center Physical Access
o Implement Access Rosters
o Utilize Visitor Identification and control
o Protect Doors and Windows
o Implement Physical Intrusion Detection Systems
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What types of physical controls can be implemented to protect the
perimeter of a building?
What is the difference between a mantrap and a double entry door?
What types of doors are effective deterrents to piggybacking?
How does an anti-passback system work?
What types of devices are best suited for interior motion detection?
Perimeter motion detection?
How do physical access logs help to increase the security of a facility?
Video/Demo
5.1.1 Physical Security
5.1.2 Tailgating and Piggybacking
Total
Time
18:39
3:28
22:07
Lab/Activity
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Implement Physical Security
Number of Exam Questions
13 questions
Total Time
About 50 minutes
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Section 5.2: Hardware Security
Summary
This section examines the following general hardware security guidelines:
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Checkout policy
Room security
Hardware locks
Backup Storage
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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2.2 Carry out appropriate risk mitigation strategies
o Implement policies and procedures to prevent data loss or theft
3.6 Analyze and differentiate among types of mitigation and deterrent
techniques.
o Physical security
 Hardware locks
4.2 Carry out appropriate procedures to establish host security.
o Hardware security
 Cable locks
 Safe
 Locking cabinets
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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2.2 Perform Security Administrative Duties
o Maintain adherence to security policies, baselines, standards, and
procedures
o Validate security controls
o Develop and maintain systems and security control documentation
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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3.1 Harden Data Center Physical Access
o Utilize Visitor Identification and control
o Protect Doors and Windows
o Implement Physical Intrusion Detection Systems
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Lecture Focus Questions:
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How can you protect computers that are placed in cubicles?
What are the security guidelines you should implement to protect servers
in your organization?
How can you ensure that the memory and hard disks cannot be removed
from a computer that is bolted to a desk?
What types of details should a hardware checkout policy include?
Video/Demo
Time
5.2.1 Hardware Security Guidelines
7:50
5.2.2 Breaking into a System
7:30
Total
15:20
Number of Exam Questions
2 questions
Total Time
About 20 minutes
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Section 5.3: Environmental Controls
Summary
This section discusses how environmental controls can be implemented to
protect computer systems. Details covered include:
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Power conditions to be aware of:
o Surge/Spike
o Sag/Dip
o Brownout
o Blackout
o Fault
o Transient
Recommendations for preventing or correcting infrastructure problems for:
o HVAC system
o AC power
o Water and gas
Interference:
o Electro-magnetic interference (EMI)
o Radio Frequency interference (RFI)
Shielding
Recommendations for the location of the data center
Environmental monitoring:
o Temperature
o Air flow
o Humidity
Using hot and cold aisles with server rooms to reduce the temperature of
server rooms.
Elements required for fire:
o Fuel
o Heat
o Oxygen
o Chemical reaction between oxygen and the fuel
Primary fire-suppression systems:
o Portable
o Fixed
Extinguishing agents used to suppress fire:
o Water
o Gas that displaces oxygen
o Dry chemicals such as sodium bicarbonate, wet chemicals and
foam used to extinguish fuel from burning
US fire classes and suppressant types
Considerations when responding to fire emergencies
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Security+ Exam Objectives:
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2.6 Explain the impact and proper use of environmental controls
o HVAC
o Fire suppression
o EMI shielding
o Hot and cold aisles
o Environmental monitoring
o Temperature and humidity controls
o Video monitoring
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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2.4 Perform Change Management Duties
o Understand the impact of changes to the environment
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What temperature range protects equipment from overheating?
What is a good HVAC practice to help prevent electrostatic discharge?
What is the difference between a positive pressure system and a negative
pressure system? Which is the best to use in a server room?
What is the difference between a sag and a brownout?
How does a deluge sprinkler function differently than a wet pipe system?
What should you do first in the event of a fire?
When using a portable fire extinguisher, it is recommended that you use
the PASS system to administer the fire suppressant. How does the PASS
system work?
What is the recommended range for extinguishing a small fire using a fire
extinguisher?
What are the advantages of using a gas as a fire suppressant?
Disadvantages?
Video/Demo
5.3.1 Environmental Controls
5.3.2 Environmental Monitoring
5.3.3 Hot and Cold Aisles
Total
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Number of Exam Questions
11 questions
Total Time
About 45 minutes
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Section 5.4: Mobile Devices
Summary
In this section students will explore securing mobile devices. Details about the
following concepts will be covered:
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Mobile devices include:
o Smartphones
o Laptops
o PC tablets
o PDAs
o Other small handheld computing devices
Considerations for mobile devices:
o Request process
o Acceptable Use
o Personal Identification Number (PIN)
o Lockout or screen lock
o Encryption
o Remote wipe
o Reporting system
o Global Positioning System (GPS)
Train employees on security considerations
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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4.2 Carry out appropriate procedures to establish host security
o Mobile devices
 Screen lock
 Strong password
 Device encryption
 Remote wipe/sanitation
 Voice encryption
 GPS tracking
4.3 Explain the importance of data security
o Data encryption
 Mobile devices
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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2.7 Understand the concepts of endpoint device security (e.g.,
virtualization, thin clients, thick clients, USB devices, mobile devices)
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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2.1 Promote Information Security Awareness
o Traveling with Personal Mobile Devices
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Exchanging content between Home and Work
Password Management
Photo/GPS Integration
Information Security
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What types of electronic devices are considered part of the mobile devices
group?
How do you unlock a mobile device after it has gone into lockout?
Under what conditions would you consider using remote wipe on a mobile
device?
What mobile device feature can display its current location if lost or
stolen?
What security technique ensures data confidentiality if a mobile device is
lost or stolen?
Video/Demo
5.4.1 Mobile Device Security
5.4.2 Securing Mobile Devices
Total
Time
7:33
10:20
17:53
Lab/Activity
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Secure an iPad
Number of Exam Questions
3 questions
Total Time
About 30 minutes
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Section 5.5: Telephony
Summary
In this section students will learn the basics of telephony, the transmission of
voice communication. Concepts covered include:
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Implementations of voice communications:
o Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN)
o Voice over IP (VoIP)
VoIP terms:
o Convergence
o H.323
o IPT (Internet Protocol Telephony)
o Real Time protocol (RTP)
o Session Initiation Protocol (SIP)
o Service Delivery Platform (SDP)
o Media stream
o Softswitch
o Voice gateway
Common exploitation attacks:
o Cramming
o Slamming
o War dialing
o Denial of Service (DoS)
o Cross-site Scripting (XSS)
o Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Common cell phone exploitation attacks:
o Cloning
o Sniffing
o Tumbling
Considerations when managing telephony solutions
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.3 Distinguish and differentiate network design elements and compounds
o Telephony
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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6.2 Understand Telecommunications
o Technology (e.g., VoIP, facsimile, PSTN)
o Common Vulnerabilities
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Lecture Focus Questions:
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What methods can be used to send digital data through Plain Old
Telephone System (POTS) lines?
What are common threats to a PBX system? How do you secure the
PBX?
What types of security issues must be considered when using VoIP?
What is the difference between cramming and slamming?
What countermeasures protect against war dialing?
What is the function of the SIP protocol?
How can VLANs increase network security on systems with VoIP
implemented?
Video/Demo
5.5.1 Telephony
Time
15:00
Number of Exam Questions
4 questions
Total Time
About 25 minutes
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Section 6.1: Networking Review
Summary
This section reviews elements of networking design. Details covered include:
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Open System Interconnection (OSI) model layers
o Application (Layer 7)
o Presentation (Layer 6)
o Session (Layer 5)
o Transport (Layer 4)
o Network (Layer 3)
o Data Link (Layer 2)
o Physical (Layer 1)
IP Addresses
o IPv4 address is a 32-bit binary number between 0 and 255
 Converting binary to decimal and vice versa
 Subnet mask
 IPv4 classes
o IPv6 address is a 128-bit binary number
 Prefix
 Interface ID
The role of subnetting
Custom subnet masks
Major protocols:
o Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
o User Datagram Protocol (UDP)
o Internet Protocol (IP)
o Internetwork Packet Exchange (IPX)
o Network Basic Input/Output System (NetBIOS)
o Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP)
o Address Resolution Protocol (ARP)
o Domain Name System (DNS)
o Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
The role of ports
Internet Corporation for Assigning Names and Numbers (ICANN)
categories for ports:
o Well-known
o Registered
o Dynamic
Considerations regarding ports
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Students will learn how to:
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Configure IPv6
Configure subnetting
Analyze a TCP three-way handshake
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.3 Distinguish and differentiate network design elements and compounds
o Subnetting
1.4 Implement and use common protocols
o IPv4 vs. IPv6
1.5 Identify commonly used default network ports
o FTP
o SFTP
o FTPS
o TFTP
o TELNET
o HTTP
o HTTPS
o SCP
o SSH
o NetBIOS
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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6.1 Understand Security issues related to Networks
o OSI and TCP/IP Models
o Network topographies and relationships (e.g., token ring, star, bus,
Ethernet)
o Commonly use ports and protocols
o Network security concepts (e.g., address translation, defense in
depth, IP addressing)
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What is the OSI model and why is it important in understanding
networking?
What are the advantages of using a theoretical model to describe
networking?
What type of network would the 192.168.174.34 address represent?
What are the two parts of an IPv6 address? What do they represent?
Under what conditions would you choose to subnet a network?
What are the major differences between TCP and UDP?
How can ICMP messages be used to provide a valuable security tool?
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What is the best practice when deciding which protocol ports to allow
through a network firewall?
Why would an administrator find it important to run a port scanner on the
system?
Video/Demo
6.1.1 OSI Model
6.1.3 IP Addressing
6.1.5 Configuring IPv6
6.1.6 IP Subnetting
Time
4:08
17:22
2:39
12:35
6.1.7 Configuring Subnetting
8:07
6.1.9 Network Protocols
4:45
6.1.11 Analyzing a TCP Three-way Handshake
2:14
6.1.12 TCP and UDP Ports
9:02
Total
60:52
Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 95 minutes
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Section 6.2: Perimeter Attacks
Summary
This section discusses different types of attacks and the countermeasures for
them to improve security. Details covered include:
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Reconnaissance types:
o Organizational
o Technical
Basic stages of reconnaissance:
o Passive reconnaissance
o Active scanning
Countermeasures for preventing reconnaissance
Denial of Service attacks (DoS)
Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks
Distributed Reflective Denial of Service (DRDoS)
DoS attacks that use the ICMP protocol:
o Ping flood
o Ping of death
o Smurf
DoS attacks that exploit the TCP protocol:
o SYN flood
o LAND
o Christmas (Xmas) Tree
DoS attacks that exploit the UDP protocol include:
o Fraggle
o Teardrop
Countermeasures for DoS and DDos
Common methods of session based attacks include:
o Man-in-the-middle
o TCP/IP hijacking
o HTTP (session) hijacking
o Replay attack
o Null session
Common methods of spoofing:
o IP spoofing
o MAC spoofing
o ARP spoofing
Countermeasures to prevent spoofing
DNS-based attacks
Main methods to attack DNS servers
o Reconnaissance
o DNS poisoning
o Domain name kiting
Using the HOSTS file to improve security
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Students will learn how to:
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View and analyze captured traffic using a network analyzer.
Analyze captured traffic to determine the extent to which the bandwidth is
being compromised.
Perform a port scan on a system using netstat to determine connections
and listening ports.
Perform a port scan using nmap to find all the open ports on a remote
system.
Use a UDP flooder to test network bandwidth.
Scan for MAC addresses and the corresponding IP addresses using a
MAC address scanning tool.
Perform an ARP poisoning attack on a host to identify vulnerabilities.
Use a sniffer to detect an unusually high traffic pattern of ARP replies.
Perform queries on name server records using nslookup.
Restrict zone transfers to specific servers.
Map malicious Web sites to a loopback address (127.0.0.1) in the HOSTS
file.
Identify who has registered a domain name using Whois.net and
SamSpade.org.
Gather organizational information using Google, job boards, or other
common Internet tools.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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3.2 Analyze and differentiate among types of attacks
o DDoS
o DoS
o Smurf attack
o Xmas attack
o DNS poisoning and ARP poisoning
o Session hijacking
3.7 Implement assessment tools and techniques to discover security
threats and vulnerabilities
o Tools
 Port scanner
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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7.3 Identify Malicious Activity (e.g., social engineering, insider threat, data
theft, DDoS, spoofing, phishing, pharming, spam)
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Lecture Focus Questions:
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What types of resources make organizational reconnaissance so readily
available?
How is footprinting used to determine the operating system of the
recipient?
How does a Distributed Reflective Denial of Service (DRDoS) increase the
severity of a DoS attack?
What countermeasures will help to mitigate DoS and DDoS attacks?
Why is a man-in-the-middle attack so dangerous for the victim?
What countermeasures can be used to control TCP/IP hijacking?
What methods should you employ to prevent a replay attack?
What countermeasures can help prevent spoofing?
What is the difference between a primary and a secondary DNS server?
How does domain name kiting work?
In what ways can the HOSTS file be used to improve security?
Video/Demo
Time
6.2.1 Reconnaissance
2:40
6.2.2 Performing Reconnaissance
9:01
6.2.4 Denial of Service (DoS)
7:49
6.2.5 Xmas Tree Attacks
3:23
6.2.7 Performing a UDP Flood Attack
3:54
6.2.8 Session and Spoofing Attacks
6:41
6.2.10 Performing ARP Poisoning
4:24
6.2.12 DNS Attacks
4:30
6.2.14 Examining DNS Attacks
Total
11:12
53:34
Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 90 minutes
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Section 6.3: Security Appliances
Summary
This section provides basic information about security appliances. Concepts
covered include:
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The role of security zones
Common zones:
o Intranet
o Internet
o Extranet
o Demilitarized Zone
Network security solutions:
o Proxy server
o Internet content filter
o Network Access Control (NAC)
o All-in-one security appliance
Students will learn how to:
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Enable Parental Controls for a user and configure control settings for
allowed Web sites, time limits, games, and specific programs.
Enable activity reporting to view Web browsing activities of a user in which
you have configured parental controls.
Manage users on a security appliance.
Restrict access to a security appliance based on IP address.
Use a security appliance to set a user for LAN access only.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Explain the security function and purpose of network devices and
technologies
o Proxies
o Spam filter, all-in-one security appliances
o Web application firewall vs. network firewall
o URL filtering, content inspection, malware inspection
1.3 Distinguish and differentiate network design elements and compounds
o NAC
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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6.1 Understand Security issues related to Networks
o Admission control (e.g., NAC, remediation, quarantine)
6.4 Understand Firewalls & Proxies
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o Methods (e.g., application filtering, packet filtering, stateful/stateless
inspection)
o Types (e.g., host based, network based)
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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4.1 Harden the Network Perimeter (using a Cisco Network Security
Appliance)
7.1 Implement Application Defenses
o Configure Parental Controls to enforce Web content filtering
Lecture Focus Questions:
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To which security device might you choose to restrict access by user
account?
