How to Know if a Cyber Security Engineering Degree is Right for You

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To get a job in the cyber security field, or more specifically in cyber security engineering, you’re going to need education, likely a cyber security engineering degree, and experience paired with the right skill set. 
This isn’t a field you can just jump into without the right qualifications and skills. So what exactly do you need to get accepted into a master’s program and then consequently work in the field? And how do you know if a career in cyber security engineering is right for you? Read on to find out!

Your Education and Experience
In order to gain the qualifications necessary to land a job as a cyber security engineer, many obtain a master’s degree in the field. A master’s degree is beneficial to those looking to enter or advance in the field of cyber security because it offers a truly specialized approach. But to get accepted into a master’s program it is essential to have a background that has prepared you adequately. That means that you should have an undergraduate degree in engineering or computer science and/or currently work in one of these areas.


It is important for cyber security engineers to have a technical background (including areas such as configuration and testing) and a deep breadth of knowledge around the different concepts and tools used to fight cyber crime. In order to design and innovate new security solutions as well as troubleshoot current systems, this knowledge and understanding is essential.

Your Strengths and Skills
Engineers design, invent and innovate. In order to be successful in the field these are passions you must possess. As Fred Kerby instructor at the SANS Institute and formerly an information assurance manager at the Naval Surface Warfare Center said in an article by The Business of Federal Technology, “You have to have a passion for what you’re doing. You have to have that natural sense of curiosity about how things work. It’s not something you can just get a certificate for and check that box on your resume.”

Most successful cyber security engineers share the following traits and skills:
  • A natural curiosity about the way things work
  • A desire to break things down, getting to the nuts and bolts of something
  • Mathematical and science minded
  • Detail oriented
  • Methodical
  • Collaborative
  • Ability to handle stress and fluid situations
  • Willingness to work on-call 24hrs/day

Does this sound like you? If so, cyber security engineering may be a great career path for you. And your timing couldn’t be any better to enter the field, as cyber security workers are now commanding a 9% salary premium over other IT workers and cyber security job postings have grown 91% from 2010-2014, according to Burning Glass Technologies.

How to Choose a Program
There are a few different paths available to you if you feel that cyber security engineering is a good fit and you meet the above criteria in experience, education and skill strengths. Depending on your specific goals combined with your background and financial situation you can decide which option is best for you.

Most of the time, the best choice for those who know they want to work in the field of cyber security engineering is to obtain a Master’s Degree in Cyber Security Engineering. An advanced degree in this field is highly sought and frequently required. By getting a degree in cyber security engineering you are gaining a holistic and focused education in a specialized field, which is looked upon very favorably by employers.

If you are comparing master’s programs be sure to evaluate the strength of the curriculum, the organization of the program, the faculty make-up and how well the program format lends itself to working professionals. Beware of computer science master degree programs with a specialization in cyber security. Unless you want a broad computer science degree, this option typically only gives you a few classes in cyber security and is not nearly as focused as a degree in cyber security engineering.

If you aren’t yet ready for a master’s degree there are a plethora of certifications you can rack up while you determine if a degree program is right for you. Certifications can really enhance your resume and are a great way to keep current and hone your skills.

There is currently a huge shortage of talent in the cyber security field, which has created an enormous opportunity for those looking to enter or advance their careers in this discipline.
At USD we offer a Master of Science in Cyber Security Engineering that focuses on the engineering aspects of software and hardware security and can be completed in as little as 20 months. To learn more about our nationally accredited program visit the program page.

Friday, January 6, 2017
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Stratgies to Stay Safe from Cyber Attacks

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Cyber security is vital for businesses, especially small and medium sized ones. Why? Because they often don’t have the cyber security infrastructure or staff that large companies have to ensure that files and bank accounts aren’t left susceptible to being compromised.
At first, for anyone, cyber security can feel very complex – and it is! But to make is easier, here are three proven strategies that companies of all sizes can implement to make sure they are keeping themselves safe from cyber-attacks.
Use these tips to educate yourself and others on what is necessary to stay safe and, for some businesses, compliant with regulation, with sensitive information.
  1. Use a layered defensive security approach.
    • Using software or other solutions at different points in and around a given network.
    • Layered defenses are important because they can often (depending on the amount of layers) prevent a breach from happening at all.
  2. Train employees (not just lower level employees, but employers and management as well).
    • Employees are most often the weakest link in any business’ security.
    • This is the easiest way for attackers to bypass many or all of the technical procedures put in place.
  3. Monitor and maintain network security all the time (24/7).
    • Trouble never sleeps, and there is always someone in the world who will want to attack your company or personal information.
Thursday, September 15, 2016
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New Malware Allows Full Access to Mac Systems

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Recently the internet security software company Bitdefender found that Apple computer systems, Mac OS X, faces a new threat that allows attackers to take full control of the system imperceptibly and collect all the sensitive information from the infected computers.



