Web Application Security

Overview

This course covers essential web security concepts and secure coding practices. You’ll learn to identify common vulnerabilities, implement protection techniques, and leverage Microsoft Copilot to detect and fix security issues in web applications. By the end of this program, you will be able to… Define common web application vulnerabilities and principles of secure coding. Explain the concepts and impacts of SQL injection, XSS, CSRF, input validation techniques, and best practices for authentication and authorization. Describe the importance of output encoding, sanitization, secure data storage, and transmission. Enhance the security of web applications with Microsoft Copilot to detect vulnerabilities, fix issues, and implement secure coding practices.

Syllabus

Common Vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL Injection, XSS, CSRF)

In this module, you will explore the most prevalent security vulnerabilities in web applications and their potential impact. You’ll learn how attacks such as SQL Injection, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), and Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) exploit security flaws, compromising data integrity and user privacy. Through real-world examples, you’ll analyze how these threats manifest and the consequences they can have on web applications. By the end of this module, you’ll have a deeper understanding of these vulnerabilities and the critical need for secure coding practices to mitigate risks.

Secure Coding Practices and Input Validation

In this module, you will learn the fundamental principles of secure coding and how they help protect web applications from common security threats. You'll explore techniques for input validation, output encoding, and data sanitization to prevent malicious attacks. Additionally, you’ll gain insight into best practices for authentication, authorization, and secure data storage and transmission. By the end of this module, you’ll understand how to implement security-focused development practices that strengthen application defenses and safeguard user data.

Using Microsoft Copilot for Identifying and Fixing Security Issues

In this module, you will discover how Microsoft Copilot can assist in detecting and mitigating security vulnerabilities in web applications. You’ll learn how to leverage Copilot’s AI-powered capabilities to identify security flaws in code, apply fixes, and reinforce secure coding best practices. Additionally, you’ll explore how Copilot can be integrated into a comprehensive security review process to enhance application security. By the end of this module, you’ll be equipped to use Microsoft Copilot as a valuable tool in securing web applications against potential threats.