Network and Web Security

4 credits

Fundamental principles of network and communication security, associated vulnerabilities and defenses, and network and web security attacks. Design of security mechanisms and protocols for thwarting attacks on existing and emerging computer networks including network communication protocols, domain name systems, wireless networks, and web security. Practical protocols and analysis of their weaknesses and approaches to strengthen them. Prerequisite: either CSE 163 or E E 241; and E E 418; recommended: E E 419.