CompTIA Security+ 2011: Network Protocols, Attacks, and Defenses

Overview/Description
Network security professionals must have a firm understanding of the transport mechanisms and attacks faced by traffic entering and exiting a network environment. This course examines the TCP/IP protocol suite, the OSI model, and the different protocols that operate within the layers of these models. This course also examines various attacks that protocols and ports can face, along with the tools that can be used to detect these attacks. This course helps prepares the learner to write the CompTIA Security+ Certification SYO-301.

Target Audience
Individuals who have day to day technical information security experience who are looking to validate that knowledge. It is recommended that individuals have a minimum of 2 years experience in IT administration with a focus on security and a broad knowledge of security concerns and implementations.

Expected Duration (hours)
2.0

Lesson Objectives

CompTIA Security+ 2011: Network Protocols, Attacks, and Defenses

describe various network topologies

distinguish between TCP and UDP

recognize the key features of UDP

recognize the most common TCP and UDP ports

compare network topologies

recognize the most common UDP and TCP ports

differentiate between network attacks

differentiate between the three main frameworks for NAC

identify the best practices for port security

recognize when to use a port scanner as part of a vulnerability assessment

recognize when to use a sniffer as part of a vulnerability assessment