Secure web application programming is essential for ensuring applications are protected from the increasing number of cyber threats. As attacks on web applications rise, it becomes critical for developers to master the fundamentals of secure programming to build robust and secure applications. The Advanced Secure Web Application Programming Course, offered by the British Academy for Training and Development, is designed to provide participants with in-depth knowledge and advanced skills to build secure web applications using best practices and advanced standards.

This course focuses on advanced security techniques for web application development, including how to prevent common vulnerabilities such as XSS, SQL Injection, CSRF, and more. The course will also cover security tools for web applications, protection strategies, and secure programming approaches for web application infrastructure.

Who Should Attend?

• Web application developers looking to enhance their skills in secure programming.
• Software engineers wanting to learn how to build secure web applications.
• IT security professionals seeking to learn secure web programming techniques.
• Software development teams looking to improve the security of their web applications.
• Programming experts aiming to deepen their knowledge of web application security.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• Provide participants with in-depth knowledge of secure web application programming.
• Teach how to avoid common web application vulnerabilities.
• Equip participants with skills to apply best security practices in web application development.
• Teach how to protect sensitive data and information in web applications.
• Enhance participants' ability to use modern security tools in the development of secure web applications.

• Concepts of Secure Programming and its Importance

  • What is secure programming and why it is important in modern applications
  • Comparison between traditional programming and secure programming
  • Key security principles to consider when developing web applications

• Common Security Threats in Web Applications

  • Types of attacks targeting web applications like SQL Injection and Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
  • Risks associated with applications lacking proper security
  • How to evaluate security vulnerabilities in web applications

• Best Practices in Secure Programming

  • Strategies for building secure applications from the ground up
  • Risk analysis and prioritizing security in software development phases
  • Using secure review and verification techniques during development

• Input Validation and Sanitization

  • How to handle user inputs securely
  • Techniques for input sanitization to prevent SQL Injection and XSS
  • Methods for validating inputs to avoid exploitation of vulnerabilities

• Handling Sensitive User Data Securely

  • How to protect user input data from attacks
  • Techniques for encrypting sensitive inputs such as passwords
  • Preventing malicious data injection through input validation

• Best Tools for Input Validation and Sanitization

  • Input security testing tools like OWASP ZAP and Burp Suite
  • How to use these tools to identify vulnerabilities in web applications
  • Integrating security testing into the development process

• Encrypting Data and Ensuring its Protection

  • Encryption techniques for data at rest and in transit
  • How to use HTTPS protocols to secure data transmission
  • Encrypting session data and ensuring its protection from exploitation

• Password Management and Storage

  • Best practices for securely storing passwords
  • How to use Hashing and Salting to protect passwords
  • Enabling Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) to enhance security

• Securing Session Data and Cookies

  • How to secure sessions in web applications
  • Implementing SameSite Cookies and HttpOnly Cookies for added security
  • Protecting session data with encryption

• Protecting Against SQL Injection

  • What is SQL Injection and how it occurs
  • Prevention techniques such as Prepared Statements and ORMs
  • Strategies for testing web applications for SQL Injection vulnerabilities

• Protecting Against Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)

  • What is XSS and its different types (Reflected, Stored, DOM-based)
  • Prevention methods such as Output Encoding and Content Security Policy (CSP)
  • How to protect web applications from XSS attacks

• Protecting Against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF)

  • Understanding CSRF and how it works
  • Prevention techniques such as Anti-CSRF Tokens
  • Best practices to mitigate CSRF risks in web applications

• Secure Frameworks in Web Application Development

  • Reviewing frameworks like Django and Ruby on Rails from a security perspective
  • How to configure frameworks securely to enhance application protection
  • Security practices in building applications using these frameworks

• Handling Complex Operations Securely

  • How to secure multi-party systems
  • Using modern techniques like OAuth and OpenID for secure application authentication
  • Implementing secure authentication methods to protect data and applications

• Security Testing in Frameworks

  • Security testing tools and frameworks such as OWASP Dependency-Check
  • How to conduct security tests throughout the software development lifecycle
  • Performing penetration testing on web applications regularly

• API Security Risks

  • What are the security risks related to APIs and how to address them
  • Security measures like OAuth and JWT for securing APIs
  • Preventing attacks such as API Rate Limiting and Authentication Failures

• Managing Permissions and Access in APIs

  • How to manage permissions between users and applications
  • Using the principle of Least Privilege for granting access
  • Monitoring API traffic and usage to detect potential threats

• Best Practices for API Security

  • Using API Gateways for enhanced API security
  • Protecting APIs against Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) attacks
  • Continuous testing and monitoring of APIs to detect vulnerabilities

• Secure Programming with Modern Tools

  • How to integrate security analysis tools into the development environment
  • Cloud-based security tools like Snyk and WhiteSource
  • The importance of Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Deployment (CD) in application security

• Ongoing Updates and Vulnerability Management

  • How to handle newly discovered security vulnerabilities post-launch
  • Strategies for rapid patching and securing web applications
  • The importance of regular updates to maintain security standards

• Security Tools for Mobile Applications and Developers

  • How mobile security testing tools can aid in secure programming
  • Addressing identity and access control vulnerabilities with mobile applications
  • Modern techniques to secure mobile applications in development