New Malware Allows Full Access to Mac Systems

Recently Bitdefender found a new malware that installs backdoors into the Mac operating system which grants attackers full access to Mac Systems. The malware has been called “Backdoor.MAC.Elanor” and has been discovered by researchers at Bitdefender security.

As we have already mentioned that we are dedicated to installing backdoors in the operating system so that the attackers may have full access, including user data or can take control of the webcam, execute arbitrary code and much more.


As a means of distribution used a false file conversion application known as EasyDoc Converter.app, which can be found in places widely used by Mac users when seeking applications to install, according to the Bitdefender security.

Initially, the researchers found it difficult to accurately determine the means by which infection occurs. Most likely, the backdoor is distributed via spam messages, but it can also get on the system through applications downloaded from untrusted sources. As explained by the experts, one of the loader components distributed via ZIP-file.

As the ZIP-file contains the executable file in the Mach-O format, which disguised as a text or JPEG-file. However, at the end of the expansion, there is a space, when you double click on the “ZIP-file” the file opens it in the Terminal, and not in TextEdit or Preview as regular files. Since the Finder file manager identifies the icon of the executable file as a JPEG or TXT, the user is unlikely to suspect that something was wrong and are likely to open it.

The backdoor, packed with a modified version of the UPX, seeking persistence on the system, setting PLIST-file in the “/Library/LaunchAgents/(if available superuser) or $ USER” and “/Library/ LaunchAgents/ (without root access)”. The Icloudsyncd executable file is stored in the “Library/Application Support/com.apple.iCloud.sync.daemon directory”.

However, the Mac have an increased security step known as “Gatekeeper”, which is located in the System Preferences under Security & Privacy. By default, it prevents running any unsigned applications from the unidentified sources or developers. So, if you download an unsigned application from any unidentified source then the Mac App Store will try to run it, but, ultimately you will get a message that “stating the application cannot be opened”. Hence, the Gatekeeper would have blocked the malware, if it is enabled.

Tuesday, July 19, 2016
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Hackers Show How To Hack Anyone’s Facebook Account Just By Knowing Phone Number

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By exploiting the SS7 flaw, a hacker can hack someone’s Facebook account just by knowing the associated phone number. This flaw allows a hacker to divert the OTP code to his/her own phone and use it to access the victim’s Facebook account. The security researchers, who have explained the hack in a video, advise the users to avoid adding their phone numbers to the public services.

Facebook hacking is also one of the most commonly searched terms on the internet. However, very often people become a victim of malware while searching for Facebook hacking tools.
As we continue to deploy new safety measures to secure our online accounts, hackers and security researchers continue to find new ways to control Facebook accounts.

Recently, we told you how an Indian security researcher spotted a bug in the Facebook website and got $15,000 bug bounty.

Today, we are going to tell you how hackers can hack any Facebook account just by knowing the associated phone number and exploiting an issue with SS7 network.

For those who don’t know, SS7 network (Signalling System Number 7) is a communication protocol that’s used worldwide by the cellphone carriers.

Using a flaw in SS7, hackers can divert the text messages and calls to their own devices. This hacking technique has been shared as a proof-of-concept video by the security researchers from Positive Technologies.

How To  Facebook Account By Knowing Phone Number (Video):
This flaw affects all Facebook users who have associated a phone number with their Facebook accounts.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wc72mmsR6bM
In the demonstration video, the security researchers show that as the first step of the hack, the attacker needs to click on the “Forgot account?” button on Facebook.com website’s homepage.

When Facebook prompts the hacker to enter an email address or phone number, he/she should enter the correct number associated with the account.

By exploiting the SS7 flaw, the hacker is able to divert the OTP message from Facebook to his/her own computer and use it to login to the victim’s Facebook.

The researchers list some measures that a user can take to secure his/her Facebook account. They advise people to avoid adding their phone numbers to public services and rely on email for recovery purposes.