What types of restrictions can be configured for proxy servers?
What types of entities commonly use Internet content filtering software?
What functions does keyword filtering provide?
How can Network Access Controls (NAC) help to improve the security of a
network?
Video/Demo
Time
6.3.1 Security Solutions
4:02
6.3.2 Security Zones
5:31
6.3.4 All-In-One Security Appliances
4:30
6.3.6 Configuring Network Security Appliance Access
6:55
Total
20:58
Lab/Activity
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Configure Network Security Appliance Access
Number of Exam Questions
3 questions
Total Time
About 35 minutes
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Section 6.4: Demilitarized Zones (DMZ)
Summary
This section examines the role of demilitarized zones (DMZ). Terms discussed
that are related to DMZs are:
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Bastian or sacrificial host
Screening router
Duel-homed gateway
Screened host gateway
Screened subnet
Students will learn how to:
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Add a server to a DMZ.
Configure a DMZ port to act as a DHCP Server.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Explain the security function and purpose of network devices and
technologies
o Firewalls
1.3 Distinguish and differentiate network design elements and compounds
o DMZ
Security Pro exam objectives:
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4.1 Harden the Network Perimeter (using a Cisco Network Security
Appliance)
o Change the Default Username and Password
o Configure a Firewall
o Create a DMZ
Lecture Focus Questions:
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How is a honey pot used to increase network security?
How is a gateway different from a router?
What is the typical configuration for a DMZ configured as dual-homed
gateway?
A screened subnet uses two firewalls. What are the functions of each
firewall?
What type of computers might exist inside of a demilitarized zone (DMZ)?
What makes bastion hosts vulnerable to attack? What should you do to
harden bastion hosts?
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Video/Demo
Time
6.4.1 Demilitarized Zones (DMZ)
9:49
6.4.2 Configuring a DMZ
5:42
Total
15:31
Lab/Activity
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Configure a DMZ
Number of Exam Questions
7 questions
Total Time
About 30 minutes
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Section 6.5: Firewalls
Summary
This section discusses basic information about firewalls. Concepts covered
include:
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Firewall
o Network-based firewall
o Host-based firewall
Firewall types:
o Packet filtering
o Stateful
o Application
Managing firewalls
Students will learn how to:
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Enable Windows Firewall and configure exceptions to control
communications through the firewall.
Configure inbound and outbound rules to control traffic.
Create a custom rule to allow ICMP Echo Requests through a firewall.
Import and export firewall rules to other machines to create firewalls with
uniform settings.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Explain the security function and purpose of network devices and
technologies
o Firewalls
o Web application firewall vs. network firewall
1.2 Apply and implement secure network administration principles
o Firewall rules
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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6.4 Understand Firewalls & Proxies
o Methods (e.g., application filtering, packet filtering, stateful/stateless
inspection)
o Types (e.g., host based, network based)
o Common Vulnerabilities
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Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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4.1 Harden the Network Perimeter (using a Cisco Network Security
Appliance)
o Configure a Firewall
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What is the difference between a network-based firewall and a host-based
firewall?
When would you choose to implement a host-based firewall?
What traffic characteristics can be specified in a filtering rule for a packet
filtering firewall?
How does a packet filtering firewall differ from a circuit-level gateway?
Why is a packet filtering firewall a stateless device?
What types of filter criteria can an application layer firewall use for
filtering?
Video/Demo
Time
6.5.1 Firewalls
5:33
6.5.3 Configuring a Perimeter Firewall
9:46
Total
15:19
Lab/Activity
 Configure a Perimeter Firewall
Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 40 minutes
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Section 6.6: Network Address Translation (NAT)
Summary
This section examines using a Network Address Translation (NAT) router to
translate multiple private addresses into a single registered IP address. Concepts
covered include:
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NAT implementations:
o Network Address and port Translation
o Static NAT
o Dynamic and Static NAT
Considerations when implementing NAT
Students will learn how to:
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Install and configure the Network Address Translation (NAT) IP routing
protocol on a router.
Configure the NAT router to act as a DHCP server.
Configure the NAT router to act as a DNS proxy.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.3 Distinguish and differentiate network design elements and compounds
o NAT
Lecture Focus Questions:
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How has NAT extended the use of IPv4?
How does a NAT router associate a port number with a request from a
private host?
What are the three ways in which NAT can be implemented?
Where is NAT typically implemented?
Why do private networks have a limited range of IP addresses they can
use?
Video/Demo
6.6.1 Network Address Translation
6.6.2 Configuring NAT
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Number of Exam Questions
6 questions
Total Time
About 30 minutes
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Section 6.7: Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Summary
This section discusses using a virtual private network (VPN) to securely send
data over an untrusted network. Details include:
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VPNs work by using a tunneling protocol
Way VPNs can be implemented:
o Host-to-host VPN
o Site-to-site VPN
o Remote access VPN
Tunnel endpoints
Types of protocols used by VPNs:
o Carrier protocol
o Tunneling protocol
o Passenger protocol
Common VPN tunneling protocols:
o Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP)
o Layer 2 Forwarding (L2F)
o Layer Two Tunneling Protocol (L2TP)
o Internet Protocol Security (IPSec)
o Secure Sockets Layer (SSL)
Students will learn how to:
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Configure a remote access VPN connection.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Explain the security function and purpose of network devices and
technologies
o VPN concentrator
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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6.3 Understand remote access
o Technology (e.g., think client, SSL/VPN)
o Common vulnerabilities
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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4.1 Harden the Network Perimeter (using a Cisco Network Security
Appliance)
o Configure a Firewall
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Lecture Focus Questions:
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What are the three ways VPNs can be implemented?
What is a VPN concentrator?
What function do VPN endpoints provide?
Which IPsec mode does not encrypt the header of a transmission? Why?
What are the three types of protocols used by VPNs?
Which IPsec protocol does not encrypt data?
Video/Demo
6.7.1 Virtual Private networks (VPNs)
6.7.2 Configuring a VPN
Total
Time
10:16
4:25
14:41
Lab/Activity
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Configure a Remote Access VPN
Configure a VPN Connection iPad
Number of Exam Questions
11 questions
Total Time
About 40 minutes
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Section 6.8: Web Threat Protection
Summary
In this section students will learn about following protections against web threats.
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Website/URL content filtering
Web threat filtering
Gateway E-mail Spam blockers
Virus blockers
Antiphishing software
Students will learn how to:
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Configure web threat protection.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Explain the security function and purpose of network devices and
technologies
o URL filtering, content inspection, malware inspection
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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4.1 Harden the Network Perimeter (using a Cisco Network Security
Appliance)
o Implement Web Threat Protection
7.1 Implement Application Defenses
o Configure Parental Controls to enforce Web content filtering
Lecture Focus Questions:
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How have web threats become more sophisticated?
Which web threat protections prevent a user from visiting restricted
websites?
How is web threat filtering implemented?
What types of filters can be used by spam blockers?
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Video/Demo
Time
6.81 Web Threat Protection
9:29
6.8.2 Configuring Web Threat Protection
4:26
Total
13:55
Lab/Activity
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Configure web threat protection.
Number of Exam Questions
2 questions
Total Time
About 25 minutes
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Section 6.9: Network Access Control (NAC)
Summary
In this section students will explore network access control (NAC). Details about
the following concepts will be covered:
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Components of Network Access Protection (NAP):
o NAP Client
o NAP Server
o Enforcement Server (ES)
o Remediation Server
Enforcement point types:
o DHCP
o Remote Desktop (RD) Gateway
o VPN
o 802.1x
o IPSec
Students will learn how to:
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Configure Network Access Protection to restrict network access to only
clients that meet specified health criteria.
Add the necessary role services to implement Network Access Protection
(NAP).
Enable NAP on an enforcement point.
Create domain and server isolation rules.
Configure system health validator and health policy settings.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.3 Distinguish and differentiate network design elements and compounds
o NAC
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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6.1 Understand Security issues related to Networks
o Admission control (e.g., NAC, remediation, quarantine)
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Lecture Focus Questions:
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How do remediation servers and auto-remediation help clients become
compliant?
What server role service do you add to configure a server as an
enforcement point for NAP?
How do you define the quarantine network when using 802.1x
enforcement?
Which enforcement method uses a Health Registration Authority (HRA)?
What type of communication occurs in the boundary network when using
IPsec enforcement?
Video/Demo
Time
6.9.1 Network Access Protection
19:58
6.9.2 Implementing NAP with DHCP Enforcement
15:56
Total
35:54
Number of Exam Questions
4 questions
Total Time
About 45 minutes
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Section 6.10: Wireless Attacks
Summary
In this section students will learn about security attacks that wireless networks
are vulnerable to:
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Rogue access point
War driving
War chalking
Packet sniffing
Initialization Vector (IV) attack
Interference
Bluetooth
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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3.4 Analyze and differentiate among types of wireless attacks
o Rogue access points
o Interference
o Evil twin
o War driving
o Bluejacking
o Bluesnarfing
o War chalking
o IV attack
o Packet sniffing
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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6.5 Understand Wireless and Cellular Technologies
o Common Vulnerabilities
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What steps can you take to protect your wireless network from data
emanation?
What is the difference between bluejacking and bluesnarfing?
Why is a successful bluebugging attack more dangerous for the victim
than a bluesnarfing attack?
What is the best method to protect against attacks directed towards
Bluetooth capabilities?
What is the difference between a rogue access point and evil twin?
How can you protect your network against rogue access points?
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Video/Demo
6.10.1 Wireless Attacks
6.10.3 Using Wireless Attack Tools
Total
Time
13:28
9:06
22:34
Number of Exam Questions
12 questions
Total Time
About 40 minutes
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Section 6.11: Wireless Defenses
Summary
This section discusses defenses to secure wireless transmissions. Details
include:
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Wireless networking concepts:
o Wireless access point (WAP)
o Wireless interface
o Wireless bridge
o Wireless configuration
o Worldwide interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMAX)
o SM (Global System for Mobile Communications)
o Near field communication (NFC)
Precautions to protect sensitive data transmitted over wireless devices:
o Always treat a wireless network as though it were a publicly
accessible network
o Implement standard security measures
o Set the WEP broadcast traffic key to be renegotiated at a certain
interval
o Disable DHCP on the WAP
Additional security considerations:
o SSID Configuration
o MAC address filtering
o Antenna placement, power level, and orientation
o Encryption
o Authentication
Methods used to provide security for wireless networking:
o Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)
o Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)
o Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) or 802.11i
Considerations when using 802.1x authentication for wireless networks
Extensible protocols that support 802.1x authentication:
o Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP)
o Light-weight Extensible Authentication Protocol (LEAP)
o Protected Extensible Authentication Protocol (PEAP)
Students will learn how to:
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Configure a wireless access point by disabling the SSID broadcast and
enabling security.
Configure a wireless network profile to automatically connect even if the
SSID broadcast is turned off.
Scan a network to detect wireless access points and determine if the
access points are secure.
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Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.2 Apply and implement secure network administration principles
o 802.1x
1.6 Implement a wireless network in a secure manner
o WPA
o WPA2
o WEP
o EAP
o PEAP
o LEAP
o MAC filter
o SSID broadcast
o TKIP
o CCMP
o Antenna Placement
o Power level controls
5.1 Explain the function and purpose of authentication services
o RADIUS
6.2 Use and apply appropriate cryptographic tools and products
o WEP vs. WPA/WPA2 and preshared key
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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6.5 Understand Wireless and Cellular Technologies
o Protocols (e.g., WPA, WPA2, TKIP)
o Technology (e.g., Bluetooth, RFID, 802.11, WiMax, GSM, 3G,
NFC)
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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4.2 Secure a Wireless Access Point (WAP)
o Change the Default Username, Password, and Administration limits
o Implement WPA2
o Configure Enhanced Security
 MAC filtering
 SSID cloaking
 Power Control
Lecture Focus Questions:
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How does turning off the SSID broadcast help to secure the wireless
network?
What methods can you use to secure a wireless network from data
emanation?
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What does open authentication use for authenticating a device? Why is
this not a very secure solution?
What two additional components are required to implement 802.1x
authentication?
What does WEP use for the encryption key? Why does this present a
security problem?
Why should you not use shared key authentication with WEP?
What is the difference between WPA Personal and WPA Enterprise?
You have an access point that currently supports only WEP. What would
you typically need to do to support WPA2?
What is the encryption method used with WPA? WPA2?
Video/Demo
6.11.1 Wireless Networking Overview
6.11.2 Wireless Security Considerations
Time
5:35
12:54
6.11.4 Wireless Encryption
6:45
6.11.5 Wireless Authentication
4:40
6.11.7 Configuring a Wireless Access Point
19:54
6.11.8 Configuring a Wireless Connection
12:22
Total
62:10
Lab/Activity
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Secure a Wireless Network
Secure a Wireless Network 2
Configure a Wireless Profile
Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 105 minutes
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Section 7.1: Network Devices
Summary
This section examines the characteristics of the following common network
devices:
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Network Interface Card (NIC)
Hub
Wireless Access Point (WAP)
Switch
Bridge
Router
Gateway
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Explain the security function and purpose of network devices and
technologies
o Routers
o Switches
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What are the security advantages of using switches over hubs?
What security problems could static routing pose on a large network?
What security threat do broadcasts allow?
What information does a router ACL use to allow or reject packets?
Video/Demo
7.1.1 Network Devices
Time
5:51
Number of Exam Questions
6 questions
Total Time
About 15 minutes
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Section 7.2: Network Device Vulnerabilities
Summary
In this section students will learn about the following network device
vulnerabilities:
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Default accounts and passwords
Weak passwords
Privilege escalation
Backdoor
Students will learn how to:
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Search a database for default passwords for network devices.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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3.1 Analyze and differentiate among types of malware
o Backdoors
3.2 Analyze and differentiate among types of attacks
o Privilege escalation
5.3 Implement appropriate security controls when performing account
management
o Account policy enforcement
 Password complexity
 Expiration
 Recovery
 Length
 Disablement
 Lockout
Lecture Focus Questions:
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For security considerations, what is the first thing you should do when new
hardware and software is turned on for the first time?
What are the characteristics of a complex password?
How is privilege escalation different than hacking into a system to gain
access to resources?
What measures should be completed to protect against backdoors?
Video/Demo
Time
7.2.1 Device Vulnerabilities
1:47
7.2.3 Searching Defaultpasswords.com
1:30
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Total
3:21
6:38
Lab/Activity
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Secure a Switch
Number of Exam Questions
2 questions
Total Time
About 15 minutes
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Section 7.3: Switch Attacks
Summary
This section discusses common attacks that are perpetrated against switches:
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MAC flooding
ARP spoofing/poisoning
MAC spoofing
Dynamic Trunking Protocol (DTP)
Students will learn how to:
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Secure a switch.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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3.2 Analyze and differentiate among types of attacks
o Spoofing
o DNS poisoning and ARP poisoning
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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5.1 Harden Network Devices (using a Cisco Small Business Switch)
o Implement Port Security
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What types of attacks are commonly perpetrated against switches?
How does MAC flooding make a switch function as a hub? What is this
state called?
