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This course is part of Intrusion Detection Specialization
Instructor: Jason Crossland
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Basic knowledge of networking, operating systems, and familiarity with cybersecurity fundamentals is recommended.
Recommended experience
Intermediate level
Basic knowledge of networking, operating systems, and familiarity with cybersecurity fundamentals is recommended.
Understand the roles of HIDS and NIDS, their key components, and applications across cybersecurity contexts.
Install and configure IDS solutions on VMs to detect real-time threats in host and network environments.
Compare signature-based and anomaly-based detection methods and configure IDS rules accordingly.
Use quantitative techniques to assess IDS effectiveness, analyzing data to select optimal solutions for security needs.
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This course introduces you to Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), offering essential knowledge and hands-on skills for detecting and mitigating security threats. As cyberattacks become more sophisticated, learning to protect systems through IDS is a critical skill for IT and security professionals. This course is designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of both Host-Based (HIDS) and Network-Based Intrusion Detection Systems (NIDS). You’ll dive into core components, explore the differences between signature-based and anomaly-based detection, and gain practical experience by operating IDS tools on virtual machines.
What makes this course unique is its combination of theory and real-world application: you’ll learn to configure IDS technologies, develop custom rules, and evaluate IDS performance quantitatively. By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped to identify and respond to security threats in various environments, from individual hosts to complex networks. This practical knowledge will set you apart, enhancing your ability to protect critical systems against emerging cyber threats.
This course provides a comprehensive overview of Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), focusing on both Host-based (HIDS) and Network-based (NIDS) technologies. Participants will learn to describe IDS components, analyze attack dynamics, and develop use cases for detecting insider threats and DDoS attacks. The course includes practical sessions on installing and operating HIDS and NIDS on virtual machines, as well as configuring tools like Suricata. Additionally, students will evaluate detection methods and conduct quantitative assessments to enhance their understanding of cybersecurity effectiveness.
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This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), focusing on their purpose, components, and various types. Participants will explore the relationship between attacks and risk, learning to identify specific attack observables and how they relate to potential threats.
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This course provides an in-depth exploration of Host-based Intrusion Detection Systems (HIDS). It begins with a detailed description of HIDS and its critical role in monitoring and analyzing the activities within individual host systems to detect potential security threats.
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This course provides a deep dive into the mechanisms and methodologies behind Host-Based Intrusion Detection Systems (HIDS).
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This course provides an in-depth exploration of Network Intrusion Detection Systems (NIDS), focusing on the essential role they play in cybersecurity.
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This course provides an in-depth exploration of Network Intrusion Detection Systems (NIDS), focusing on differentiating between signature-based and anomaly-based detection methods.
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This course provides an in-depth understanding of how to quantitatively evaluate Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
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