The users are also advised to use 2-factor authentication methods that don’t use SMS texts for sending OTP.
Thursday, June 16, 2016
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Ethical Hacking Course in Vellore

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Ethical Hacking Course in Vellore | Kanchipuram | Gudiyatham

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Ethical Hacking! An action performed by a hacker to malfunction a system or an entire network with an intention to interrupt or crash the framework bypassing all the security issues such as a strong password set by the owner of the Network. Whereas a company look into this technique in a different way i.e; the companies uses these strategies in order to increase their security in a hacker point of view. This is what you will be learning at our ethical hacking course in Vellore. The training offered here will make you face the obstacles that are posted in the real time hacking industries.
According to an old saying “Be a roman, when you are in roman”, to become an ethical hacker you should turn in to one. The demand for ethical hacker is increasing worldwide, though it is the highest paid job in India as well as abroad. Unhappily there are less number of ethical hackers are available to fill out the opened positions in leading companies in the world. Our ethical hacking course would act as a gateway for you to enter in to a reputed concern. For this all you have to do is to join Redback Academy and pursue your ethical hacking training.
Our procedure lies in training our students in all the perspective that a professional hacker would thick. Since our trainers are present employees of foremost hacking companies, they would give you real time training on how to hack tiny network. Through which you will be gaining the knowledge of how to face an actual work environment. This includes, understanding the tools required for hacking and pace of environment where all the action will be held. These are our talent that we are implementing in teaching hacking course in Vellore for a long time.
Our teaching would be completely a practical one, with minimal number of theory classes. Students are allowed to take advantage of our Lab facility at the time we are opened. We do provide an International certification to our students on successful completion of the training and that would be from EC council. You can contact us at any time for a free demo class to get an in depth knowledge about the course that you are about to learn. We are ready to help you with all our effort to make you a ethical hacker as soon as possible. Don’t just wait anymore, call us now to enroll for the course.
Ethical Hacking Course Syllabus:
  • Introduction to Ethical Hacking
  • Footprinting and Reconnaissance
  • Scanning Networks
  • Enumeration
  • System Hacking
  • Trojans and Backdoors
  • Viruses and Worms
  • Sniffers
  • Social Engineering
  • Denial of Service
  • Session Hijacking
  • Hacking Webservers
  • Hacking Web Applications
  • SQL Injection
  • Hacking Wireless Networks
  • Hacking Mobile Platforms
  • Evading IDS, Firewalls, and Honeypots
  • Buffer Overflow
  • Cryptography
  • Penetration Testing
Why Ethical Hacking Course in Vellore at Redbakacademy?
  • We provide innovative and practical teaching methods in attempt to make learning more interactive.
  • We are open 7 days a week. You can enjoy the flexibility of weekday and weekend schedules based on your convenience.
  • At the end of the course, each student will be assigned with mini project. In addition, we also give the opportunity of working in real time projects based on their ability.
  • Our training institute is facilitated with high-end infrastructure and lab facility.
  • Intensive training through certified by ethical hackers working in leading MNCs
  • In depth subject coverage and excellent training
  • We also offer 100% placement assistance to our students to make impressive presence in reputed web design industries.
Looking for best Ethical Hacking Training Course in Chennai? Enroll in FITA. Get Trained by Certified Ethical Hacker and become one!
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Monday, May 23, 2016
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Wednesday, May 11, 2016
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IRCTC website hacked, information of lakhs feared stolen.

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The website of the Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) was hacked and the personal information of around 1 crore users is feared to be leaked, said reports on Thursday. The official website of the Indian Railways, IRCTC is the biggest travel e commerce website in India and lakhs of transactions are conducted by the site everyday. With the reported leak, safety and security questions about the customers’ personal information like PAN card numbers and other details have arisen.

 The hacking occurred late on Tuesday night and the site has now been brought under control. But the fears of personal information of thousands of customers being misused still remain. A high-level meeting took place in Delhi regarding the hacking. Senior IRCTC officials discussed what measures could be taken to ascertain how far the hackers had gone. Speaking to Mumbai Mirror,  AK Manocha, Managing Director of IRCTC revealed that so far, there has been no complaint from any customer, but Delhi police’s cyber cell has been informed. 


Customers have to fill in important information for online reservations and when stolen, the same can be used by miscreants to create forged documents. ”The data is a valuable asset and can be sold to corporations who may use it for targeting potential consumers,” an IRCTC source was quoted as saying by TOI. Personal data of the users like email ids and mobile numbers which are also filled in, while making online bookings, can be used by telemarketers for promoting their respective products or services and spamming the customers with unwanted messages.

 However, sources said that it was unlikely that bank details or credit card details are leaked since the website, since the payment gateway takes the customer out of the website during the online payment. Once the user is directed to the bank site, there are less chances of information getting leaked as these have better security. The hacking occurred even after the Railways reportedly spent Rs. 100 crores last year, for the upgrading of the website.



Thursday, May 5, 2016
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