Executive Cyber Security Awareness Training Course

This instructor-led, live training in Greece (online or onsite) is aimed at sysadmins who wish to use 389 Directory Server to configure and manage LDAP-based authentication and authorization.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure 389 Directory Server.
• Understand the features and architecture of 389 Directory Server.
• Learn how to configure the directory server using the web console and CLI.
• Set up and monitor replication for high availability and load balancing.
• Manage LDAP authentication using SSSD for faster performance.
• Integrate 389 Directory Server with Microsoft Active Directory.

This instructor-led, live training in Greece (online or onsite) is designed for system administrators who want to utilize Microsoft Active Directory to manage and secure data access.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up and configure Active Directory.
• Create a domain and define access rights for users and devices.
• Manage users and machines via Group Policies.
• Control access to file servers.
• Set up a Certificate Service and manage certificates.
• Implement and manage services such as encryption, certificates, and authentication.

Android operates as an open platform for mobile devices, including smartphones and tablets. It offers a wide array of security features designed to simplify the development of secure software; however, it lacks certain security aspects found in other handheld platforms. This course provides a thorough overview of these features and highlights critical shortcomings associated with the underlying Linux system, the file system, and the general environment, as well as issues related to permissions and other Android software development components.

The course describes common security pitfalls and vulnerabilities in both native code and Java applications, offering recommendations and best practices to prevent and mitigate them. Many of the discussed issues are illustrated with real-life examples and case studies. Finally, we provide a brief overview of how to utilize security testing tools to identify relevant programming bugs.

Participants attending this course will

• Understand fundamental concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Learn about Android security solutions
• Acquire skills in utilizing various security features of the Android platform
• Gain information on recent vulnerabilities in Java on Android
• Learn about typical coding mistakes and how to avoid them
• Develop an understanding of native code vulnerabilities on Android
• Recognize the severe consequences of insecure buffer handling in native code
• Understand architectural protection techniques and their weaknesses
• Obtain resources and further reading materials on secure coding practices

Audience

Professionals

Building a secure networked application can be challenging, even for developers who have previously utilized various cryptographic building blocks, such as encryption and digital signatures. To help participants grasp the role and application of these cryptographic primitives, this course first establishes a solid foundation in the core requirements of secure communication: secure acknowledgment, integrity, confidentiality, remote identification, and anonymity. It also addresses common issues that can compromise these requirements and presents real-world solutions.

Given that cryptography is a critical component of network security, the course covers essential cryptographic algorithms in symmetric cryptography, hashing, asymmetric cryptography, and key agreement. Rather than focusing on in-depth mathematical theory, these concepts are explored from a developer's perspective, featuring typical use-case examples and practical considerations such as public key infrastructures. Additionally, the course introduces security protocols used across various domains of secure communication, with a detailed discussion on widely adopted protocol families like IPSEC and SSL/TLS.

Common cryptographic vulnerabilities are examined, both concerning specific algorithms and protocols. Examples include BEAST, CRIME, TIME, BREACH, FREAK, Logjam, Padding oracle, Lucky Thirteen, POODLE, and others, as well as the RSA timing attack. For each issue, the course outlines practical considerations and potential consequences without delving into complex mathematical details.

Finally, since XML technology is central to data exchange for networked applications, the course describes the security aspects of XML. This covers the use of XML in web services and SOAP messages, along with protection measures such as XML Signature and XML Encryption. It also addresses weaknesses in these protections and XML-specific security issues, including XML injection, XML External Entity (XXE) attacks, XML bombs, and XPath injection.

Participants attending this course will

• Grasp the fundamental concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Understand the requirements for secure communication
• Learn about network attacks and defenses across different OSI layers
• Gain a practical understanding of cryptography
• Comprehend essential security protocols
• Understand recent attacks targeting cryptosystems
• Receive information on recent related vulnerabilities
• Understand the security concepts of web services
• Access resources and further readings on secure coding practices

Audience

Developers, Professionals

This three-day course explores the fundamental principles of safeguarding C/C++ code against malicious exploitation, particularly through proper memory management and input handling. Participants will learn the core concepts essential for writing robust and secure software.

Even seasoned Java developers often lack a comprehensive grasp of the security services provided by Java, as well as the diverse vulnerabilities that impact web applications built with the language.

In addition to introducing the security components of Standard Java Edition, this course addresses security challenges within Java Enterprise Edition (JEE) and web services. The discussion of specific services is grounded in the fundamentals of cryptography and secure communication. Through various exercises, participants explore declarative and programmatic security techniques in JEE, while examining both transport-layer and end-to-end security for web services. All components are demonstrated through practical exercises, allowing attendees to hands-on test the relevant APIs and tools.

The course also examines the most common and severe programming flaws associated with the Java language and platform, along with web-related vulnerabilities. Beyond typical bugs made by Java programmers, the covered security vulnerabilities encompass both language-specific issues and problems arising from the runtime environment. Each vulnerability and its corresponding attack vectors are illustrated through accessible exercises, followed by recommended coding guidelines and potential mitigation strategies.

