Security Basics Course Index – Dataplexa

Security Basics Course Index

Build a strong foundation in cybersecurity. This course introduces core security concepts, threats, defenses, and real-world security practices required for advanced cybersecurity paths.

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I. Core Security Fundamentals (10 Lessons)

1. What is Cybersecurity 2. Why Cybersecurity Matters Today 3. Types of Cyber Threats 4. Vulnerabilities, Risks, and Exploits 5. CIA Triad 6. Authentication vs Authorization 7. Security Policies and Procedures 8. Defense in Depth 9. Security Best Practices 10. Introduction to Security Careers

II. Systems, Network & Application Security (10 Lessons)

11. Operating System Security Basics 12. Linux Security Fundamentals 13. Windows Security Fundamentals 14. Network Security Basics 15. Firewalls and Access Control 16. Secure Network Architecture 17. Application Security Basics 18. Web Security Fundamentals 19. Common Security Misconfigurations 20. Security Hardening Basics

III. Threats, Attacks & Prevention (10 Lessons)

21. Malware Types and Analysis 22. Phishing and Social Engineering 23. Password Attacks and Protection 24. Insider Threats 25. Denial of Service Attacks 26. Man-in-the-Middle Attacks 27. Web Application Attacks Overview 28. Data Breaches and Case Studies 29. Security Monitoring Basics 30. Incident Response Introduction

IV. Governance, Risk & Real World (10 Lessons)

31. Risk Management Basics 32. Security Compliance Overview 33. ISO 27001 Fundamentals 34. SOC and Security Operations Basics 35. Logging and Auditing 36. Security Tools Overview 37. Cloud Security Basics 38. Security Automation Introduction 39. Cybersecurity Best Practices Checklist 40. Mini Project – Security Assessment