CS136, Computer Security - Lecture Plans

CS 136: Computer Security

Fall 2011

The lecture plans described here are likely to be altered somewhat as the quarter goes on. The file will be updated to indicate any changes.

Lectures
Week 1
Introduction: Class Description and the Security Problem
Security Principles, Policies, and Mechanisms
Week 2
Introduction to Cryptography
More on Cryptography
Week 3
Cryptographic Keys
Security Protocols
Week 4
Authentication
Operating System Security
Week 5
Operating System Security, Con't
Network Security: Introduction
Week 6
Midterm
Network Security: Firewalls, VPNs, and Honeypots
Week 7
Intrusion Detection Systems
Malware
Week 8
Secure Programming
To be announced
Week 9
Thanksgiving holiday
Secure Programming, Con't
Week 10
Evaluating System Security
Web Security and Privacy