C/C++ Secure Coding Training Course

This instructor-led, live training in US (online or onsite) is designed for government developers who wish to utilize advanced C++ programming techniques to develop complex, secure, and high-performance systems and applications. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Set up a development environment that includes all necessary C++ libraries, packages, and frameworks. - Understand the key features, components, and foundational elements of C++. - Create sophisticated C++ applications using advanced programming techniques. - Write code in C++ that is readable, efficient, and secure. - Identify common security vulnerabilities in C++ and implement strategies to mitigate them. - Develop test plans to ensure code quality and security controls. - Utilize diagnostics and debugging tools effectively in C++ development for government.

This C++ course for government covers essential modern programming concepts, including templates, move semantics, and first-class functions. It emphasizes memory management using smart pointers and secure coding practices. Students will learn about runtime errors, operator overloading, polymorphism, and STL containers with algorithms. The course concludes with an introduction to effective testing strategies in C++.

Implementing a secure networked application can be challenging, even for developers who have previously used various cryptographic building blocks (such as encryption and digital signatures). To ensure participants understand the role and usage of these cryptographic primitives, a solid foundation is provided on the main requirements of secure communication—secure acknowledgment, integrity, confidentiality, remote identification, and anonymity. The course also presents typical problems that can compromise these requirements along with real-world solutions.

As a critical aspect of network security, cryptography is thoroughly discussed, covering the most important cryptographic algorithms in symmetric cryptography, hashing, asymmetric cryptography, and key agreement. These elements are presented from a developer's perspective, focusing on practical use-case examples and considerations related to the use of crypto, such as public key infrastructures. Security protocols in various areas of secure communication are introduced, with an in-depth discussion on widely-used protocol families such as IPSEC and SSL/TLS.

Typical cryptographic vulnerabilities are examined, including issues related to certain crypto algorithms and cryptographic protocols like BEAST, CRIME, TIME, BREACH, FREAK, Logjam, Padding oracle, Lucky Thirteen, POODLE, and similar attacks, as well as the RSA timing attack. In each case, practical considerations and potential consequences are described without delving into deep mathematical details.

Finally, since XML technology is central to data exchange in networked applications, the security aspects of XML are discussed. This includes the use of XML within web services and SOAP messages, along with protection measures such as XML signature and XML encryption—along with weaknesses in these measures and XML-specific security issues such as XML injection, XML external entity (XXE) attacks, XML bombs, and XPath injection.

Participants attending this course will

• Understand basic concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding for government
• Understand the requirements of secure communication
• Learn about network attacks and defenses at different OSI layers
• Have a practical understanding of cryptography
• Understand essential security protocols
• Understand some recent attacks against cryptosystems
• Get information about recent related vulnerabilities
• Understand security concepts of Web services
• Get sources and further readings on secure coding practices for government

Audience

Developers, Professionals

Even experienced Java programmers may not fully master all the security services provided by Java, nor are they always aware of the vulnerabilities relevant to web applications written in this language.

This course introduces the security components of Standard Java Edition and delves into the security issues of Java Enterprise Edition (JEE) and web services. Before discussing specific services, the course covers the fundamentals of cryptography and secure communication. Various exercises focus on declarative and programmatic security techniques in JEE, as well as transport-layer and end-to-end security for web services. Practical exercises allow participants to use the discussed APIs and tools firsthand.

The course also examines the most frequent and severe programming flaws in the Java language and platform, along with web-related vulnerabilities. It covers both language-specific issues and problems arising from the runtime environment. Each vulnerability and associated attack is demonstrated through straightforward exercises, followed by recommended coding guidelines and mitigation techniques.

Participants attending this course will

• Understand basic concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding for government applications
• Learn about web vulnerabilities beyond the OWASP Top Ten and how to prevent them
• Understand the security principles of web services
• Learn to utilize various security features in the Java development environment
• Gain a practical understanding of cryptography
• Understand the security solutions offered by Java EE
• Learn about common coding mistakes and how to avoid them
• Receive information on recent vulnerabilities in the Java framework
• Acquire practical knowledge in using security testing tools
• Access sources and further readings on secure coding practices