How are switches indirectly involved in ARP poisoning?
How does the attacker hide his identity when performing MAC spoofing?
What is a more secure alternative to using the Dynamic Trunking Protocol
(DTP)?
Video/Demo
7.3.1 Switch Attacks
Time
5:04
Number of Exam Questions
4 questions
Total Time
About 10 minutes
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Section 7.4: Router and Switch Security
Summary
This section discusses actions to take to increase router and switch security.
Concepts covered include:
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General actions to secure routers:
o Secure passwords
o Secure protocols
o Physical security
o Secure configuration file
Switch features that can be implemented to increase network security:
o Virtual LAN (VLAN)
o MAC filtering/port security
o Port authentication (802.1x)
Considerations when implementing switch security
Switching loop
Types of ports used by the spanning tree protocol:
o Root ports
o Designated ports
o Blocked ports
Ports in the spanning tree protocol exist in one of five states:
o Blocking
o Listening
o Learning
o Forwarding
o Disabled
Students will learn how to:
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Create VLANs and assign switch ports to VLANs.
Configure a trunk port on a switch.
Harden a switch.
Secure access to a new switch.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.2 Apply and implement secure network administration principles
o VLAN management
o Secure router configuration
o Port Security
o 802.1x
o Flood guards
o Loop protection
1.3 Distinguish and differentiate network design elements and compounds
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o VLAN
1.4 Implement and use common protocols
o SSH
o HTTPS
o SCP
3.6 Analyze and differentiate among types of mitigation and deterrent
techniques
o Physical security
o Hardware locks
 Mantraps
 Video surveillance
 Fencing
 Proximity readers
 Access list
o Port security
 MAC limiting and filtering
 802.1x
 Disabling unused ports
Lecture Focus Questions:
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How does a switch identify devices that are in different VLANs?
What is the function of a trunk port?
When trunking is used, how is the receiving switch able to identify which
VLAN the frame belongs to?
What is required for devices to communicate between VLANs?
How is port security different from port filtering?
Which secure protocols should you use to remotely manage a router?
Video/Demo
Time
7.4.1 Router Security
8:56
7.4.3 Switch Security
13:01
7.4.4 Switch Loop Protection
10:46
7.4.6 Configuring VLANs from the CLI
4:32
7.4.8 Configuring VLANs
3:32
7.4.10 Hardening a Switch
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Lab/Activity
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Explore VLANs from the CLI
Explore VLANs
Harden a Switch
Secure Access to a Switch
Secure Access to a Switch 2
Number of Exam Questions
14 questions
Total Time
About 100 minutes
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Section 7.5: Intrusion Detection and Prevention
Summary
In this section students will learn the basics of intrusion detection and prevention.
Concepts covered include:
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The role of an intrusion detection system (IDS)
State of how IDS is labeled:
o Positive
o False positive
o Negative
o False negative
Typical detection systems:
o Response capability
o Recognition method
o Detection scope
Fake resources to protect servers and networks:
o Honeypot
o Honeynet
o Tarpit (also called a sticky honeypot)
Students will learn how to:
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Monitor network activity using intrusion detection software to capture and
view network traffic.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Explain the security function and purpose of network devices and
technologies
o NIDS and NIPS (Behavior based, signature based, anomaly based,
heuristic)
2.1 Explain risk related concepts
o False positives
3.6 Analyze and differentiate among types of mitigation and deterrent
techniques
o Detection controls vs. prevention controls
 IDS vs. IPS
3.7 Implement assessment tools and techniques to discover security
threats and vulnerabilities
o Vulnerability scanning and interpret results
o Tools
 Honeypots
 Honeynets
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SSCP Exam Objectives:
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3.1 Maintain Effective Monitoring Systems (e.g., continuous monitoring)
o Monitor Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems
o Review systems for unauthorized changes (i.e., file integrity
checkers, honeypots, unauthorized connections)
o Monitor deviations from normal activity (e.g., white lists, anomaly
detection, profiling)
o Install and configure agents and management systems
3.2 Analyze Monitoring Results (e.g., review and analysis of log and
reports, false positives, communicate findings)
7.2 Implement Malicious Code Countermeasures
o Scanners (e.g., heuristic, integrity checker, signatures)
o Deploy and manage anti-malware
o Containment & Remediation
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What does it mean when traffic is labeled as a false negative?
What data sources does an IDS system use to gather information that it
will analyze to find attacks?
How does an IPS differ from an IDS?
What type of recognition method is used by most virus scanning software?
What is the advantage to using a network-based IDS instead of a hostbased IDS?
What are the security reasons for using a honeypot or honeynet?
After an attack, what types of data should you backup to retain information
about the attack for future investigations?
Video/Demo
Time
7.5.1 Intrusion Detection
7:31
7.5.2 Detection vs. Prevention Controls
7:50
7.5.4 Implementing Intrusion Monitoring
3:33
7.5.5 Implementing Intrusion Prevention
7:51
Total
26:45
Lab/Activity
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Implement Intrusion Prevention
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Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 55 minutes
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Section 8.1: Malware
Summary
This section provides an overview of malware. Concepts covered include:
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Common malware:
o Virus
o Worm
o Trojan horse
o Zombie
o Botnet
o Rootkit
o Logic bomb
o Spyware
o Adware
o Ransomware
o Scareware
o Crimeware
Terms related to exploiting software and system vulnerabilities:
o Hacker
o Cracker
o Script kiddy
o Phreaker
Historic malware events:
o Stoned
o Michelangelo
o CHI/Chernobyl Virus
o Melissa
o I Love You
o Code Red
o Nimda
o Klez
Actions to take to prevent being infected with malware
Actions to take to recover from malware
Students will learn how to:
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Scan a system with anti-malware software to identify potential threats.
Configure Windows Defender protections to secure a network from
malware.
Quarantine and remove malware.
Analyze startup programs to detect possible malware.
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Security+ Exam Objectives:
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3.1 Analyze and differentiate among types of malware
o Adware
o Virus
o Worms
o Spyware
o Trojan
o Rootkits
o Backdoors
o Logic bomb
o Botnets
3.6 Analyze and differentiate among types of mitigation and deterrent
techniques
o Monitoring system logs
 Event logs
 Access logs
o Reporting
 Alarms
 Alerts
 Trends
o Detection controls vs. prevention controls
 IDS vs. IPS
4.2 Carry out appropriate procedures to establish host security
o Operating system security and settings
o Anti-malware
 Anti-virus
 Anti-spam
 Anti-spyware
 Pop-up blockers
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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7.1 Identify Malicious Code (e.g., virus, worms, Trojan horses, logic
bombs)
o Understand the concepts of rootkits
o Understand types of malware (e.g., spyware, scareware,
ransomware)
o Understand the concepts of Trapdoors & Backdoors
o Understand the concepts of Botnets
o Understand the concepts of Mobile Code
7.2 Implement Malicious Code Countermeasures
o Scanners (e.g., heuristic, integrity checker, signatures)
o Deploy and manage anti-malware
o Containment & Remediation
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o Software Security (e.g., code signing, application review, server
side input validation)
7.3 Identify Malicious Activity (e.g., social engineering, insider threat, data
theft, DDoS, spoofing, phishing, pharming, spam)
o Understand malicious web activity (e.g., cross site scripting, cross
site request forgery, injection, social networking attacks)
o Understand the concept of zero day exploits
o Understand the concept of Advanced Persistent Threat (APT)
7.4 Implement Malicious Activity Countermeasures (e.g., user awareness,
system hardening).
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What is the difference between a virus and a worm?
Which types of malware can be spread through e-mail?
How are Trojans and botnets related?
What does it mean for software to be quarantined?
Why is it a good practice to show file extensions?
In addition to implementing virus scanning software, what must you do to
ensure that you are protected from the latest virus variations?
Video/Demo
8.1.1 Malware
Time
9:28
8.1.4 Implementing Malware Protections
23:43
8.1.5 Using Windows Defender
14:22
Total
47:33
Lab/Activity
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Configure Windows Defender
Number of Exam Questions
14 questions
Total Time
About 80 minutes
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Section 8.2: Password Attacks
Summary
This section provides information about password attacks. Concepts covered
include:
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Methods that threat agents use to discover or crack passwords
o Tools to check for unencrypted or weakly encrypted passwords
o Social engineering
o Brute force attacks
o Tools to crack passwords:
 Programs such as SnadBoy’sRevelation
 Keylogging software
 Rainbow tables
Hashed passwords collection methods
Strategies to protect against password attacks
o Educate users on how to create and remember strong passwords
o Protect access to the password file
o Salt the has to mitigate rainbow table attacks
o Implement two-factor authentication
Students will learn how to:
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Analyze the strength of passwords by using a rainbow table to perform a
cryptanalysis attack on the hashed values of passwords.
Use SnadBoy's Revelation to reveal a password.
Use a keylogger to capture a password.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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2.4 Explain the importance of security related awareness and training
o User habits
 Password behaviors
3.6 Analyze and differentiate among types of mitigation and deterrent
techniques
o Hardening
 Password protection
5.3 Implement appropriate security controls when performing account
management
o Account policy enforcement
 Password complexity
 Lockout
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Lecture Focus Questions:
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How are attackers able to recover passwords?
What are the characteristics of a complex password?
What are the differences between brute force and dictionary attacks?
How does account lockout help secure an account?
What technique will mitigate rainbow table attacks?
Video/Demo
Time
8.2.1 Password Attacks
2:04
8.2.3 Using Rainbow Tables
4:48
8.2.4 Capturing Passwords
5:40
Total
12:32
Number of Exam Questions
3 questions
Total Time
About 20 minutes
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Section 8.3: Windows System Hardening
Summary
In this section students will learn about hardening a Windows system. Concepts
covered include:
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The role of hardening to secure devices and hardware
Recommendations for hardening systems
Types of updates
o Hotfix
o Patch
o Service pack
Consideration when managing updates
Students will learn how to:
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Harden a system by changing default account passwords and verifying
user and group assignments.
Lock down system security by installing only required software and roles
and disabling unnecessary services.
Use security templates to apply or audit security settings on your system.
Use Group Policy to deploy multiple settings to multiple machines in an
Active Directory domain.
Use Windows Updates and WSUS to automate patch management of
your Windows system.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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3.6 Analyze and differentiate among types of mitigation and deterrent
techniques.
o Hardening
 Disabling unnecessary services
 Protecting management interfaces and applications
 Password protection
 Disabling unnecessary accounts
o Security posture
 Initial baseline configuration
4.2 Carry out appropriate procedures to establish host security.
o Operating system security and settings
o Patch management
5.2 Explain the fundamental concepts and best practices related to
authentication, authorization, and access control
o Trusted OS
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Lecture Focus Questions:
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What is hardening? How does it benefit the security of an organization?
How do you reduce the attack surface of a device?
What is a security baseline?
What is the difference between a hotfix and a patch? Why would you use
one over the other?
Video/Demo
Time
8.3.1 Operating System Hardening
5:13
8.3.3 Hardening an Operating System
6:41
8.3.4 Managing Automatic Updates
18:31
8.3.6 Configuring Windows Firewall
10:11
8.3.8 Configuring Windows Firewall Advanced Features
16:59
8.3.9 Configuring Parent Controls
18:21
Total
75:56
Lab/Activity
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Configure Automatic Updates
Configure Windows Firewall
Configure Parental Controls
Number of Exam Questions
8 questions
Total Time
About 105 minutes
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Section 8.4: Hardening Enforcement
Summary
This section discusses hardening enforcement using GPOs. Concepts covered
include:
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The role of GPOs
Using GPOs to perform specific hardening tasks
Using the Security Configuration and Analysis snap-in
Considerations when using GPOs
Students will learn how to:
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Configure a GPO.
Implement controls using a security template.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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4.2 Carry out appropriate procedures to establish host security
o Operating system security and settings
5.2 Explain the fundamental concepts and best practices related to
authentication, authorization, and access control
o Access control
5.3 Implement appropriate security controls when performing account
management
o Mitigates issues associated with users with multiple accounts/roles
o Account policy enforcement
 Password complexity
 Expiration
 Recovery
 Length
 Disablement
 Lockout
o Group based privileges
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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6.1 Harden Computer Systems Against Attack
o Configure a GPO to enforce Workstation/Server security settings
o Configure Domain Servers GPO to remove unneeded services
(such as File and Printer Sharing)
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Lecture Focus Questions:
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How do GPOs ensure the consistent application of controls?
Which hardening tasks can be implemented using a GPO?
How can you determine that the security controls implemented are still
enforced?
What are security templates and how are they used?
What is the easiest way to set controls on a Windows system according
the NSA recommendation?
Video/Demo
Time
8.4.1 Hardening Enforcement with GPOs
1:50
8.4.2 Using Security Templates and Group Policy
6:53
8.4.3 Configuring GPOs to Enforce Security
Total
15:24
24:07
Lab/Activity
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Manage Services with Group Policy
Number of Exam Questions
4 questions
Total Time
About 35 minutes
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Section 8.5: File Server Security
Summary
This section examines managing file server security. Details include:
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Considerations when managing file system security
Considerations for securing file transfer using the following TCP/IP
protocols:
o File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
o Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP)
o Secure Copy Protocol (SCP)
o Secure Shell File Transfer Protocol (SFTP)
o Secure FTP
o FTP Secure (FTPS)
File Server Resource Manager (FSRM)
Managing file system permissions:
o Share permissions
o NTFS permissions
o Effective permissions
Students will learn how to:
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Configure the NTFS permissions by turning off the permissions
inheritance.
Assign NTFS permission for a folder to the appropriate group.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.2 Apply and implement secure network administration principles
o Implicit deny
1.4 Implement and use common protocols
o TCP/IP
o FTPS
o SFTP
o SCP
2.2 Carry out appropriate risk mitigation strategies
o Implement security controls based on risk
o User rights and permissions reviews
5.2 Explain the fundamental concepts of and best practices related to
authentication, authorization, and access control
o ACLs
o Access control
5.3 Implement appropriate security controls when performing account
management
o Group based privileges
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o User assigned privileges
SSCP exam objectives:
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1.4 Apply Access Control Concepts (e.g., least privilege, and separation of
duties)
o Discretionary Access Control (DAC)
o Non-discretionary Access Control
Security Pro exam objectives:
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8.2 Protect Data Transmissions across open, public networks
o Implement secure protocols
Lecture Focus Questions:
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How can you identify if a permission has been inherited?
How do Share and NTFS permissions differ?
On what elements can NTFS permissions be set?
How can you view the users that have permissions for a particular drive?
How can permissions inheritance influence the effective permissions that
a user has? How can you determine if a permission is inherited or
specifically assigned?
As the administrator, you have given Fred the write permission to the
SalesReport file, but he cannot write to the file. What items would you
check to determine why Fred can't write to the file?
