In this Specialization, we will investigate, prevent, and resolve JavaScript-related attacks and learn how to build safer JavaScript applications. JavaScript is a fundamental technology for building web applications and is also popular for building server-side, desktop, and even mobile applications. Most of this learning Specialization will cover front-end JavaScript; however, we will also consider Node.js. After completing this Specialization, you will understand the diverse threats and protections of the JavaScript world.
JavaScript Security Specialization
JavaScript Security Specialization
Launch your career in JavaScript Security. Master strategies to investigate, prevent and resolve JavaScript-related attacks and learn how to build safer applications.
Instructor: Vladimir de Turckheim
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
(101 reviews)
Intermediate level
Recommended experience
1 month at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
XSS and remote code execution.
Regular expressions.
CSRF and browser security.
Overview
Skills you'll gain
- Secure Coding
- Javascript
- Risk Management Framework
- Package and Software Management
- Cryptography
- Vulnerability Management
- Infrastructure Security
- Vulnerability Assessments
- Threat Modeling
- Application Security
- Identity and Access Management
- Cloud Services
- Cloud Platforms
- Authentications
- Cloud Security
- Serverless Computing
- Web Development
Tools you'll learn
What’s included
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Taught in English
9 practice exercises
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Specialization - 4 course series
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
Authentications, Node.JS, Javascript, Identity and Access Management, Browser Compatibility, Application Security, Cryptography, and Web Applications
What you'll learn
XSS and Javascript Remote Code Execution.
CSRF and Browser Security.
Skills you'll gain
Secure Coding, Application Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Javascript, Node.JS, Web Servers, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development, Web Applications, and Java Programming
What you'll learn
Expressions
Prototype Pollution
Ecosystem Modules (npm) and Supply Chain
Skills you'll gain
Application Security, Javascript, Secure Coding, Vulnerability Assessments, Node.JS, Package and Software Management, Vulnerability Management, and Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP)
What you'll learn
Serverless Javascript
Web Developer Desktop Security.
Skills you'll gain
Cloud Security, Serverless Computing, Application Security, Cloud Services, Javascript, Cloud Platforms, Infrastructure Security, Threat Modeling, Secure Coding, Risk Management Framework, Node.JS, Amazon Web Services, and Web Applications
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