Audience

Developers

Several programming languages are currently available to compile code for the .NET and ASP.NET frameworks. These environments provide robust tools for security development; however, developers must understand how to apply architectural and coding-level techniques to implement effective security measures and mitigate vulnerabilities. This course is designed to equip developers with practical skills through numerous hands-on exercises. Participants will learn how to prevent untrusted code from executing privileged actions, secure resources using strong authentication and authorization methods, facilitate remote procedure calls, manage sessions, explore different implementations for specific functionalities, and more. The course begins by introducing common programming issues that can arise when using .NET. It then delves into the vulnerabilities of ASP.NET, covering various environment settings and their implications. The discussion on ASP.NET-specific vulnerabilities addresses general web application security challenges as well as unique issues such as attacks on ViewState and string termination attacks. Participants attending this course will: - Understand fundamental concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding for government. - Learn about Web vulnerabilities beyond the OWASP Top Ten and how to prevent them. - Gain proficiency in using various security features of the .NET development environment. - Acquire practical knowledge in utilizing security testing tools. - Identify typical coding mistakes and learn strategies to avoid them. - Stay informed about recent vulnerabilities in .NET and ASP.NET. - Receive resources and further readings on secure coding practices. Audience: - Developers for government and private sector projects.

This course provides essential skills for PHP developers to enhance the security of their applications against modern internet-based attacks. It covers web vulnerabilities through PHP-based examples, delving beyond the OWASP Top Ten to address various injection attacks, script injections, session handling issues, insecure direct object references, file upload problems, and more. Vulnerabilities are categorized into standard types such as missing or improper input validation, incorrect error and exception handling, improper use of security features, and time- and state-related issues. Specific topics include open_basedir circumvention, denial-of-service through magic float, and hash table collision attacks. Participants will gain proficiency in the key techniques and functions necessary to mitigate these risks. The course also emphasizes client-side security, addressing JavaScript, Ajax, and HTML5 vulnerabilities. It introduces several PHP security extensions, including hash, mcrypt, OpenSSL for cryptography, Ctype, ext/filter, and HTML Purifier for input validation. Best practices for hardening PHP configuration (setting php.ini), Apache, and the server in general are discussed. An overview of security testing tools and techniques is provided, covering security scanners, penetration testing, exploit packs, sniffers, proxy servers, fuzzing tools, and static source code analyzers. Both the introduction to vulnerabilities and configuration practices are supported by hands-on exercises that demonstrate the consequences of successful attacks, illustrate mitigation techniques, and introduce various extensions and tools. Participants attending this course will: - Understand basic concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding - Learn about web vulnerabilities beyond OWASP Top Ten and how to avoid them - Gain knowledge of client-side vulnerabilities and secure coding practices - Acquire a practical understanding of cryptography - Learn to use various security features of PHP - Identify typical coding mistakes and learn how to avoid them - Stay informed about recent vulnerabilities in the PHP framework - Gain practical experience with security testing tools - Receive sources and further readings on secure coding practices This course is designed for government developers who seek to enhance their application security skills.

The Combined SDL Core Training provides an in-depth understanding of secure software design, development, and testing through the Microsoft Secure Development Lifecycle (SDL). It offers a foundational overview of the key components of SDL, followed by practical techniques for identifying and addressing security flaws early in the development process.

During the development phase, the course covers common security-related programming bugs in both managed and native code. It presents various attack methods associated with these vulnerabilities along with effective mitigation strategies. These concepts are reinforced through hands-on exercises that offer participants a practical understanding of live hacking techniques. The training also introduces different security testing methodologies and demonstrates the effectiveness of various testing tools, allowing participants to apply these tools to previously discussed vulnerable code.

Participants attending this course will

Understand basic concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding for government.

Gain knowledge of the essential steps in the Microsoft Secure Development Lifecycle.

Learn secure design and development practices.

Understand secure implementation principles.

Grasp security testing methodologies.

• Access sources and further readings on secure coding practices.

Audience

Developers, Managers

Is C++ suitable for embedded systems such as microcontrollers and real-time operating systems?

Should object-oriented programming be used in microcontrollers?

Is C++ too far removed from the hardware to be efficient?

This instructor-led, live training addresses these questions and demonstrates through discussion and practice how C++ can be effectively utilized to develop embedded systems with code that is accurate, readable, and efficient. Participants apply theoretical knowledge by creating a sample embedded application in C++.

