Networking and Cyber Defense · Networks & Security

Cybersecurity Threats and Mitigation

Analyzing vulnerabilities in software and the human factors that lead to security breaches.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why is the human element often the weakest link in a secure system?
  2. 2How do we balance user convenience with strict security protocols?
  3. 3What are the ethical responsibilities of a developer who finds a vulnerability?

Common Core State Standards

CSTA: 3B-NI-04CSTA: 3B-IC-28
Grade: 11th Grade
Subject: Computer Science
Unit: Networking and Cyber Defense
Period: Networks & Security

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