Video/Demo
Time
8.5.1 File Server Security
7:58
8.5.2 Scanning for Open Ports
3:52
8.5.5 Configuring NTFS Permissions
Total
16:41
28:31
Lab/Activity
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Configure NTFS Permissions
Number of Exam Questions
8 questions
Total Time
About 50 minutes
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Section 8.6: Linux Host Security
Summary
In this section students will learn the basics of securing a Linux host. General
procedures and the commands to perform them include:
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Removing unneeded software
Checking for unneeded network services
Locating open ports
Checking network connections
Students will learn how to:
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Scan for open ports on Linux.
Identify open network connections on Linux.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.2 Apply and implement secure network administration principles
o Port Security
2.2 Carry out appropriate risk mitigation strategies
o Implement security controls based on risk
o Implement policies and procedures to prevent data loss or theft
3.6 Analyze and differentiate among types of mitigation and deterrent
techniques
o Hardening
 Disabling unnecessary services
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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4.2 Perform Security Assessment Activities
o Scan for vulnerabilities
o Review security configurations of infrastructure
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What is a socket?
Which utility will scan for all listening and non-listening sockets?
Which utility will identify open ports on the Linux system?
Which commands should you use to disable unneeded daemons?
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Video/Demo
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Time
8.6.1 Linux Host Security
7:10
8.6.2 Removing Unneeded Services and Scanning Ports
6:29
Total
13:39
Number of Exam Questions
4 questions
Total Time
About 20 minutes
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Section 9.1: Web Application Attacks
Summary
This section discusses the following Web application attacks:
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Drive-by download
Buffer overflow
Cross-site scripting (XSS)
Cross-site Request Forgery (CSRF/XSRF)
LDAP injection
XML injection
Command injection
SQL injection
DLL injection
Directory traversal
Header manipulation
Zero day
Client-side
Students will learn how to:
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Improve security by using a Firefox add-on, NoScript, to protect against
XSS and drive-by-downloadings.
Configure pop-up blockers to block or allow pop-ups.
Implement phishing protection within the browser.
Configure Internet Explorer Enhanced Security Configuration security
settings to manage the security levels of security zones.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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2.2 Carry out appropriate risk mitigation strategies
o Implement security controls based on risk
o Implement policies and procedures to prevent data loss or theft
2.4 Explain the importance of security related awareness and training
o Threat awareness
 Zero days exploits
3.2 Analyze and differentiate among types of attacks
o Client-side attacks
3.5 Analyze and differentiate among types of application attacks
o Cross-site scripting
o SQL injection
o LDAP injection
o XML injection
o Directory traversal/command injection
o Buffer overflow
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o Zero day
o Cookies and attachments
o Malicious add-ons
o Session hijacking
o Header manipulation
4.1 Explain the importance of application security
o Cross-site scripting prevention
o Cross-site Request Forgery (XSRF) prevention
4.2 Carry out appropriate procedures to establish host security
o Pop-up blockers
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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7.1 Identify Malicious Code (e.g., virus, worms, Trojan horses, logic
bombs)
o Understand the concepts of Mobile Code
7.3 Identify Malicious Activity (e.g., social engineering, insider threat, data
theft, DDoS, spoofing, phishing, pharming, spam)
o Understand malicious web activity (e.g., cross site scripting, cross
site request forgery, injection, social networking attacks)
o Understand the concept of zero day exploits
o Understand the concept of Advanced Persistent Threat (APT)
7.4 Implement Malicious Activity Countermeasures (e.g., user awareness,
system hardening)
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What are two ways that drive-by download attacks occur?
What countermeasures can be used to eliminate buffer overflow attacks?
How can cross-site scripting (XSS) be used to breach the security of a
Web user?
What is the best method to prevent SQL injection attacks?
What mitigation practices will help to protect Internet-based activities from
Web application attacks?
Video/Demo
9.1.1 Web Application Attacks
Time
2:49
9.1.2 Cross-site Request Forgery (XSRF) Attack
10:51
9.1.3 Injection Attacks
14:30
9.1.4 Header Manipulation
9:01
9.1.5 Zero Day Application Attacks
6:59
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9.1.6 Client Side Attacks
6:22
9.1.8 Preventing Cross-site Scripting
4:05
Total
54:37
Number of Exam Questions
12 questions
Total Time
About 70 minutes
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Section 9.2: Internet Browsers
Summary
This section provides information about configuring internet browsers to enhance
the privacy and security of a system. Concepts covered include:
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Indications of an unsecured connection or attack
Configuring security settings in Internet Explorer:
o Zones
o Add-ons
o Privacy
Students will learn how to:
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Customize security levels and security settings for security zones in
Internet Explorer.
Download and manage add-ons in Internet Explorer.
Protect privacy by configuring cookie handling.
Clear the browser cache.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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3.5 Analyze and differentiate among types of application attacks
o Cookies and attachments
o Malicious add-ons
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What types of information do cookies store? Why could this be a security
concern?
What steps should you take to secure the browser from add-ons that are
not appropriate for your environment?
For security's sake, what should you do whenever you use a public
computer to access the Internet and retrieve personal data?
What elements might indicate an unsecured connection or an attack?
Why should you turn off the remember search and form history feature?
Video/Demo
9.2.1 Managing Security Zones and Add-ons
9.2.2 Configuring IE Enhanced Security
9.2.3 Managing Cookies
9.2.5 Clearing the Browser Cache
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9:11
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9.2.7 Implementing Popup Blockers
7:26
9.2.10 Enforcing IE Settings through GPO
8:38
Total
67:47
Lab/Activity
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Configure Cookie Handling
Clear the Browser Cache
Configure IE Popup Blocker
Enforce IE Settings through GPO
Number of Exam Questions
6 questions
Total Time
About 100 minutes
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Section 9.3: E-mail
Summary
This section discusses how to secure e-mail from attacks. Details include:
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E-mail attacks:
o Virus
o Spam
o Open SMTP relay
o Phishing
To secure email use:
o Secure/Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions (S/MIME)
o Pretty Good Privacy (PGP)
Students will learn how to:
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Filter junk mail by selecting the level of junk e-mail protection you want.
Control spam on the client by configuring safe sender, blocked senders,
white lists, and black lists.
Configure e-mail filtering to block e-mails from specified countries and
languages.
Configure relay restrictions to specify who can relay through the SMTP
server.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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3.2 Analyze and differentiate among types of attacks
o Spam
o Phishing
6.2 Use and apply appropriate cryptographic tools and products
o PGP/GPG
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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5.4 Understand the use of Secure Protocols (e.g., difference in
implementation, appropriate use)
o Support the implementation of secure protocols (e.g., IPSec,
SSL/TLS, S/MIME)
7.1 Identify Malicious Code (e.g., virus, worms, Trojan horses, logic
bombs)
7.3 Identify Malicious Activity (e.g., social engineering, insider threat, data
theft, DDoS, spoofing, phishing, pharming, spam)
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Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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2.1 Promote Information Security Awareness
o Utilizing E-mail best practices
3.2 Harden mobile devices (iPad)
o Configure Secure e-Mail Settings
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What are the advantages of scanning for e-mail viruses at the server
instead of at the client?
How can spam cause denial of service?
What is a best practice when configuring an SMTP relay to prevent
spammers from using your mail server to send mail?
How can you protect yourself against phishing attacks?
What services do S/MIME and PGP provide for e-mail?
How does S/MIME differ from PGP?
Video/Demo
9.3.1 E-mail Security
9.3.3 Protecting a client from Spam
Time
4:43
10:29
9.3.4 Securing an E-mail Server
2:45
9.3.6 Securing E-mail on iPad
5:52
Total
23:49
Lab/Activity
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Configure E-mail Filters
Secure E-mail on iPad
Number of Exam Questions
6 questions
Total Time
About 45 minutes
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Section 9.4: Network Applications
Summary
This section provides information about security concerns for the following
networking software:
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Peer-to-peer (P2P)
Instant Messaging (IM)
Students will learn how to:
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Set up content filters for downloading or uploading copyrighted materials.
Use P2P file sharing programs to search for and share free files.
Block ports used by P2P software.
Secure instant messaging by blocking invitations from unknown persons.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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2.4 Explain the importance of security related awareness and training
o Use of social networking and P2P
3.2 Analyze and differentiate among types of attacks
o Spim
4.2 Carry out appropriate procedures to establish host security
o Operating system security and settings
o Anti-malware
 Anti-spam
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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7.2 Implement malicious code countermeasures
o Deploy and manage anti-malware
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What kinds of security problems might you have with P2P software?
What types of malware are commonly spread through instant messaging
(IM)?
What security concerns should you be aware of with instant messaging
software?
What security measures should you incorporate to control the use of
networking software?
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Video/Demo
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2:19
9.4.2 Spim
3:43
9.4.4 Using Peer-to-peer Software
3:04
9.4.5 Securing Windows Messenger
2:48
Total
20:58
Number of Exam Questions
3 questions
Total Time
About 25 minutes
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Section 9.5: Virtualization
Summary
This section provides information about virtualization. Concepts covered include:
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Components of virtualization:
o Physical machine
o Virtual machine
o Virtual Hard Disk (VHD)
o Hypervisor
Advantages of virtualization:
o Networked
o Server consolidation
o Isolation
o Applications virtualization
Disadvantages of virtualization
Security considerations for a virtual machine
Load Balancing methods with virtualization include:
o Resource pooling
o Workload balancing
Students will learn how to:
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Create and configure a new virtual machine.
Configure the virtual machine by allocating resources for memory and a
virtual hard disk.
Create a virtual network and configure it as an external, internal, or private
virtual network.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Explain the security function and purpose of network devices and
technologies
o Load Balancers
1.3 Distinguish and differentiate network design elements and compounds
o Virtualization
2.1 Risks associated to Cloud Computing and Virtualization
4.2 Carry out appropriate procedures to establish host security
o Virtualization
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SSCP Exam Objectives:
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1.7 Understand basic security concepts related to cloud computing (e.g.,
virtualization, data control, storage, privacy, compliance)
2.7 Understand the concepts of endpoint device security (e.g.,
virtualization, thin clients, thick clients, USB devices, mobile devices)
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What is the relationship between the host and the guest operating
systems?
What is the function of the hypervisor?
How can virtualization be used to increase the security on a system?
What are the advantages of virtualization? Disadvantages?
What is the purpose of load balancing?
What type of load balancing distributes a workload?
Video/Demo
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9.5.1 Virtualization Introduction
4:01
9.5.2 Virtualization Benefits
3:08
9.5.3 Load Balancing and Virtualization
10:39
9.5.5 Managing Virtual Machines
20:37
Total
38:25
Number of Exam Questions
5 questions
Total Time
About 50 minutes
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Section 9.6: Application Development
Summary
This section discusses hardening applications. Concepts covered include:
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Secure coding concepts:
o Error and exception handling
o Input validation
Basic hardening guidelines for applications
Techniques used for application hardening:
o Block process spawning
o Control access to executable files
o Protect OS components
o Use exception rules
o Monitor logs
o Use Data Execution Prevention
o Implement third-party applications hardening tools
Students will learn how to:
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Use AppArmor to harden a Linux system.
Implement application whitelisting with AppLocker.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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3.6 Analyze and differentiate among types of mitigation and deterrent
techniques
o Hardening
 Protecting management interfaces and applications
4.1 Explain the importance of application security
o Fuzzing
o Secure coding concepts
 Error and exception handling
 Input validation
o Application configuration baseline (proper settings)
o Application hardening
o Application patch management
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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7.1 Implement Application Defenses
o Configure a GPO for Application Whitelisting
o Enable Data Execution Prevention (DEP)
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What is the purpose of fuzzing?
What will input validation ensure?
What are the basic techniques for application hardening?
When should you update applications with the latest patches?
Video/Demo
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9.6.1 Secure Coding Concepts
16:18
9.6.2 Application Hardening
11:02
9.6.4 Hardening Applications on Linux
9.6.5 Implementing Application Whitelisting with AppLocker
9.6.7 Implementing Data Execution Preventions (DEP)
Total
4:26
13:03
4:01
48:50
Lab/Activity
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Implement Application Whitelisting with AppLocker
Implement Data Execution Preventions (DEP)
Number of Exam Questions
2 questions
Total Time
About 65 minutes
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Section 10.1: Redundancy
Summary
In this section students will explore methods for providing redundancy for
network services. Details about the following concepts will be covered:
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Types of redundancy solutions:
o Hot site
o Warm site
o Cold site
The role of a service bureau
Important facts about redundant facilities
Redundancy measurement parameters:
o Recovery Time Objective (RTO)
o Recovery Point Objective (RPO)
o Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)
o Mean Time to Repair (MTTR)
o Maximum Tolerable Downtime (MTD)
Common RAID levels:
o RAID 0 (striping)
o RAID 5 (striping with distributed parity)
o RAID 1 (mirroring)
o RAID 0+1
o RAID 1+0
The role of clustering
A high availability cluster (HA)
A load balancing cluster
Students will learn how to:
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Configure a mirrored or a RAID 5 volume for data redundancy.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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2.7 Execute disaster recovery plans and procedures
o Redundancy and fault tolerance
 Hardware
 RAID
 Clustering
 Load balancing
 Servers
o High availability
o Cold site, hot site, warm site
o Mean time to restore, mean time between failures, recovery time
objectives and recovery point objectives
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SSCP Exam Objectives:
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4.1 Understand Risk Management Process
o Support mitigation activity (e.g., safeguards, countermeasures)
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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8.1 Protect and maintain the integrity of data files
o Implement redundancy and failover mechanisms
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What is the usual activation goal time for a hot site? How does that differ
from a warm site?
Why is a hot site so much more expensive to operate than a warm site?
Why is it important that two companies with a reciprocal agreement should
not be located too closely to each other?
Of the three redundancy solutions, which is the most common redundant
site type? Why is it the most common?
Which functions should be returned first when returning services from the
backup facility back to the primary facility?
Why should you locate redundant sites at least 25 miles from the primary
site?
What is the main advantage of RAID 0? Disadvantage?
What is the difference between RAID 0+1 and RAID 1+0?
Video/Demo
Time
10.1.1 Redundancy
4:55
10.1.2 Redundancy Measurement Parameters
5:12
10.1.4 RAID
7:27
10.1.5 Implementing RAID
5:22
10.1.8 Clustering
9:06
Total
32:02
Lab/Activity
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Configure Fault Tolerant Volumes
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Number of Exam Questions
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Total Time
About 65 minutes
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Summary
This section covers the following details about backup and restore.
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Types of backups:
o Full
o Incremental
o Differential
o Image
o Copy
o Daily
Backup strategies:
o Full Backup
o Full + Incremental
o Full + Differential
Considerations when managing backups
Backup media rotation systems:
o Grandfather Father Son (GFS)
o Tower of Hanoi
o Round Robin
Types of data that can be backed up:
o System state data
o Application data
o User data
Students will learn how to:
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Back up a Windows system.
Schedule automatic backups for Windows computers.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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2.7 Execute disaster recovery plans and procedures
o Backups / backout contingency plans or policies
o Backups, execution and frequency
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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2.8 Comply with data management policies (e.g., storage media (paper or
electronic), transmission archiving, retention requirements, destruction,
duplication, data lost prevention, social network usage, information rights
management (IRM))
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8.1 Protect and maintain the integrity of data files
o Perform data backups and recovery
Lecture Focus Questions:
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How is an incremental backup different than a differential backup?