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

• Understand the principles of object-oriented modeling, embedded software programming, and real-time programming
• Produce code for embedded systems that is compact, fast, and secure
• Avoid unnecessary overhead from templates, exceptions, and other language features
• Comprehend the challenges associated with using C++ in safety-critical and real-time systems
• Debug a C++ program on a target device

Audience

• Developers
• Designers

Format of the Course

• Part lecture, part discussion, exercises, and extensive hands-on practice for government professionals

This two-day course is designed for C++ programmers who wish to apply the new C++11 standard in their respective fields, including those working for government and industry. The course is especially beneficial for developers of financial applications, as it covers all new features with practical coding examples that participants will execute during laboratory sessions.

In this instructor-led, live course in [location], participants will gain the skills necessary to develop an effective security strategy to address the unique challenges of DevOps for government. The training will equip attendees with the knowledge and tools required to enhance security practices while maintaining the agility and efficiency essential in public sector workflows.

The EC-Council Certified DevSecOps Engineer (ECDE) is a practical course designed to equip professionals with the skills necessary to integrate security throughout the DevOps lifecycle, ensuring secure software development from planning through deployment.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or on-site) targets intermediate-level software and DevOps professionals who aim to incorporate security practices into CI/CD pipelines, thereby ensuring both secure and compliant code delivery for government applications.

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

• Understand the principles and practices of DevSecOps.
• Secure every stage of the CI/CD pipeline using automated tools.
• Implement secure coding practices and vulnerability scanning.
• Prepare for the ECDE certification with practical labs and comprehensive review sessions.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Hands-on use of DevSecOps tools in simulated pipelines.
• Guided exercises focused on secure development and deployment practices.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course tailored to your team’s specific workflows or toolchain, please contact us to arrange.

This training is designed to introduce C++ as an extension of C, particularly for object-oriented embedded system development. Given that C++ encompasses C, this course provides a natural progression from C to C++, delving into how C++ is implemented. This understanding is especially valuable when applying C++ in resource-limited embedded environments. The C++ standard has recently undergone significant revisions with the introduction of C++11 and the upcoming C++14. This course addresses key features introduced in these revisions, such as high-performance memory management, concurrency for multicore environments, and programming close to the hardware.

GOAL/BENEFITS

The primary objective of this class is to enable participants to use C++ correctly and effectively.

• Introduce C++ as an object-oriented language suitable for embedded systems
• Highlight the similarities and differences between C and C++
• Understand various memory management strategies, particularly the move semantics introduced in C++11
• Examine how different paradigms in C++ translate into machine code
• Leverage templates for type-safe high-order abstractions in bare-metal programming, including memory-mapped I/O and interrupts, especially variadic templates from C++11
• Explore useful design patterns applicable in an embedded context
• Practice concepts through a series of exercises

AUDIENCE/PARTICIPANTS

This training is intended for C++ programmers who plan to start using C++ in an embedded system context, particularly for government applications.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE

The course requires a foundational understanding of C++ programming, equivalent to the knowledge gained from our “C++ – Level 1” and “C++ Level 2 – Introducing C++11” trainings.

PRACTICAL EXERCISES

Participants will practice the presented concepts through a series of exercises. We will utilize the open-source integrated development environment from Eclipse, ensuring that all tools are accessible and free for government use.

This Course in US aims to assist in the following:

1. Enable Developers to master the techniques of writing secure code for government systems.
2. Support Software Testers in conducting thorough security assessments before deploying applications to production environments for government use.
3. Assist Software Architects in comprehending the risks associated with government applications and designing robust security frameworks.
4. Help Team Leaders establish security baselines for developers working on government projects.
5. Aid Web Masters in configuring servers to prevent misconfigurations that could compromise government systems.

This course provides an overview of secure coding concepts and principles using Java, aligned with the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) testing methodology. OWASP is a global online community dedicated to advancing the field of web application security by developing freely available articles, methodologies, documentation, tools, and technologies. The content is designed to enhance cybersecurity practices for government and other organizations, ensuring robust and secure software development processes.

This course provides an in-depth examination of secure coding concepts and principles using ASP.NET, aligned with the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) methodology. OWASP is a global online community dedicated to creating freely available articles, methodologies, documentation, tools, and technologies in the field of web application security. The course delves into the security features of the .NET Framework and explores strategies for securing web applications. It is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance security practices for government and other critical systems.