# CS6035 O01 Introduction to Information Security

Last edited: 2026-01-28

Introduction to Information Security is a graduate-level introductory course in information security. It teaches the basic concepts and principles of information security, and the fundamental approaches to secure computers and networks.

Main topics include:

  • Security basics
  • Security management and risk assessment
  • Software security
  • Operating systems security
  • Database security
  • Cryptography algorithms and protocols
  • Network authentication and secure network applications
  • Malware
  • Network threats and defences
  • Web security
  • Mobile security
  • Legal and ethical issues
  • Privacy

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