When is the archive bit set? Which backup types reset the archive bit?
What is the advantage of the Full + Incremental backup strategy? What is
the disadvantage?
Why should backup tapes be stored offsite?
What are common types of backup media rotation systems used to
provide protection to adequately restore data?
How do you back up Active Directory?
What should you regularly do to make sure your backup strategy is
working properly?
Video/Demo
10.2.1 Backup and Restore
10.2.4 Performing System Backups
Total
Time
13:27
7:22
20:49
Lab/Activity
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Schedule an Automatic Backup
Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 45 minutes
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Section 10.3: File Encryption
Summary
In this section students will learn about the following file encryption programs:
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Encrypting File System (EFS)
GNU Privacy Guard (GPG) and Pretty Good Privacy (PGP)
Whole disk encryption (BitLocker)
Students will learn how to:
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Encrypt a file to secure data using EFS.
Authorize additional users who can access files encrypted with EFS.
Encrypt a file using GPG.
Protect hard drive contents with BitLocker.
Configure settings to control BitLocker using Group Policy.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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4.3 Explain the importance of data security
o Data encryption
 Full disk
 Database
 Individual files
6.2 Use and apply appropriate cryptographic tools and products
o PGP/GPG
o Whole disk encryption
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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8.1 Protect and maintain the integrity of data files
o Implement encryption technologies
Lecture Focus Questions:
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On which computers should you implement EFS?
What is the FEK? How is it used?
Under what conditions can EFS encryption be compromised?
What happens when an EFS encrypted file is copied over the network
using the SMB protocol?
Once a system encrypted with Bitlocker boots, who is able to access files?
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Video/Demo
Time
10.3.1 Encrypting File System (EFS)
11:47
10.3.2 Securing Files using EFS
11:45
10.3.4 PGP and GPG
4:34
10.3.5 Encrypting Files with GPG
4:58
10.3.6 BitLocker and Database Encryption
10.3.7 Configuring BitLocker
Total
13:02
6:17
52:23
Lab/Activity
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Encrypt Files with EFS
Configure BitLocker with a TPM
Number of Exam Questions
6 questions
Total Time
About 75 minutes
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Section 10.4: Secure Protocols
Summary
This section discusses secure protocols. Details include:
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Types of secure protocols:
o Secure Sockets Layer (SSL)
o Transport Layer Security (TLS)
o Secure Shell (SSH)
Protocols to secure HTTP:
o HTTPS
o S-HTTP
IPSec includes two protocols:
o Authentication Header (AH)
o Encapsulating Security Payload (ESP)
Modes of operation that can be implemented with IPSec:
o Transport mode
o Tunnel mode
Security Association (SA)
Internet Key Exchange (IKE)
Students will learn how to:
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Add SSL bindings to a Web site to support secure connections.
Modify Web site settings to require SSL.
Use SSL from a browser to create a secure connection.
Enforce the use of IPSec through Connection Security Rules.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.4 Implement and use common protocols
o IPSec
o SSH
o TLS
o SSL
o HTTPS
6.2 Use and apply appropriate cryptographic tools and products
o Use of algorithms with transport encryption
 SSL
 TLS
 IPSec
 SSH
 HTTPS
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5.2 Understand the use of Secure Protocols (e.g., difference in
implementation, appropriate use)
o Support the implementation of secure protocols (e.g., IPSec,
SSL/TLS, S/MIME)
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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2.1 Promote Information Security Awareness
o Using SSL Encryption
Lecture Focus Questions:
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How does SSL verify authentication credentials?
What protocol is the successor to SSL 3.0?
How can you tell that a session with a Web server is using SSL?
What is the difference between HTTPS and S-HTTP?
What does it mean when HTTPS is referenced as being stateful?
What is the difference between IPSec tunnel mode and transport mode?
Video/Demo
10.4.1 Secure Protocols
10.4.3 Secure Protocols 2
Time
8:44
15:26
10.4.4 Adding SSL to a Web Site
5:23
10.4.6 IPSec
5:14
10.4.8 Requiring IPSec for Communications
Total
14:22
49:09
Lab/Activity
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Allow SSL Connections
Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 75 minutes
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Section 10.5: Cloud Computing
Summary
This section provides students with an overview of cloud computing. Concepts
covered include:
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The role of cloud computing
The advantages of cloud computing
Cloud computing service models:
o Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
o Platform as a Service (PaaS)
o Software as a Service (SaaS)
Ways that cloud computing service providers reduce the risk of security
breaches
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.3 Distinguish and differentiate network design elements and compounds
o Cloud Computing
 Platform as a Service
 Software as a Service
 Infrastructure as a Service
2.1 Explain risk related concepts
o Risks associated to Cloud Computing and Virtualization
4.3 Explain the importance of data security
o Cloud computing
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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1.7 Understand basic security concepts related to cloud computing (e.g.,
virtualization, data control, storage, privacy, compliance)
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What are the advantages of cloud computing?
Which cloud computing service model delivers software applications to the
client?
What is the difference between Infrastructure as a Service and Platform as
a Service?
How does the cloud computing service reduce the risk of security
breaches?
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Video/Demo
10.5.1 Cloud Computing Introduction
10.5.2 Cloud Computing Security Issues
Total
Time
15:59
6:32
22:31
Number of Exam Questions
3 questions
Total Time
About 30 minutes
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Section 11.1: Vulnerability Assessment
Summary
This section provides information about using vulnerability assessment to identify
the vulnerabilities in a system or network. Tools to monitor vulnerability include:
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Vulnerability scanner
Ping scanner
Port Scanner
Network mapper
Password cracker
Open Vulnerability and Assessment Language (OVAL)
Students will learn how to:
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Scan a network with a vulnerability scanner, such as Nessus or MBSA, to
identify risk factors.
Download the latest security update information before starting a
vulnerability scan.
View security scan reports and identify vulnerabilities.
Perform a port scan using nmap on a single machine.
Use a password cracker to analyze a network for password vulnerabilities.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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3.7 Implement assessment tools and techniques to discover security
threats and vulnerabilities
o Vulnerability scanning and interpret results
o Tools
 Protocol analyzer
 Vulnerability scanner
 Port scanner
o Risk calculations
 Threat vs. likelihood
3.8 Within the realm of vulnerability assessments, explain the proper use
of penetration testing versus vulnerability scanning
o Vulnerability scanning
 Passively testing security controls
 Identify vulnerability
 Identify lack of security controls
 Identify common misconfiguration
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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o Scan for vulnerabilities
o Interpret results of scanning and testing
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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9.4 Review vulnerability reports, implement remediation
Lecture Focus Questions:
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Why should an administrator perform a vulnerability assessment on the
system?
What is the most important step to perform before running a vulnerability
scan? Why?
How does a port scanner identify devices with ports that are in a listening
state?
How do network mappers discover devices and identify open ports on
those devices?
What types of items does OVAL identify as a definition?
Video/Demo
11.1.1 Vulnerability Assessment
Time
4:54
11.1.3 Scanning a Network and Nessus
18:26
11.1.4 Scanning a Network with Retina
12:12
11.1.5 Scanning for Vulnerabilities Using MBSA
6:02
11.1.9 Performing Port and Ping Scans
2:36
11.1.10 Checking for Weak Passwords
9:21
Total
53:31
Lab/Activity
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Review a Vulnerability Scan 1
Review a Vulnerability Scan 2
Review a Vulnerability Scan 3
Number of Exam Questions
12 questions
Total Time
About 85 minutes
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Section 11.2: Penetration Testing
Summary
This section discusses penetration testing. Details include:
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Steps included in the penetration testing process:
o Verifying that a threat exists
o Bypassing security controls
o Actively testing security controls
o Exploiting vulnerabilities
Defining the Rules of Engagement (ROE)
Types of penetration testing:
o Physical penetration
o Operations penetration
o Electronic penetration
Classifications of penetration testing:
o Zero knowledge test (black box test)
o Full knowledge test (white box test)
o Partial knowledge test (grey box test)
o Single blind test
o Double blind test
The Open Source Security Testing Methodology Manual (OSSTMM)
Students will learn how to:
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Identify available penetration testing tools that can be used to analyze the
security of a network.
Utilize penetration testing tools to identify vulnerabilities in information
systems.
Verify the distribution of a security tool to ensure its integrity.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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3.8 Within the realm of vulnerability assessments, explain the proper use
of penetration testing verses vulnerability scanning
o Penetration testing
 Verify a threat exists
 Bypass security controls
 Actively test security controls
 Exploiting vulnerabilities
o Black box
o White box
o Gray box
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SSCP Exam Objectives:
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4.2 Perform Security Assessment Activities
o Participate in penetration testing
o Interpret results of scanning and testing
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What is the main goal of penetration testing?
What type of tools or methods does a penetration test use? Why should
you be careful in the methods you deploy?
What should you do first before performing a penetration test?
How does a penetration test differ from a vulnerability assessment or
scan?
What types of details do the Rules of Engagement identify?
What types of actions might a tester perform when attempting a physical
penetration?
What security function does the Open Source Security Testing
Methodology Manual (OSSTMM) provide?
Video/Demo
11.2.1 Penetration Testing
Time
2:32
11.2.3 Exploring Penetration Testing Tools 11:22
Total
13:54
Number of Exam Questions
9 questions
Total Time
About 25 minutes
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Section 11.3: Protocol Analyzers
Summary
In this section students will learn about the role of protocol analyzers. Concepts
covered include:
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Other names for protocol analyzers:
o Packet sniffers
o Packet analyzers
o Network analyzers
o Network sniffers
o Network scanners
Use a protocol analyzer to:
o Monitor and log network traffic
o Check for specific protocols on the network
o Identify frames that might cause errors
o Examine the data contained within a packet
o Analyze network performance
o Troubleshoot communication problems or investigate the source of
heavy network traffic
Using a packet sniffer requires the following configuration changes
o Configure the NIC in promiscuous mode (sometimes called pmode)
o Configure port mirroring on the switch
Filtering frames when using a protocol analyzer
Protocol tools can be used with protocol analyzers for active interception
of network traffic to perform attacks
Common protocol analyzers include:
o Wireshark
o Ethereal
o dSniff
o Ettercap
o Tcpdump
o Microsoft Network Monitor
Students will learn how to:
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Capture and analyze packets to troubleshoot a network using Wireshark.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.1 Explain the security function and purpose of network devices and
technologies
o Protocol analyzers
o Sniffers
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3.7 Implement assessment tools and techniques to discover security
threats and vulnerabilities
o Vulnerability scanning and interpret results
o Tools
 Protocol analyzer
 Sniffer
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What types of information can a protocol analyzer provide?
When using a protocol analyzer, why is it necessary to configure the NIC
in promiscuous mode?
When running a protocol analyzer on a switch, how does port mirroring
work?
What are some common protocol analyzers?
Video/Demo
Time
11.3.1 Protocol Analyzers
3:07
11.3.3 Analyzing Network Traffic
6:50
Total
9:57
Number of Exam Questions
8 questions
Total Time
About 20 minutes
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Section 11.4: Logs and Audits
Summary
This section discusses information about logs and audits. Details include:
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Types of events a log should include:
o Internet connection
o System level
o Application level
o User level
o Access
o Performance
o Firewall
The operating system audit subsystem provides the mechanism whereby
system events are monitored and logged:
o Kernel
o Device driver
o Daemon
o Manager interface
o Data analysis and reduction
Considerations when setting up a log archive:
o Retention Policies
o System requirements
o Security
Students will learn how to:
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Use Event Viewer to troubleshoot a system by viewing details of a logged
event.
Manage logging by saving or clearing logs, configuring filtering of logs, or
attaching a task to a log or event.
Identify operating system activities, warnings, informational messages,
and error messages using system logs.
Configure the audit logon events policy to audit the failure of a logon
attempt.
View and evaluate the recorded logs under Security in Event Viewer.
Security+ Exam Objectives:
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1.2 Apply and implement secure network administration principles
o Log analysis
2.2 Carry out appropriate risk mitigation strategies
o Perform routine audits
3.6 Analyze and differentiate among types of mitigation and deterrent
techniques
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o Monitoring system logs
 Event logs
 Audit logs
 Security logs
 Access logs
SSCP Exam Objectives:
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3.1 Maintain Effective Monitoring Systems (e.g., continuous monitoring)
o Review systems for unauthorized changes (i.e., file integrity
checkers, honeypots, unauthorized connections)
o Monitor deviations from normal activity (e.g., white lists, anomaly
detection, profiling)
o Install and configure agents and management systems
3.2 Analyze Monitoring Results (e.g., review and analysis of log and
reports, false positives, communicate findings)
Security Pro Exam Objectives:
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9.1 Implement Logging and Auditing
9.2 Review security logs and violation reports, implement remediation
9.3 Review audit reports, implement remediation
9.4 Review vulnerability reports, implement remediation
Lecture Focus Questions:
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How does logging affect system resources?
What factors should you take into consideration when archiving log files?
How can you protect log files from access and modification attacks?
What types of information are included in events recorded in logs?
When would you choose an external auditor over an internal auditor?
How can escalation auditing help to secure the system?
Video/Demo
Time
11.4.1 Logs
3:24
10.4.3 Logging Events with Event Viewer
3:52
10.4.4 Audits
3:13
10.4.6 Auditing the Windows Security Log
10.4.8 Auditing Device Logs
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Lab/Activity
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Configure Advanced Audit Policy
Enable Device Logs
Number of Exam Questions
15 questions
Total Time
About 65 minutes
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Security Pro Practice Exams
Summary
This section provides information to help prepare students to take the Security
Pro Certification exam. Students will have the opportunity of testing their mastery
of the concepts presented in this course to reaffirm that they are ready for the
certification exam.
Students will typically take about 5-10 minutes (depending upon the complexity
and their level of knowledge) to complete each simulation question in the
following practice exams. There is no time limit on the amount of time a student
can take to complete the practice exams for the following domains.
Security Pro Domain 1: Access Control and Identity Management (21 simulation
questions)
Security Pro Domain 2: Policies, Procedures, Awareness (1 simulation question)
Security Pro Domain 3: Physical Security (3 simulation questions)
Security Pro Domain 4: Perimeter Defenses (9 simulation questions)
Security Pro Domain 5: Network Defenses (7 simulation questions)
Security Pro Domain 6: Host Defenses (7 simulation questions)
Security Pro Domain 7: Application Defenses (8 simulation questions)
Security Pro Domain 8: Data Defenses (5 simulation questions)
Security Pro Domain 9: Audits and Assessments (5 simulation questions)
The Security Pro Certification Practice Exam consists of 15 simulation questions
that are randomly selected from the above practice exams. Each time the
Certification Practice Exam is accessed different questions may be presented.
The Certification Practice Exam has a time limit of 90 minutes. A passing score
of 95% should verify that the student has mastered the concepts and is ready to
take the real certification exam.
