Master the art of Threat Modeling: Learn to identify, assess, and mitigate security threats from novice to expert.
What you will learn
Learn key terminologies, articulate the concepts related to threat modeling, its role in identifying and mitigating security risks, and its importance in SDLC
Determine the best times to incorporate threat modeling into the SDLC, and articulate when it should be conducted for maximum impact
Learn to use various threat modeling approaches and methodologies, and understand how to choose the right one for various contexts
Learn to draw Data Flow Diagrams (DFD), generating Threat Lists, come up with strategies to mitigate the threats identified and generate Threat Reports
Gain practical skills using popular threat modeling tools in the industry, including basic usage and customizations to suit the needs of the organization
Complete hands-on exercises, quizzes, and real-world cases to apply the knowledge in practical scenarios
Why take this course?
Take a deep dive into Threat Modeling and build your expertise from the ground up. This comprehensive course covers everything from foundational concepts to advanced hands-on exercises, equipping you with the skills needed to identify, analyze, and mitigate security threats effectively.
Through structured lessons and practical exercises, youβll learn:
- Introduction to Threat Modeling: Grasp the fundamentals, key terminologies, and essential concepts.
- What / Why / When / Who: Understand the benefits, timing, and key stakeholders involved in Threat Modeling.
- How to Threat Model: Follow a step-by-step guide with hands-on exercises to analyze an applicationβs security risks.
- Threat Modeling Approaches: Explore the three primary approaches and learn when to apply each.
- Threat Modeling Methodologies: Delve into STRIDE, DREAD, and PASTA to see how methodologies align with modeling approaches.
- Hands-On Practice: Gain practical experience by threat modeling a web application, creating Data Flow Diagrams (DFD), and working with Assets, Data Flows, Trust Boundaries, and Trust Zones. Learn to identify, prioritize, and respond to threats effectively.
Designed for beginners and experienced professionals alike, this course is ideal for security analysts, software developers, system architects, and IT managers looking to strengthen their security expertise and implement Threat Modeling in real-world scenarios. No prior experience is requiredβjust a keen interest in cybersecurity and secure development practices.