CYBR 621 Secure System Programming and OS Theory

Operating systems form the backbone of modern computing and play a pivotal role in cybersecurity and cyber operations. This course comprehensively introduces operating system theory while integrating essential security concepts. Students will learn core OS fundamentals¿including process management, memory management, and file systems¿through a combination of theoretical study and practical exercises. The curriculum includes hands-on experience with low-level programming using Assembly and C, as well as the utilization of Unix-like operating system APIs. Emphasis is placed on understanding OS architecture, identifying common vulnerabilities, and applying basic mitigation strategies through secure coding practices. This balanced approach establishes a solid foundation in OS principles and security, preparing students for more specialized studies in malware analysis, reverse engineering, and vulnerability assessments in advanced courses.

Special information

First day attendance is mandatory.
Prerequisites: Graduate standing. Note: Students are responsible to both be aware of and abide by prerequisites for CYBR courses for which they enroll, and will be administratively dropped from a course if they have not met prerequisites.