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Security+ Practice Exams
Summary
This section provides information to help prepare students to take the Security+
exam and to register for the exam. Students will have the opportunity of testing
their mastery of the concepts presented in this course to reaffirm that they are
ready for the certification exam.
Students will typically take about 1 minute to complete each question in the
following practice exams. There is no time limit on the amount of time a student
can take to complete the practice exams for the following domains.
Security+ Domain 1: Network Security (153 questions)
Security+ Domain 2: Compliance and Operational Security (122 questions)
Security+ Domain 3: Threats and Vulnerabilities (142 questions)
Security+ Domain 4: Application, Data and Host Security (30 questions)
Security+ Domain 5: Access Control and Identity Management (85 questions)
Security+ Domain 6: Cryptography (88 questions)
The Security+ Certification Practice Exam consists of 100 questions that are
randomly selected from the above practice exams. Each time the Certification
Practice Exam is accessed different questions may be presented. The
Certification Practice Exam has a time limit of 90 minutes. A passing score of
95% should verify that the student has mastered the concepts and is ready to
take the real certification exam.
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SSCP Practice Exams
Summary
This section provides information to help prepare students to take the SSCP
exam and to register for the exam. Students will have the opportunity of testing
their mastery of the concepts presented in this course to reaffirm that they are
ready for the certification exam.
Students will typically take about 1 minute to complete each question in the
following practice exams. There is no time limit on the amount of time a student
can take to complete the practice exams for the following domains.
SSCP Domain 1: Access Control (58 questions)
SSCP Domain 2: Security Operations & Administration (64 questions)
SSCP Domain 3: Monitoring and Analysis (22 questions)
SSCP Domain 4: Risk, Response, and Recovery (42 questions)
SSCP Domain 5: Cryptography (90 questions)
SSCP Domain 6: Networks and Communications (87 questions)
SSCP Domain 7: Malicious Code and Attacks (87 questions)
The SSCP Certification Practice Exam consists of 125 questions that are
randomly selected from the above practice exams. Each time the Certification
Practice Exam is accessed different questions may be presented. The
Certification Practice Exam has a time limit of 3 hours. A passing score of 95%
should verify that the student has mastered the concepts and is ready to take the
real certification exam.
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Appendix A: Approximate Time for the Course
The total time for the LabSim Security Pro course is approximately 85 hours and
5 minutes. The time is calculated by adding the approximate time for each
section which is calculated using the following elements:
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Video/demo times
Approximate time to read the text lesson (the length of each text lesson is
taken into consideration)
Simulations (5 minutes assigned per simulation)
Questions (1 minute per question)
The breakdown for this course is as follows:
Module
Sections
Time
Total
HR:MM
70
25
95
1:35
30
55
25
20
75
100
25
30
100
40
65
20
585
9:45
45
35
40
25
65
40
250
4:10
1.0 Introduction
1.1 Security Overview
1.2 Using the Simulator
2.0 Access Control and Identity Management
2.1 Access Control Models
2.2 Authentication
2.3 Authorization
2.4 Access Control Best Practices
2.5 Windows Domain Users and Groups
2.6 Linux Users and Groups
2.7 Linux User Security
2.8 Group Policy Overview
2.9 Hardening Authentication
2.10 Remote Access
2.11 Network Authentication
2.12 Identity Management
3.0 Cryptography
3.1 Cryptography
3.2 Hashing
3.3 Symmetric Encryption
3.4 Asymmetric Encryption
3.5 Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
3.6 Cryptography Implementations
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4.0 Policies, Procedures, and Awareness
4.1 Security Policies
4.2 Business Continuity
4.3 Risk Management
4.4 Incident Response
4.5 Social Engineering
4.6 Certification and Accreditation
4.7 Development
4.8 Employee Management
100
20
30
50
55
40
35
40
370
6:10
50
20
45
30
25
170
2:50
95
90
35
30
40
30
40
25
45
40
105
575
9:35
15
15
10
100
55
195
3:15
5.0 Physical Security
5.1 Physical Security
5.2 Hardware Security
5.3 Environmental Controls
5.4 Mobile Devices
5.5 Telephony
6.0 Networking
6.1 Networking Review
6.2 Perimeter Attacks
6.3 Security Appliances
6.4 Demilitarized Zones (DMZ)
6.5 Firewalls
6.6 Network Address Translation (NAT)
6.7 Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
6.8 Web Threat Protection
6.9 Network Access Control (NAC)
6.10 Wireless Attacks
6.11 Wireless Defenses
7.0 Network Defenses
7.1 Network Devices
7.2 Network Device Vulnerabilities
7.3 Switch Attacks
7.4 Router and Switch Security
7.5 Intrusion Detection and Prevention
8.0 Host Defenses
8.1 Malware
8.2 Password Attacks
8.3 Windows System Hardening
8.4 Hardening Enforcement
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20
105
35
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8.5 File Server Security
8.6 Linux Host Security
50
20
310
5:10
70
100
45
25
50
65
355
5:55
65
45
75
75
30
290
4:50
85
25
20
65
195
3:15
105
5
15
45
35
35
40
25
25
90
420
7:00
9.0 Application Defenses
9.1 Web Application Attacks
9.2 Internet Browsers
9.3 E-mail
9.4 Network Applications
9.5 Virtualization
9.6 Application Development
10.0 Data Defenses
10.1 Redundancy
10.2 Backup and Restore
10.3 File Encryption
10.4 Secure Protocols
10.5 Cloud Computing
11.0 Assessments and Audits
11.1 Vulnerability Assessment
11.2 Penetration Testing
11.3 Protocol Analyzers
11.4 Logs and Audits
Security Pro Practice Exams
Domain 1: Access Control and Identity
Management (21 sims)
Domain 2: Policies, Procedures, Awareness (1 sim)
Domain 3: Physical Security (3 sims)
Domain 4: Perimeter Defenses (9 sims)
Domain 5: Network Defenses (7 sims)
Domain 6: Host Defenses (7 sims)
Domain 7: Application Defenses (8 sims)
Domain 8: Data Defenses (5 sims)
Domain 9: Audits and Assessments (5 sims)
Security Pro Certification Practice Exam (15 sims)
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Security+ Practice Exams
Domain 1: Network Security (153 questions)
153
Domain 2: Compliance and Operational Security
(122 questions)
122
Domain 3: Threats and Vulnerabilities (142
questions)
142
Domain 4: Application, Data and Host Security (30
questions)
30
Domain 5: Access Control and Identity
Management (85 questions)
Domain 6: Cryptography (88 questions)
85
88
Security+ Certification Practice Exam (100
questions)
100
720
12:00
575
9:35
5105
85:05
SSCP Practice Exams
Domain 1: Access Control (58 questions)
Domain 2: Security Operations & Administration
(64 questions)
Domain 3: Monitoring and Analysis (22 questions)
Domain 4: Risk, Response, and Recovery (42
questions)
Domain 5: Cryptography (90 questions)
Domain 6: Networks and Communications (87
questions)
Domain 7: Malicious Code and Attacks (87
questions)
SSCP Certification Practice Exam (125 questions)
58
64
22
42
90
87
87
125
Total
Time
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Appendix B: Security Pro Changes
Instructors who have taught the previous LabSim Security+ version of this course
may find the following information valuable.
This report details all the changes that were made from the previous course such
as:




A new video, demo, simulation or text that has been created
A video, demo or text that has been updated
New questions that have been added to a section
A new section that has been added to a module
Section Title
All
1.2 Using the
Simulator
2.2 Authentication
2.5 Windows Domain
Users and Groups
2.6 Linux Users and
Groups
2.7 Linux User
Security
Index
Simulations
Videos
Text
1.2.1
1.2.2
1.2.3
2.2.5
2.5.5
2.5.6
2.5.8
2.5.9
2.5.10
2.5.11
2.5.12
2.6.1
2.6.2
2.6.4
2.6.5
2.6.6
2.6.7
2.6.8
2.6.9
2.6.10
2.6.12
2.6.13
2.6.14
2.7.1
2.7.2
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Updated Environment – Increased Functionality
Reformatted
Re-themed – Updated for SSCP
New Demo: Using the Simulator
New Sim: Configure a Security Appliance
New Sim: Install a Security Appliance
Updated Demo: Using Single Sign-on
New Demo: Creating User Accounts
New Demo: Managing User Account Properties
New Sim: Create User Accounts
New Sim: Manage User Accounts
New Demo: Managing Groups
Updated Sim: Create a Group
New Sim: Create Global Groups
New Video: Linux User and Group Overview
New Demo: Managing Linux Users
New Sim: Create a User Account
New Sim: Rename a User Account
New Sim: Delete a User
New Sim: Change Your Password
New Sim: Change a User's Password
New Sim: Lock and Unlock User Accounts
New Video: Managing Linux Groups
New Sim: Rename and Create Groups
New Sim: Add Users to a Group
New Sim: Remove a User from a Group
New Video: Linux User Security and Restrictions
New Demo: Configuring Linux User Security and
Restrictions
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2.9 Hardening
Authentication
2.9.1
2.9.2
2.9.3
2.9.4
2.9.5
2.9.7
2.9.8
2.9.9
2.9.10
2.9.11
2.9.12
2.12 Identity
Management
3.1 Cryptography
3.5 Public Key
Infrastructure (PKI)
4.1 Security Policies
2.12.1
New Video: Hardening Authentication
New Demo: Configuring User Account Restrictions
New Demo: Configuring Account Policies and UAC
Settings
New Demo: Hardening User Accounts
New Demo: Configuring Smart Card Authentication
Updated Sim: Configure User Account Restrictions
Updated Sim: Configure Account Policies
New Sim: Restrict Local Accounts
New Sim: Secure Default Accounts
Updated Sim: Enforce User Account Control
New Sim: Configure Smart Card Authentication
New Video: Identity Management
3.1.3
3.5.3
Updated Video: Cryptographic Attacks
Update Sim: Manage Certificates
4.1.7
4.1.9
4.1.10
4.5.5
4.6.1
4.6.2
4.7.1
4.7.2
4.8.1
New Demo: Wiping a Hard Drive
New Video: Manageable Network Plan
New Video: Manageable Network Plan 2
New Sim: Respond to Social Engineering
Updated Video: Trusted Computing
Updated Video: Certification and Accreditation
Updated Video: System Development Life Cycle
Updated Video: System Development Life Cycle 2
Updated Video: Employment Practices
5.1.1
5.1.4
5.2.2
5.4.2
5.4.4
5.5.1
6.3.6
6.3.7
Updated Video: Physical Security
New Sim: Implement Physical Security
New Demo: Breaking into a System
New Demo: Securing Mobile Devices
New Sim: Secure an iPad
Updated Video: Telephony
New Demo: Configuring Network Security Appliance
Access
New Sim: Configure Network Security Appliance
Access
New Video: Demilitarized Zones
New Demo: Configuring a DMZ
New Sim: Configure a DMZ
New Demo: Configuring a Perimeter Firewall
New Sim: Configure a Perimeter Firewall
Updated Video: Network Address Translation
New Demo: Configuring NAT
New Demo: Configuring a VPN
4.5 Social Engineering
4.6 Certification and
Accreditation
4.7 Development
4.8 Employee
Management
5.1 Physical Security
5.2 Hardware Security
5.4 Mobile Devices
5.5 Telephony
6.3 Security
Appliances
6.4 Demilitarized
Zones (DMZ)
6.5 Firewalls
6.6 Network Address
Translation (NAT)
6.7 Virtual Private
6.4.1
6.4.2
6.4.3
6.5.3
6.5.4
6.6.1
6.6.2
6.7.2
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Networks (VPN)
6.8 Web Threat
Protection
6.9 Network Access
Control (NAC)
6.10 Wireless Attacks
6.11 Wireless
Defenses
7.2 Network Device
Vulnerabilities
7.4 Router and Switch
Security
7.5 Intrusion Detection
and Prevention
8.1 Malware
8.3 Windows System
Hardening
6.7.3
6.7.4
6.8.1
6.8.2
6.8.3
6.9.1
6.9.2
6.10.1
6.11.7
6.11.8
6.11.9
6.11.10
7.2.4
7.2.5
7.4.8
7.4.9
7.4.10
7.4.11
7.4.12
7.4.13
7.5.5
7.5.6
8.1.4
8.1.5
8.1.6
8.3.4
8.3.5
8.3.6
8.3.7
8.3.8
8.3.9
8.3.10
8.4 Hardening
Enforcement
8.4.1
8.4.3
8.4.5
8.5 File Server Security 8.5.5
8.6 Linux Host
8.6.1
Security
8.6.2
9.2 Internet Browsers
9.2.1
9.2.2
9.2.3
9.2.5
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New Sim: Configure a Remote Access VPN
New Sim: Configure a VPN Connection iPad
New Video: Web Threat Protection
New Demo: Configuring Web Threat Protection
New Sim: Configure Web Threat Protection
Updated Video: Network Access Protection
Updated Demo: Implementing NAP with DHCP
Enforcement
New Video: Wireless Attacks
New Demo: Configuring a Wireless Access Point
Updated Demo: Configuring a Wireless Connection
New Sim: Secure a Wireless Network
New Sim: Secure a Wireless Network 2
New Demo: Securing a Switch
New Sim: Secure a Switch
New Demo: Configuring VLANs
New Sim: Explore VLANs
New Demo: Hardening a Switch
New Sim: Harden a Switch
New Sim: Secure Access to a Switch
New Sim: Secure Access to a Switch 2
