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Exploiting and Securing AI/MCP Systems

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Coursera
Pricing

Paid Course
Languages

English
Certificate

Certificate Available
Effort

3 weeks, 1 hour a week
Sessions

Self-Paced
Level

Intermediate
Subtitles

English

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A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This course empowers learners to understand, deploy, and secure Multi-Component Platform (MCP) systems in AI applications, bridging theoretical knowledge with practical hands-on skills. The course begins with foundational concepts, including MCP architecture, server setup, and Python-based development using the FastMCP SDK. You’ll explore local and remote server configurations and integrate them with AI tools like the Claude Desktop App. Step-by-step labs and demonstrations ensure you gain practical experience and confidence in system deployment and configuration. This course is ideal for cybersecurity professionals, AI developers, ethical hackers, and IT students with basic Python knowledge. Intermediate understanding of networking and security concepts is recommended. Difficulty level: Intermediate. By the end of the course, you will be able to build MCP servers in Python, integrate them with AI apps, identify and exploit common security flaws, and implement measures to secure AI/MCP systems effectively.

Syllabus

Introduction

In this module, we will introduce the course objectives and outline the learning journey. You will learn why exploiting and securing MCP systems is critical for modern AI applications. The module sets the stage for hands-on labs and practical exercises.

Build Your First MCP Server in Python

In this module, we will guide you through building your first MCP server in Python. You will explore MCP architecture, create a local server with the FastMCP SDK, and integrate it with the Claude Desktop App. The module also covers adding resources and prompts to enhance server capabilities.

Attacking MCP Servers and AI Apps

In this module, we will focus on exploiting MCP servers and AI applications to understand potential security weaknesses. You will practice attacks like SSRF, Confused Deputy, and prompt injections. The module emphasizes identifying risks and preparing mitigation strategies.