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Cyber Security Mitigations

A university-quality introduction covering foundational concepts, threat modeling, core defensive technologies, and practical mitigation strategies for modern …

4 modules
17 lessons
40h estimated
2 enrolled
Cyber Security Mitigations
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4 modules
17 lessons
40h · self-paced
Beginner level
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2Students enrolled
17Lessons
4Modules
40hEstimated time
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Module 1 — Introduction to Cybersecurity

3 lessons · 1 quiz
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What is cybersecurity?
Core security concepts and terminology
Modern threat landscape and common attack vectors
Checkpoint quiz: Checkpoint Quiz: Introduction to Cybersecurity (6 Q · 4 min · 70% to pass) Finish lessons first

Module 2 — Risk Assessment and Threat Modeling

4 lessons · 1 quiz
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Identifying critical assets and data classifications
Assessing likelihood and impact of threats
Building a comprehensive threat model
Prioritizing mitigation actions based on risk scores
Checkpoint quiz: Checkpoint Quiz: Risk Assessment and Threat Modeling (8 Q · 6 min · 70% to pass) Finish lessons first

Module 3 — Core Defensive Technologies

5 lessons
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Network firewalls and perimeter security
Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)
Endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions
Data encryption and secure storage techniques
Best practices for hardening configurations

Module 4 — Implementing Effective Mitigations

5 lessons
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Designing layered defenses (defense-in-depth approach)
Developing security policies, standards, and procedures
Leveraging SIEM/SOAR for automated mitigation and response
Conducting red-team exercises and penetration testing
Continuous monitoring, reporting, and continuous improvement

Final Exam — Cyber Security Mitigations

16 questions · 16 min · 75% to pass · certificate on success
Complete every module and its checkpoint quiz to unlock the final exam.
Overview

Course overview

Module 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity — 3 lessons
Module 2: Risk Assessment and Threat Modeling — 4 lessons
Module 3: Core Defensive Technologies — 5 lessons
Module 4: Implementing Effective Mitigations — 5 lessons

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