New Demo: Implementing Intrusion Prevention
New Sim: Implement Intrusion Prevention
Updated Demo: Implementing Malware Protections
Updated Demo: Using Windows Defender
Updated Sim: Configure Windows Defender
Updated Demo: Managing Automatic Updates
Updated Sim: Configure Automatic Updates
Updated Demo: Configuring Windows Firewall
Updated Sim: Configure Windows Firewall
Updated Demo: Configuring Windows Firewall Adv
Features
Updated Demo: Configuring Parental Controls
Updated Sim: Configure Parental Controls
New Video: Hardening Enforcement with GPOs
New Demo: Configuring GPOs to Enforce Security
New Sim: Manage Services with Group Policy
Updated Demo: Configuring NTFS Permissions
New Video: Linux Host Security
New Demo: Removing Unneeded Services and
Scanning Ports
Updated Demo: Managing Security Zones and Addons
Updated Demo: Configuring IE Enhanced Security
Updated Demo: Managing Cookies
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9.2.7
9.2.10
9.2.11
9.3 E-mail
9.5 Virtualization
9.6 Application
Development
10.2 Backup and
Restore
10.3 File Encryption
10.4 Secure Protocols
9.3.3
9.3.5
9.3.6
9.3.7
9.5.5
9.6.5
9.6.6
9.6.7
9.6.8
10.2.1
10.2.4
10.2.5
10.3.1
10.3.2
10.3.7
10.3.8
10.4.1
10.4.2
10.4.8
11.1 Vulnerability
Assessment
10.1.3
10.1.4
10.1.5
11.1.6
11.1.7
11.1.8
11.2 Penetration
Testing
11.4 Logs and Audits
11.2.3
11.4.6
11.4.7
11.4.8
11.4.9
Security Pro Practice
Exams
Security+ Practice
Exams
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Updated Demo: Clearing the Browser Cache
Updated Demo: Implementing Popup Blockers
New Demo: Enforcing IE Settings through GPO
New Sim: Enforce IE Settings through GPO
Updated Demo: Protecting a Client from Spam
New Sim: Configure E-mail Filters
New Demo: Securing E-mail on iPad
New Sim: Secure E-mail on iPad
Updated Demo: Managing Virtual Machines
New Demo: Implementing App Whitelisting with
AppLocker
New Sim: Implement Application Whitelisting with
AppLocker
New Demo: Implementing Data Execution
Preventions (DEP)
New Sim: Implement Data Execution Preventions
(DEP)
Updated Video: Backup and Restore
Updated Demo: Performing System Backups
Updated Sim: Schedule an Automatic Backup
Updated Video: Encrypting File System (EFS)
Updated Demo: Securing Files using EFS
New Demo: Configuring BitLocker
New Sim: Configure BitLocker with a TPM
Updated Video: Secure Protocols
Updated Video: Secure Protocols 2
Updated Demo: Requiring IPSec for
Communications
Updated Demo: Scanning a Network with Nessus
New Demo: Scanning a Network with Retina
Updated Demo: Scanning for Vulnerabilities Using
MBSA
New Sim: Review a Vulnerability Scan 1
New Sim: Review a Vulnerability Scan 2
New Sim: Review a Vulnerability Scan 3
Exploring Penetration Testing Tools
Updated Demo: Auditing the Windows Security Log
New Sim: Configure Advanced Audit Policy
New Demo: Auditing Device Logs
New Sim: Enable Device Logs
9 Domains: 66 Simulation questions
Security Pro Certification Practice Exam: 15
Simulations
6 Domains: 620 Questions
Security+ (SY0-301) Certification Practice Exam: 100
175
SSCP Practice Exams
Questions
7 Domains: 450 Questions
SSCP Certification Practice Exam: 125 Questions
New: Feature was not in previous course – new feature
Updated: Replaces previous feature - new version
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The order of some sections has changed between the LabSim Security+ course
and the TestOut Security Pro course. The following table maps these changes:
Map of Course Content
From the TestOut Security+ Course
To the new TestOut Security Pro Course
Security+
0.1 Security Overview
0.2 Windows Networking
1.1 Access Control Models
1.2 Authentication
1.3 User Accounts and Passwords
1.4 Authorization
1.5 Physical Security
1.6 Access Control Best
Practices
2.1 Cryptography
2.2 Hashing
2.3 Symmetric Encryption
2.4 Asymmetric Encryption
2.5 Public Key Infrastructure
(PKI)
2.6 Cryptography
Implementations
2.7 Secure Protocols
3.1 OSI Model Review
3.2 Protocols and Ports
3.3 IP Addressing
3.4 Network Devices
3.5 Network Authentication
3.6 Remote Access
3.7 RADIUS and TACACS+
3.8 Wireless Networking
3.9 Cloud Computing
4.1 Reconnaissance
4.2 Denial of Service (DoS)
4.3 Session and Spoofing
Attacks
4.4 DNS Attacks
4.5 Switch Attacks
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1.1 Security Overview
2.5 Windows Domain Users and
Groups
2.8 Group Policy Overview
2.1 Access Control Models
2.2 Authentication
2.9 Hardening Authentication
2.3 Authorization
5.1 Physical Security
2.4 Access Control Best Practices
3.1 Cryptography
3.2 Hashing
3.3 Symmetric Encryption
3.4 Asymmetric Encryption
3.5 Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
3.6 Cryptography
Implementations
10.4 Secure Protocols
6.1 Networking Review
6.1 Networking Review
6.1 Networking Review
7.1 Network Devices
2.11 Network Authentication
2.10 Remote Access
6.7 Virtual Private Networks
(VPN)
2.10 Remote Access
6.11 Wireless Defenses
10.5 Cloud Computing
6.2 Perimeter Attacks
6.2 Perimeter Attacks
6.2 Perimeter Attacks
6.2 Perimeter Attacks
7.3 Switch Attacks
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4.6 Wireless Attacks
4.7 Network Device
Vulnerabilities
5.1 Firewalls
5.2 Security Zones
5.3 Intrusion Detection
5.4 Router and Switch
Security
5.5 Security Solutions
5.6 Mobile Devices
5.7 Telephony
6.1 Malware
6.2 Password Attacks
6.3 Operating System
Hardening
6.4 Hardware Security
6.5 File Security
7.1 Web Application Attacks
7.2 Internet Explorer
7.3 E-mail
7.4 Network Applications
7.5 Virtualization
7.6 Application Development
8.1 Security Policies
8.2 Business Continuity
8.3 Redundancy
8.4 Backup and Restore
8.5 Environmental Controls
8.6 Social Engineering
8.7 Incident Response
9.1 Risk Management
9.2 Vulnerability Assessment
9.3 Penetration Testing
9.4 Protocol Analyzers
9.5 Logs and Audits
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7.2:Network Device Vulnerabilities
6.5 Firewalls
6.3 Security Appliances
7.5 Intrusion Detection and
Prevention
7.4 Router and Switch Security
6.3 Security Appliances
5.4 Mobile Devices
5.5 Telephony
8.1 Malware
8.2 Password Attacks
8.3 Windows System Hardening
5.2 Hardware Security
8.5 File Server Security
9.1 Web Application Attacks
9.2 Internet Browsers
9.3 E-mail
9.4 Network Applications
9.5 Virtualization
9.6 Application Development
4.1 Security Policies
4.2 Business Continuity
10.1 Redundancy
10.2 Backup and Restore
5.3 Environmental Controls
4.5 Social Engineering
4.4 Incident Response
4.3 Risk Management
11.1 Vulnerability Assessment
11.2 Penetration Testing
11.3 Protocol Analyzers
11.4 Logs and Audits
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Appendix C: Security Pro Objectives
The Security Pro certification exam (2012 edition) covers the following:
#
Domain
1.0
Access Control and Identity Management
1.1
Create, modify, and delete user profiles
Module.Section
2.5, 2.6, 2.8, 2.11
8.4
Manage Windows Domain Users and Groups
o Create, rename, and delete users and
groups
o Assign users to appropriate groups
o Lock and unlock user accounts
o Change a user's password
Manage Linux Users and Groups
o Create, rename, and delete users and
groups
o Assign users to appropriate groups
o Lock and unlock user accounts
o Change a user's password
o Configure password aging
Manage Windows Local Users and Groups
o Restrict use of local user accounts
Restrict use of common access accounts
1.2
Harden authentication
Configure Domain GPO Account Policy to enforce
a robust password policy
Configure the Domain GPO to control local
administrator group membership and
Administrator password
Disable or rename default accounts such as Guest
and Administrator
Configure the Domain GPO to enforce User
Account Control
Configure a GPO for Smart Card authentication for
sensitive resources
Configure secure Remote Access
Implement centralized authentication
1.3
Manage Certificates
2.2, 2.8, 2.9, 2.10,
2.11, 2.12
7.2
8.4
2.2, 2.5, 2.11
3.1, 3.5
Approve, deny, and revoke certificate requests
Configure Domain GPO Kerberos Settings
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2.0
Policies, Procedures, and Awareness
2.1
Promote Information Security Awareness
Traveling with Personal Mobile Devices
Exchanging content between Home and Work
Storing of Personal Information on the Internet
Using Social Networking Sites
Using SSL Encryption
Utilizing E-mail best practices
Password Management
Photo/GPS Integration
Information Security
2.2
Evaluate Information Risk
2.9
4.1, 4.8
5.4
8.2
9.3
10.4
4.3
10.5
Perform Risk calculation
Risk avoidance, transference, acceptance,
mitigation, and deterrence
2.3
Maintain Hardware and Software Inventory
3.0
Physical Security
3.1
Harden Data Center Physical Access
4.2, 4.8
10.1
4.5
5.1
Implement Access Rosters
Utilize Visitor Identification and control
Protect Doors and Windows
Implement Physical Intrusion Detection Systems
3.2
Harden mobile devices (iPad)
5.4
6.10, 6.11
Apply the latest Software Updates
Enable Auto-lock and Passcode Lock
Disable Network Discovery
Disable Bluetooth
Configure Secure Browser Settings
Configure Secure E-mail Settings
3.3
Harden mobile devices (Laptop)
5.4
6,10, 6.11
Set a BIOS Password
Set a Login Password
Implement full disk encryption
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4.0
Perimeter Defenses
4.1
Harden the Network Perimeter (using a Cisco Network
Security Appliance)
Change the Default Username and Password
Configure a Firewall
Create a DMZ
Configure NAT
Configure VPN
Implement Web Threat Protection
4.2
Secure a Wireless Access Point (WAP)
2.1, 2.5, 2.9, 2.10
3.6
5.1
6.2, 6.4, 6.6, 6.7,
6.8, 6.9, 6.11
7.5
8.2, 8.3, 8.4, 8.5
10.4
6.2, 6.10, 6.11
Change the Default Username, Password, and
Administration limits
Implement WPA2
Configure Enhanced Security
o MAC filtering
o SSID cloaking
o Power Control
5.0
Network Defenses
5.1
Harden Network Devices (using a Cisco Small Business
Switch)
Change the Default Username and Password on
network devices
Use secure passwords
Shutdown unneeded services and ports
Implement Port Security
Remove unsecure protocols (FTP, telnet, rlogin,
rsh)
Implement access lists, deny everything else
Run latest IOS version
Turn on logging with timestamps
Segment Traffic using VLANs
5.2
Implement Intrusion Detection/Prevention (using a Cisco
Network Security Appliance)
2.1, 2.9, 2.10, 2.11
5.1
6.4
8.2, 8.4
7.5
Enable IPS protection for a LAN and DMZ
Apply IPS Signature Updates
Configure IPS Policy
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6.0
Host Defenses
6.1
Harden Computer Systems Against Attack
Configure a GPO to enforce Workstation/Server
security settings
Configure Domain GPO to enforce use of Windows
Firewall
Configure Domain Servers GPO to remove
unneeded services (such as File and Printer
Sharing)
Protect against spyware and unwanted software
using Windows Defender
Configure NTFS Permissions for Secure file sharing
6.2
Implement Patch Management/System Updates
2.2, 2.5, 2.6, 2.8,
2.9, 2.10, 2.11,
2.12
7.2
8.3, 8.4
8.3, 8.4
Configure Windows Update
6.3
Perform System Backups and Recovery
7.0
Application Defenses
7.1
Implement Application Defenses
Configure a GPO to enforce Internet Explorer
settings
Configure a GPO for Application Whitelisting
Enable Data Execution Prevention (DEP)
Configure Web Application Security
Configure Parental Controls to enforce Web content
filtering
7.2
Implement Patch Management/Software Updates
10.2
2.8
6.3
8.3, 8.4
9.2, 9.4, 9.6
8.3
Configure Microsoft Update
8.0
Data Defenses
8.1
Protect and maintain the integrity of data files
Implement encryption technologies
Perform data backups and recovery
Implement redundancy and failover mechanisms
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3.1, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5,
3.6
6.2, 6.7, 6.10, 6.11
8.2, 8.5
9.3, 9.4
10.1, 10.2, 10.3,
10.4
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8.2
Protect Data Transmissions across open, public networks
Encrypt Data Communications
Implement secure protocols
Remove unsecure protocols
9.0
Audits and Assessments
9.1
Implement Logging and Auditing
Configure Domain GPO Audit Policy
Configure Domain GPO for Event Logging
9.2
Review security logs and violation reports, implement
remediation
9.3
Review audit reports, implement remediation
9.4
Review vulnerability reports, implement remediation
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2.2, 2.5, 2.10
3.1, 3.3, 3.4, 3.6
5.4
6.2, 6.7, 6.10, 6.11
8.5, 9.3, 9.4
10.4
2.1, 2.3, 2.5, 2.8,
2.9
8.2, 8.3, 8.4
11.4
4.4, 6.5, 7.5
8.1, 8.4, 9.6, 11.4
4.1, 4.4
7.5, 11.4
11.1
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Appendix D: CompTIA Security+ (2011 Edition) Exam
SY0-301 Objectives
The Security + exam tests general knowledge of security concepts, threats, and
tools. The exam covers the following topics.