Participants attending this course will

• Comprehend the fundamental concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Identify web vulnerabilities beyond the OWASP Top Ten and learn how to prevent them
• Grasp the security concepts underlying web services
• Learn to utilize various security features within the Java development environment
• Gain a practical understanding of cryptography
• Understand the security solutions available in Java EE
• Recognize typical coding mistakes and learn how to avoid them
• Receive information on recent vulnerabilities within the Java framework
• Acquire practical skills in using security testing tools
• Access resources and further reading on secure coding practices

Audience

Developers

Description

The Java programming language and its Runtime Environment (JRE) were engineered to eliminate many of the common security vulnerabilities that typically plague other languages, such as C and C++. However, software developers and architects must not only master the application of Java’s security features—often referred to as positive security—but also recognize the persistent vulnerabilities that remain relevant in modern Java development, known as negative security.

This course begins with a concise overview of cryptographic foundations, establishing a shared understanding of the purpose and mechanics of the components involved. Through a series of hands-on exercises, participants will gain practical experience with the relevant APIs.

Additionally, the curriculum thoroughly examines the most frequent and critical programming flaws within the Java language and platform, addressing both typical errors made by Java developers and issues specific to the language and its environment. Each vulnerability and associated attack vector is demonstrated via clear, practical exercises, followed by recommended coding guidelines and effective mitigation strategies.

Participants attending this course will

• Grasp the fundamental concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Understand web vulnerabilities beyond the OWASP Top Ten and learn how to prevent them
• Learn to leverage various security features available in the Java development environment
• Develop a practical understanding of cryptography
• Identify typical coding mistakes and discover how to avoid them
• Gain insights into recent vulnerabilities affecting the Java framework
• Access resources and further reading materials on secure coding practices

Audience

Developers

Today, numerous programming languages support compilation for the .NET and ASP.NET frameworks. While this ecosystem offers robust mechanisms for security development, developers must master specific architectural and coding-level techniques to implement effective security controls, prevent vulnerabilities, and mitigate potential exploitation.

This course empowers developers through extensive hands-on exercises. You will learn to stop untrusted code from executing privileged actions, secure resources via rigorous authentication and authorization, manage remote procedure calls and sessions, and explore diverse implementation strategies for various functionalities.

We begin by introducing common vulnerabilities through typical programming pitfalls encountered in .NET development. The discussion on ASP.NET vulnerabilities extends to environmental configurations and their impact on security. Furthermore, the course addresses ASP.NET-specific threats, covering general web application security challenges alongside specialized issues such as ViewState attacks and string termination exploits.

Participants attending this course will

• Grasp fundamental concepts of IT security and secure coding practices
• Identify web vulnerabilities beyond the OWASP Top Ten and understand how to prevent them
• Utilize the comprehensive security features available within the .NET development environment
• Acquire practical skills in employing security testing tools
• Recognize common coding errors and learn how to avoid them
• Gain insight into recent vulnerabilities affecting .NET and ASP.NET
• Access resources and further reading materials on secure coding standards

Audience

Software Developers

This course provides an introduction to fundamental security principles and offers a comprehensive overview of vulnerability types, independent of specific programming languages or platforms. It explains how to manage risks associated with software security across the various stages of the software development lifecycle. Rather than diving into technical minutiae, the course highlights significant and prevalent vulnerabilities across different development technologies. It also addresses the challenges of security testing and outlines practical techniques and tools to help identify and resolve issues within code.

Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:

• Grasp the core concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding practices.
• Understand web vulnerabilities affecting both server and client sides.
• Recognize the serious consequences of improper buffer handling.
• Stay informed about recent vulnerabilities in development environments and frameworks.
• Identify common coding mistakes and learn how to prevent them.
• Comprehend security testing approaches and methodologies.

Target Audience

Managers

This instructor-led live training in Greece (online or on-site) is aimed at system administrators who wish to use FreeIPA to centralize the authentication, authorization, and account information for their organization's users, groups, and machines.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure FreeIPA.
• Manage Linux users and clients from a single central location.
• Use FreeIPA's CLI, Web UI and RPC interface to set up and manage permissions.
• Enable Single Sign On authentication across all systems, services and applications.
• Integrate FreeIPA with Windows Active Directory.
• Backup, replicate and migrate an FreeIPA server.

This instructor-led, live training in Greece (online or onsite) is designed for system administrators who wish to utilize Okta for identity and access management.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Configure, integrate, and manage Okta.
• Integrate Okta into an existing application.
• Implement security with multi-factor authentication.

This instructor-led, live training in Greece (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level system administrators and IT professionals who wish to install, configure, manage, and secure LDAP directories using OpenLDAP.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the structure and operation of LDAP directories.
• Install and configure OpenLDAP for various deployment environments.
• Implement access control, authentication, and replication mechanisms.
• Use OpenLDAP with third-party services and applications.

This instructor-led, live training in Greece (available online or on-site) is designed for system administrators who wish to use OpenAM to manage identity and access controls for web applications.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up the required server environment to begin configuring authentication and access controls using OpenAM.
• Implement single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and user self-service features for web applications.
• Leverage federation services (such as OAuth 2.0, OpenID, SAML v2.0, and others) to extend identity management securely across various systems and applications.
• Access and manage authentication, authorization, and identity services via REST APIs.

This instructor-led live training Greece (online or onsite) is aimed at system administrators who wish to use OpenDJ to manage their organization's user credentials in a production environment.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure OpenDJ.
• Maintain an OpenDJ server, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing for performance.
• Create and manage multiple OpenDJ databases.
• Backup and migrate an OpenDJ server.