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Assets, Threats, and Vulnerabilities

Google

Discover the complexities of asset security in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate's fifth course. Explore asset classification, security controls, encryption, and authentication. Learn to identify vulnerabilities, analyze attack surfaces, and develop an attacker mindset. Equip yourself for entry-level cybersecurity roles with hands-on activities and guidance from Google cybersecurity experts.

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Assets, Threats, and Vulnerabilities
Course Modules

Explore asset security, organizational asset protection, vulnerabilities in systems, and threats to asset security. Gain insights into asset classification, security controls, vulnerability management, and threat modeling. Prepare for entry-level cybersecurity roles with practical activities and guidance from Google cybersecurity experts.

Introduction to asset security

Module 1 introduces asset security, covering asset classification, security controls, encryption, and authentication. Gain a deep understanding of asset risks and vulnerabilities, and learn to analyze attack surfaces. Engage in hands-on activities and knowledge assessments to reinforce learning.

Protect organizational assets

Module 2 focuses on protecting organizational assets, including information privacy, cryptography, access controls, and authentication systems. Learn about encryption methods, data handling practices, and identity and access management. Practical activities and assessments will enhance your skills in safeguarding assets.

Vulnerabilities in systems

Module 3 delves into vulnerabilities in systems, covering vulnerability management, defense strategies, and common vulnerabilities and exposures. Learn about approaches to vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and fortifying against cyber attacks. Engage in practical activities and assessments to analyze and fortify vulnerable systems.

Threats to asset security

Module 4 explores threats to asset security, including social engineering tactics, malware, and web-based exploits. Learn about threat modeling, phishing prevention, and identifying attack vectors. Practical activities and assessments will strengthen your ability to counter threats and fortify asset security.

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