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Course Outline
Introduction to Secure C and C++ Development
- Exploring the core principles of secure software development
- Identifying common security risks in C and C++ applications
- Examining the link between programming errors and security vulnerabilities
- Reviewing secure coding standards and industry best practices
Common C and C++ Programming Vulnerabilities
- Recognizing coding mistakes that introduce security risks
- Addressing memory safety challenges in C and C++
- Analyzing vulnerability patterns and their potential impact
- Evaluating insecure code examples
Secure Programming Principles
- Implementing defence-in-depth strategies
- Crafting robust and maintainable code
- Reducing attack surfaces
- Applying secure design principles for C and C++ applications
Input Validation and Data Handling
- Recognizing the critical role of input validation
- Preventing the exploitation of malicious input
- Employing data sanitisation methods
- Ensuring secure management of user and external data
Error Handling and Exception Management
- Identifying risks stemming from inadequate error handling
- Designing secure mechanisms for error and exception management
- Preventing information leakage via error messages
- Building fault-tolerant applications
Memory Safety and Buffer Overflow Protection
- Understanding memory management weaknesses
- Addressing stack-based buffer overflows
- Addressing heap-based buffer overflows
- Detecting and preventing memory corruption
- Applying safe memory handling practices
Stack Protection and Runtime Security Features
- Understanding stack overflow vulnerabilities
- Leveraging compiler-based security protections
- Utilizing stack canaries and related protection mechanisms
- Implementing Address Space Layout Randomization (ASLR)
- Incorporating modern operating system security features
Advanced C++ Security Considerations
- Managing secure object lifecycles
- Mitigating use-after-free vulnerabilities
- Handling pointers and references safely
- Avoiding type confusion issues
- Utilizing C++ language features securely
Secure Coding Tools and Techniques
- Utilizing static analysis tools to uncover vulnerabilities
- Applying code review techniques for security assessment
- Implementing automated security testing strategies
- Embedding security checks into development workflows
Secure Coding Standards and Best Practices
- Studying industry secure coding guidelines
- Applying defensive programming techniques
- Integrating security into the software development lifecycle
- Ensuring the security and reliability of C/C++ applications
Practical Secure Coding Workshop
- Analyzing vulnerable C/C++ code samples
- Implementing security fixes and enhancements
- Testing code for resistance to common vulnerabilities
- Reviewing course material and secure development recommendations
Requirements
Foundational knowledge of C/C++
21 Hours
Testimonials (6)
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Carey Fan - Logitech
Course - C/C++ Secure Coding
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Armando Pinto - EID
Course - C/C++ Secure Coding
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Jose Vicente - EID
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Paulo Pereira - EID
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Course - C/C++ Secure Coding
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