Web security is a fundamental pillar for protecting sensitive data and ensuring the stability of digital systems. In an increasingly connected world, cybercriminals specifically target vulnerabilities in web applications and services to compromise systems, disrupt services, or steal confidential information. Inadequate security measures can have severe consequences, ranging from financial losses and legal repercussions to a significant loss of trust from customers and partners.

Modern attack techniques are constantly evolving, requiring companies to continuously adapt their security strategies and regularly assess their web applications for vulnerabilities. Effective security measures, such as secure authentication and authorization concepts, encryption, firewalls, and proactive vulnerability analysis, are essential to minimize risks and enhance system resilience. Only by consistently integrating security principles into architecture and development can sustainable protection mechanisms be established.

What can you expect?

The iSAQB-certified training on web security provides essential knowledge and skills to effectively protect web applications from cyberattacks. In addition to the fundamentals of web security, the focus is on implementing robust protection mechanisms, analyzing and mitigating vulnerabilities, and applying strong authentication and authorization procedures. The training demonstrates how firewalls and encryption techniques can be effectively utilized, attack points identified early, and security measures seamlessly integrated into existing systems – ensuring maximum protection and resilience.

Participant Requirements

➤ You should have an understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
➤ Basic knowledge of protocols and data transmission is required.
➤ You should have experience in developing or contributing to web applications.
➤ A fundamental understanding of IT security is helpful.
➤ You should be open to new security concepts and best practices.
➤ Practical experience with software or system architecture is an advantage.

Technical Requirements

There are no specific requirements for the training environment, as the exercises are conducted using cloud- and web-based tools like Miro, Draw.io, and platforms such as Jupyter or HuggingFace. Only a stable and sufficiently fast internet connection is required.

Your Added Value

➤ You will identify risks, threat models, and security gaps early.
➤ You will develop applications according to security-by-design principles.
➤ You will understand common attack vectors and implement protection measures.
➤ You will securely apply encryption, hashing, and trust models.
➤ You will secure systems with firewalls, IDS, and secure protocols.
➤ You will directly apply learned security concepts in development.

Training Content in Detail

✔️ Basics of Web Security
➤ Protection goals such as confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
➤ Threat analysis and risk management.
✔️ Firewalls and Encryption
➤ Use of packet filters, Web Application Firewalls, and Intrusion Detection Systems.
➤ Utilization of symmetric and asymmetric encryption methods.
✔️ Vulnerability Analysis
➤ Identifying security gaps through penetration testing and fuzzing.
➤ Use of tools for automated security analysis.
✔️ Authentication and Authorization
➤ Concepts such as multi-factor authentication and single sign-on.
➤ Implementation of OAuth, OpenID Connect, and SAML.
✔️ Security Policies and Standards
➤ Introduction to ISO 27000, OWASP, BSI Basic Protection, and PCI-DSS.
➤ Creation and implementation of secure development guidelines.
✔️ Data Protection and GDPR-Compliant Development
➤ Protection of personal data and legal storage.
➤ Measures to comply with GDPR requirements.

Your Benefits at a Glance

➤ In-depth web security: Recognize and effectively minimize security risks.
➤ Practical methods: Directly apply proven security concepts.
➤ Recognized certification: Demonstrate expertise and enhance career opportunities.