Cybersecurity Capstone: Breach Response Case Studies

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Free Online Course (Audit)
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English
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Paid Certificate Available
Duration & workload

13 hours 45 minutes
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On-Demand
Level

Beginner
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This course gives you the background needed to gain Cybersecurity skills as part of the IBM Cybersecurity Professional Certificate programs. You will explore incident response methodologies and security models. You will learn to recognize and categorize key types of vulnerabilities and associated attacks against today's organizations. You will explore in depth several past and recent breaches to learn how they were detected and what was done or could have been done to reduce the threat risk to the organization. Finally, you will explore the costs of data breaches through research studies and well known breaches. This course requires you to select and research a cybersecurity breach in the news today and apply your knowledge and skills from this course and previous cybersecurity courses to analyze the type of attack, attack timeline, vulnerable systems, and any missed opportunities. This project will be graded by your peers in the course. This course is intended for anyone who wants to explore examples of Cybersecurity breaches to work in the Cybersecurity field as a Cybersecurity Analyst or a Cybersecurity Specialist. The completion of this course also makes you eligible to earn the Cybersecurity Capstone: Breach Response Case Studies IBM digital badge. In this course, you will learn to: ● Apply incident response methodologies. ● Research and describe a watering hole attack. ● Research and describe ransomware threats and the consequences to organization. ● Research and describe 3rd party breaches and how they affect an organization. ● Research and describe the effects of a phishing attack. ● Research and describe a point of sale attack and approximate cost of data breaches. ● Perform a case study on a current cyber attack and breach.

Syllabus

Incident Management Response and Cyberattack Frameworks

In this module, you will review Incident Management Response and explore one of the frameworks for Cyberattack in detail.

Phishing Scams

In this module, you will learn about phishing scams in detail and explore a case study of a phishing attack on two corporations.

Point of Sale Breach

In this module, you will learn about Point of Sale breaches and the impacts to an organization through case studies.

3rd Party Breach

In this module, you will learn about 3rd Party breaches and the impacts to an organization through case studies.

Ransomware

In this module, you will learn about Ransomware breaches and the impacts to an organization through case studies.

Apply Your Skill - Data Breaches

In this module, you will learn to apply your skill to recognize data breaches, vulnerabilities and costs for a specific company.

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IBM Security Learning Services

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Mukul Raghav @bossmukul

The "Cybersecurity Capstone: Breach Response Case Studies" course is an excellent program that provides a comprehensive understanding of breach response through real-world case studies. I found the course content to be highly informative and relevan…

The "Cybersecurity Capstone: Breach Response Case Studies" course is an excellent program that provides a comprehensive understanding of breach response through real-world case studies. I found the course content to be highly informative and relevant to practical scenarios in the cybersecurity field.

The instructors demonstrated extensive expertise and knowledge in breach response, effectively delivering the material and providing practical insights. Their expertise was evident in their ability to connect the theoretical concepts with real-world examples, making the learning experience engaging and valuable.

One of the standout features of the course was the inclusion of hands-on exercises and simulations. These practical experiences enhanced my understanding of breach response strategies and allowed me to apply the learned concepts in a controlled environment. The exercises were well-designed and effectively simulated real-world scenarios.

The course structure and organization were logical, with modules and lessons flowing smoothly. The materials were presented in a clear and coherent manner, making it easy to follow along. The inclusion of supplementary resources, such as case studies and readings, further enriched the learning experience.

The support provided by the instructors and teaching assistants was commendable. They were responsive to questions and provided helpful guidance throughout the course. Additionally, the practical applicability of the course content was high, as the knowledge and skills acquired can be directly applied to real-world breach response situations.

Overall, the "Cybersecurity Capstone: Breach Response Case Studies" course exceeded my expectations. It provided a solid foundation in breach response and equipped me with practical skills to effectively handle security breaches. I highly recommend this course to anyone interested in enhancing their understanding of breach response strategies and learning from real-world case studies.

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