#
Objective
1.0
Network Security
1.1
Explain the security function and purpose of network devices
and technologies
Firewalls
Routers
Switches
Load Balancers
Proxies
Web security gateways
VPN concentrators
NIDS and NIPS (Behavior based, signature based,
anomaly based, heuristic)
Protocol analyzers
Sniffers
Spam filter, all-in-one security appliances
Web application firewall vs. network firewall
URL filtering, content inspection, malware inspection
1.2
Apply and implement secure network administration
principles
Rule-based management
Firewall rules
VLAN management
Secure router configuration
Access control lists
Port Security
802.1x
Flood guards
Loop protection
Implicit deny
Prevent network bridging by network separation
Log analysis
1.3
Distinguish and differentiate network design elements and
compounds
DMZ
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6.3, 6.4, 6.5, 6.7
,6.8
7.1, 7.5
11.3
2.1, 2.4, 2.12
6.5
7.4
8.5, 8.6
9.5
11.4
2.10
5.5
6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 6.6,
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Subnetting
VLAN
NAT
Remote Access
Telephony
NAC
Virtualization
Cloud Computing
o Platform as a Service
o Software as a Service
o Infrastructure as a Service
1.4
Implement and use common protocols
IPSec
SNMP
SSH
DNS
TLS
SSL
TCP/IP
FTPS
HTTPS
SFTP
SCP
ICMP
IPv4 vs. IPv6
1.5
Identify commonly used default network ports
7.4
9.5
10.5
6.1
7.4
8.5
10.4
6.1
FTP
SFTP
FTPS
TFTP
TELNET
HTTP
HTTPS
SCP
SSH
NetBIOS
1.6
Implement wireless network in a secure manner
6.11
WPA
WPA2
WEP
EAP
PEAP
LEAP
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MAC filter
SSID broadcast
TKIP
CCMP
Antenna Placement
Power level controls
2.0
Compliance and Operational Security
2.1
Explain risk related concepts
Control types
o Technical
o Management
o Operational
False positives
Importance of policies in reducing risk
o Privacy policy
o Acceptable use
o Security policy
o Mandatory vacations
o Job rotation
o Separation of duties
o Least privilege
Risk calculation
o Likelihood
o ALE
o Impact
Quantitative vs. qualitative
Risk-avoidance, transference, acceptance,
mitigation, deterrence
Risks associated to Cloud Computing and
Virtualization
2.2
Carry out appropriate risk mitigation strategies
Implement security controls based on risk
Change management
Incident management
User rights and permissions reviews
Perform routine audits
Implement policies and procedures to prevent data
loss or theft
2.3
Execute appropriate incident response procedures
2.4
4.1, 4.3, 4.8
7.5
9.5
10.5
4.1, 4.3
5.2
8.5, 8.6
9.1
11.4
4.4
Basic forensic procedures
o Order of volatility
o Capture system image
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o Network traffic and logs
o Capture video
o Record time offset
o Take hashes
o Screenshots
o Witnesses
o Track man hours and expense
Damage and loss control
Chain of custody
Incident response: first responder
2.4
Explain the importance of security related awareness and
training
4.1, 4.5, 4.6, 4.8
8.2
9.1, 9.4
Security policy training and procedures
Personally identifiable information
Information classification: Sensitivity of data (hard or
soft)
Data labeling, handling, and disposal
Compliance with laws, best practices, and standards
User habits
o Password behaviors
o Data handling
o Clean desk policies
o Prevent tailgating
o Personally owned devices
Threat awareness
o New viruses
o Phishing attacks
o Zero day exploits
Use of social networking and P2P
2.5
Compare and contrast aspects of business continuity
4.2
Business impact analysis
Removing single points of failure
Business continuity planning and testing
Continuity of operations
Disaster recovery
IT contingency planning
Succession planning
2.6
Explain the impact and proper use of environmental controls
5.3
HVAC
Fire suppression
EMI shielding
Hot and cold aisles
Environmental monitoring
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Temperature and humidity controls
Video monitoring
2.7
Execute disaster recovery plans and procedures
10.2
Backup / backout contingency plans or policies
Backups, execution, and frequency
Redundancy and fault tolerance
o Hardware
o RAID
o Clustering
o Load balancing
o Servers
High availability
Cold site, hot site, warm site
Mean time to restore, mean time between failures,
recovery time objectives, and recovery point
objectives
2.8
Exemplify the concepts of confidentiality, integrity and
availability (CIA)
3.0
Threats and Vulnerabilities
3.1
Analyze and differentiate among types of malware
1.1
7.2
8.1
Adware
Virus
Worms
Spyware
Trojan
Rootkits
Backdoors
Logic bomb
Botnets
3.2
Analyze and differentiate among types of attacks
Man-in-the-middle
DDoS
DoS
Replay
Smurf attack
Spoofing
Spam
Phishing
Spim
Vishing
Spear phishing
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Pharming
Privilege escalation
Malicious insider threat
DNS poisoning and ARP poisoning
Transitive access
Client-side attacks
3.3
Analyze and differentiate among types of social engineering
attacks
4.5
Shoulder surfing
Dumpster diving
Tailgating
Impersonation
Hoaxes
Whaling
Vishing
3.4
Analyze and differentiate among types of wireless attacks
6.10
Rogue access points
Interference
Evil twin
War driving
Bluejacking
Bluesnarfing
War chalking
IV attack
Packet sniffing
3.5
Analyze and differentiate among types of application attacks
9.1, 9.2
Cross-site scripting
SQL injection
LDAP injection
XML injection
Directory traversal/command injection
Buffer overflow
Zero day
Cookies and attachments
Malicious add-ons
Session hijacking
Header manipulation
3.6
Analyze and differentiate among types of mitigation and
deterrent techniques
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Manual bypassing of electronic controls
Failsafe/secure vs. failopen
Monitoring system logs
o Event logs
o Audit logs
o Security logs
o Access logs
Physical security
o Hardware locks
o Mantraps
o Video surveillance
o Fencing
o Proximity readers
o Access list
Hardening
o Disabling unnecessary services
o Protecting management interfaces and
applications
o Password protection
o Disabling unnecessary accounts
Port security
o MAC limiting and filtering
o 802.1x
o Disabling unused ports
Security posture
o Initial baseline configuration
o Continuous security monitoring
o Remediation
Reporting
o Alarms
o Alerts
o Trends
Detection controls vs. prevention controls
o IDS vs. IPS
o Camera vs. guard
3.7
Implement assessment tools and techniques to discover
security threats and vulnerabilities
Vulnerability scanning and interpret results
Tools
o Protocol analyzer
o Sniffer
o Vulnerability scanner
o Honeypots
o Honeynets
o Port scanner
Risk calculations
o Threat vs. likelihood
Assessment types
o Risk
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o Threat
o Vulnerability
Assessment technique
o Baseline reporting
o Code review
o Determine attack surface
o Architecture
o Design reviews
3.8
Within the realm of vulnerability assessments, explain the
proper use of penetration testing versus vulnerability
scanning
11.1, 11.2
Penetration testing
o Verify a threat exists
o Bypass security controls
o Actively test security controls
o Exploiting vulnerabilities
Vulnerability scanning
o Passively testing security controls
o Identify vulnerability
o Identify lack of security controls
o Identify common misconfiguration
Black box
White box
Gray box
4.0
Application, Data and Host Security
4.1
Explain the importance of application security
4.7
9.1, 9.6
Fuzzing
Secure coding concepts
o Error and exception handling
o Input validation
Cross-site scripting prevention
Cross-site Request Forgery (XSRF) prevention
Application configuration baseline (proper settings)
Application hardening
Application patch management
4.2
Carry out appropriate procedures to establish host security
Operating system security and settings
Anti-malware
o Anti-virus
o Anti-spam
o Anti-spyware
o Pop-up blockers
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o Host-based firewalls
Patch management
Hardware security
o Cable locks
o Safe
o Locking cabinets
Host software baselining
Mobile devices
o Screen lock
o Strong password
o Device encryption
o Remote wipe/sanitation
o Voice encryption
o GPS tracking
Virtualization
4.3
Explain the importance of data security
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Data encryption
o Full disk
o Database
o Individual files
o Removable media
o Mobile devices
Hardware based encryption devices
o TPM
o HSM
o USB encryption
o Hard drive
Cloud computing
5.0
Access Control and Identity Management
5.1
Explain the function and purpose of authentication services
3.1, 3.6
5.4
10.3, 10.5
2.10, 2.11
6.11
RADIUS
TACACS
TACACS+
Kerberos
LDAP
XTACACS
5.2
Explain the fundamental concepts and best practices related
to authentication, authorization, and access control
Identification vs. authentication
Authentication (single factor) and authorization
Multifactor authentication
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Biometrics
Tokens
Common access card
Personal identification verification card
Smart card
Least privilege
Separation of duties
Single sign on
ACLs
Access control
Mandatory access control
Discretionary access control
Role/rule-based access control
Implicit deny
Time of day restrictions
Trusted OS
Mandatory vacations
Job rotation
5.3
Implement appropriate security controls when performing
account management
Mitigates issues associated with users with multiple
accounts/roles
Account policy enforcement
o Password complexity
o Expiration
o Recovery
o Length
o Disablement
o Lockout
Group based privileges
User assigned privileges
6.0
Cryptography
6.1
Summarize general cryptography concepts
2.3, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7,
2.8, 2.9
7.2
8.2, 8.4, 8.5
3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4
Symmetric vs. asymmetric
Fundamental differences and encryption methods
o Block vs. stream
Transport encryption
Non-repudiation
Hashing
Key escrow
Steganography
Digital signatures
Use of proven technologies
Elliptic curve and quantum cryptography
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6.2
Use and apply appropriate cryptographic tools and products
WEP vs. WPA/WPA2 and preshared key
MD5
SHA
RIPEMD
AES
DES
3DES
HMAC
RSA
RC4
One-time-pads
CHAP
PAP
NTLM
NTLMv2
Blowfish
PGP/GPG
Whole disk encryption
TwoFish
Comparative strengths of algorithms
Use of algorithms with transport encryption
o SSL
o TLS
o IPSec
o SSH
o HTTPS
6.3
Explain the core concepts of public key infrastructure
3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4,
3.6
6.11
9.3
10.3, 10.4
3.1, 3.4, 3.5
Certificate authorities and digital certificates
o CA
o CRLs
PKI
Recovery agent
Public key
Private key
Registration
Key escrow
Trust models
6.4
Implement PKI, certificate management, and associated
components
3.1, 3.5
6.3, 6.4
Certificate authorities and digital certificates
o CA
o CRLs
PKI
Recovery agent
Public key
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Private keys
Registration
Key escrow
Trust models
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Appendix E: (ISC)2 SSCP Objectives
The SSCP certification exam (2012 edition) covers 7 content domains as follows:
#
Domain
1.0
Access Control
1.1
Implement Logical Access Controls in Terms of Subjects
Module.Section
2.1, 2.3, 2.8
8.4
Requirements for access controls
1.2
Implement Logical Access Controls in Terms of Objects
2.1, 2.3, 2.8
8.4
Requirements for access controls
Object groups
1.3
Implement Authentication Mechanisms (e.g., single/multi-factor
authentication, single sign-on, offline authentication)
1.4
Apply Access Control Concepts (e.g., least privilege, and
separation of duties)
2.2
2.1, 2.4
8.5
Discretionary Access Control (DAC)
Non-discretionary Access Control
1.5
Manage Internetwork Trust Architectures (e.g., extranet, third
party connections, federated access)
1.6
Implement identity management
2.1, 2.10
6.4
2.12
Provisioning
Maintenance
Entitlement
1.7
Understand basic security concepts related to cloud computing
(e.g., virtualization, data control, storage, privacy, compliance)
2.0
Security Operations & Administration
2.1
Adhere to Code of Ethics
9.5, 10.5
4.8
Understand and comply with (ISC)2 code of ethics
Understand and comply with the organizational code of
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2.2
Perform Security Administrative Duties
4.1
5.2
Maintain adherence to security policies, baselines,
standards, and procedures
Validate security controls
Data classification (e.g., control, handling,
categorization)
Asset Management (e.g., hardware, software, data)
Develop and maintain systems and security control
documentation
2.3
Perform Change Management Duties
4.1
5.3
Assist with the implementation of Configuration
Management Plan
Understand the impact of changes to the environment
Test patches fixes and updates (e.g., operating
systems, application, SDLC)
2.4
Provide security evaluation and assistance to the organization
(e.g., product evaluation, data flow management)
4.1, 4.7
Support certification and accreditation (i.e., security
authorization)
2.5
Participate in Security Awareness Education
2.6
Assess the information communication technology
infrastructure using appropriate tools (e.g., discovery, security)
4.1
11.1, 11.2, 11.3
Understand the impact of security testing
2.7
Understand the concepts of endpoint device security (e.g.,
virtualization, thin clients, thick clients, USB devices, mobile
devices)
5.4, 6.3, 6.7
8.6, 9.5 10.4
2.8
Comply with data management policies (e.g., storage media
(paper or electronic), transmission archiving, retention
requirements, destruction, duplication, data lost prevention,
social network usage, information rights management (IRM))
4.1
10.2
2.9
Understand security concepts (e.g., confidentiality, integrity,
availability, privacy)
1.1
2.1
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3.0
Monitoring and Analysis
3.1
Maintain Effective Monitoring Systems (e.g., continuous
monitoring)
7.5
11.3, 11.4
Monitor Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems
Monitor event correlation systems (e.g., SIM, SEM,
SIEM)
Review systems for unauthorized changes (i.e., file
integrity checkers, honeypots, unauthorized
connections)
Monitor deviations from normal activity (e.g., white
lists, anomaly detection, profiling)
Install and configure agents and management systems
3.2
Analyze Monitoring Results (e.g., review and analysis of log
and reports, false positives, communicate findings)
4.0
Risk, Response, and Recovery
4.1
Understand Risk Management Process
Understand risk management concepts (e.g., impacts,
threats, vulnerabilities)
Participate in risk assessment
Support mitigation activity (e.g., safeguards,
countermeasures)
Address audit findings
4.2
Perform Security Assessment Activities
Scan for vulnerabilities
Participate in penetration testing
Review security configurations of infrastructure
Interpret results of scanning and testing
4.3
Participate in incident handling analysis
7.5
11.4
4.3
6.8
10.1
5.1
8.6
11.1, 11.2
4.4
Understand the concepts of incident handling (e.g.,
discovery, escalation, reporting)
Understand the concept of forensic investigations
(e.g., first responder, evidence handling, chain of
custody, preservation of scene)
Participate in the implementation of countermeasures
4.4
Understand and Support Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and
Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP)
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Understand the Components of a Business Continuity
Plan (BCP)
Understand and support Disaster Recovery Plan
(DRP)
5.0
Cryptography
5.1
Understand basic concepts of Cryptography (e.g., hashing,
encryption mechanisms, performance)
3.1, 3.2, 3.3
Install and maintain cryptographic systems
5.2
Understand Requirements for Cryptography (e.g., data
sensitivity, regulatory requirements, end-user training)
5.3
Support Certificate and Key Management
3.1, 4.6, 10.4
3.1, 3.5
Understand basic key management concepts (e.g.,
public key infrastructure)
Administration and validation (e.g., key creation,
exchange, revocation, escrow)
5.4
Understand the use of Secure Protocols (e.g., difference in
implementation, appropriate use)
3.6
9.3
Support the implementation of secure protocols (e.g.,
IPSec, SSL/TLS, S/MIME)
6.0
Networks and Communications
6.1
Understand Security issues related to Networks
6.1, 6.3, 6.9
OSI and TCP/IP Models
Network topographies and relationships (e.g., token
ring, star, bus, Ethernet)
Commonly use ports and protocols
Admission control (e.g., NAC, remediation, quarantine)
Network security concepts (e.g., address translation,
defense in depth, IP addressing)
6.2
Understand Telecommunications
5.5
Technology (e.g., VoIP, facsimile, PSTN)
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6.3
Understand Remote Access
2.10
6.7
Technology (e.g., think client, SSL/VPN)
Common Vulnerabilities
6.4
Understand Firewalls & Proxies
5.6
6.5
Methods (e.g., application filtering, packet filtering,
stateful/stateless inspection)
Types (e.g., host based, network based)
Common Vulnerabilities
6.5
Understand Wireless and Cellular Technologies
6.10, 6.11
Protocols (e.g., WPA, WPA2, TKIP)
Technology (e.g., Bluetooth, RFID, 802.11, WiMax,
GSM, 3G, NFC)
Common Vulnerabilities
7.0
Malicious Code and Attacks
7.1
Identify Malicious Code (e.g., virus, worms, Trojan horses,
logic bombs)
8.1
9.1, 9.3
Understand the concepts of rootkits
Understand types of malware (e.g., spyware,
scareware, ransomware)
Understand the concepts of Trapdoors & Backdoors
Understand the concepts of Botnets
Understand the concepts of Mobile Code
7.2
Implement Malicious Code Countermeasures
Scanners (e.g., heuristic, integrity checker, signatures)
Deploy and manage anti-malware
Containment & Remediation
Software Security (e.g., code signing, application
review, server side input validation)
7.3
Identify Malicious Activity (e.g., social engineering, insider
threat, data theft, DDoS, spoofing, phishing, pharming, spam)
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9.1, 9.3
Understand malicious web activity (e.g., cross site
scripting, cross site request forgery, injection, social
networking attacks)
Understand the concept of zero day exploits
Understand the concept of Advanced Persistent Threat
(APT)
7.4
Implement Malicious Activity Countermeasures (e.g., user
awareness, system hardening)
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