Security analysis of networked systems. Analysis of techniques for network scanning, spoofing, hijacking, and denial-of-service attacks. Vulnerability analysis of applications and web-based systems. Intrusion detection and prevention techniques.
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Grading1, 2, 3
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Level LimitEngineering
CollegeBest course offered by the CS department. Though the workload is high, the course is so interesting that it doesn't seem like a burden. The assignments are top class and really help you learn a lot in security. Participation in iCTF is the best part of the course!
Very HARD class. If you don't know how to code, drop it. However, the teacher is fantastic and the topic is awesome. I would have not imagined that security was this much fun. Best class I ever took at UCSB by far but an INSANE amount of work (insane, but fun). Not to mention that the prof is cute (and funny).
Really loves what he's teaching! A guru in computer security and can recommend this class to everyone:)
One of the most engaging professors I have had here in the department. He gives challenging assignments but the time is reasonable if you start when your supposed to. He is very interested and enthusiastic about the subject matter. If you survive his class your computer hacking skills will increase.