CS-626-Y23F Igor Khokhlov

CS-626-A: Intro to Cybersecurity
2023 Fall
Course & Instructor Information

Information
Instructor Name Dr. Igor Khokhlov
Instructor Email [email protected]
Monday: 10:30AM-12PM and 5PM-6:30PM, Thursday: 11AM-12PM and
Office Hours
2PM-3PM, Friday: 2PM-3PM, or by appointment
Office Location West Campus, East Building, E-1055
Phone 203-396-6027
Course Format lecture, lab, seminar, in-person
Course Location West Campus, East Building, Room E-1129 (First Floor)
Course Times Mon 6:30PM – 9PM
Course Prerequisites
None
Course Description and Purpose

This course introduces students to the basics of cybersecurity concepts and provides a
bird view of the domain. The covered topics reflect modern cybersecurity issues and give
the foundation for further development as a cybersecurity specialist and researcher. This
course is a graduate-level course and exposes students to the research activities such
as researching new tools, working in teams, and making presentation on a chosen topic.
After this course completion, students will have a broad understanding of various
cybersecurity issues and how to mitigate them.
Course Materials
Selected readings from various assigned sources, Material posted to Blackboard.
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Student Learning Objectives/Outcomes
Upon course completion, students will understand information and principles from the
following domains:
Learning Objectives/Outcomes
1. Modern Malware and Attacks

2. Phishing
3. Social Engineering
4. Intrusion Detection Systems Based on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Techniques
5. Firewalls
6. Operating Systems
7. Blockchain Technology and Its Application in Cybersecurity Domain
Course Activities
Course Learning Activities & Assessments
You will have multiple opportunities to practice and demonstrate your progress toward
the above student learning outcomes in this course. These include, but are not limited to:
Assignments
In the research assignment, you have to research and prepare a presentation on one
cybersecurity tool of your choice from the provided list.
All assignments will be submitted through Blackboard. No assignments will be accepted

through email. No late assignments will be accepted.
Exams
There will be one mid-term exam, one final exam, and one final presentation. They will
be held in-class and therefore no make-ups will be given.
Labs
You will be using – VirtualBox, Linux, Python (sklearn and tensorflow).

Course Schedule
Week Dates Topic Assignments &

Readings Due
1 9/11 Introduction to Computer Security
2 9/18 Introduction to Computer Security, Part 2
Malware, Part 1
3 9/25 Malware, Part 2
4 10/2 Social engineering and hackers
5 10/16 Privacy on mobile devices. Security

mechanisms in Android OS. Colluded
applications attacks.
6 10/23 Midterm Exam
7 10/30 Phishing Lab#1: Protection against

phishing using ML
8 11/6 Operating system security and hardening. Lab #2: Vulnerability

scanning and protection
9 11/13 Firewalls and Intrusion detection systems

overview.
10 11/20 Tools presentation Tools presentation
11 11/27 Course Review.
12 12/4 Final exam
Final Grades
Please read this section carefully. Final grades will be determined by student performance
according to the following:
Assignment/Assessment Percentage of Grade

Lab Assignments 40%
Tool presentation 10%
Midterm Exam 20%

Assignment/Assessment Percentage of Grade
Final Exam 30%
Discussions (extra) 3%
Total 100%
The final letter grade is assigned in accordance with the university grading policy:
Student Expectations
Expectations for Attendance and Participation
Communication
All announcements, email notifications, class material and grading will be done through
Blackboard. Check for announcements and updates daily. You are responsible for having
access to Blackboard prior to starting the course. All class notes, presentations and
examples presented in class will be available on Blackboard after the completion of each
class. Please allow up to 24 hours for a returned email.
Attendance
Weekly attendance and participation is expected. Each week’s material builds upon the
previous week. More than two absences from class will result in an automatic failure from
the course.
Academic Integrity
The University has a standing policy in place with regard to academic integrity. As stated
in the University policy, this requires on the part of students a commitment to the
fundamental values of honesty, trust, fairness, respect and reasonability. All students are
expected to familiarize themselves with the policy and be in compliance. This policy can

be found online at https://www.sacredheart.edu/offices--departments-
directory/registrar/academic-integrity-policy/
All university programs and courses adhere fully to the University Policy on Academic
Integrity, as stated in the Undergraduate and Graduate Catalogs and on the Academic
Integrity Web Page. Academic dishonesty (e.g., cheating, plagiarism, and other unethical
behavior) could result in a grade of F for the assignment and/or course.
Policy on Syllabus Changes and Contractual Obligations

This syllabus and course outline is subject to change by the instructor during the
semester. Changes may be necessary because of students’ specific interest(s), general
class progression, and class cancellations. If such changes are implemented, they will be
announced in class and posted online. This syllabus and any addendums attached shall
not be construed by the student as a contract, implied or expressed, between the student
and/or the professor and the University.
How We Support Your Learning at SHU

University Support Offices
There are multiple support offices on campus eager to assist SHU students:
• Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) - offers tutoring, writing, and academic
support for all SHU students. Visit the PASS Portal to sign up for tutoring, submit
a paper for feedback through the Online Writing Lab (OWL), or look up Classroom
Learning Assistants (CLAs) and Learning Lab schedules for specific courses.
Questions? Contact [email protected].
• Office of Student Advising & Success – offers appointments with student
success coordinators and advisors who are ready and eager to meet with you
about exploring majors and programs, and key academic skills such as time
management. Questions? Contact [email protected].
• Technical Support @ The Factory – offers technical support, including
Blackboard and classroom technology help, across walk-in, phone, chat, self-
service, and help article formats. Questions? Contact
[email protected].
• Counseling & Ministry Supports - Students may experience a variety of
challenges while enrolled at SHU. Information about undergraduate counseling
and graduate counseling services are available via the Counseling Center website.
Campus Ministry also provides faith-based support for students.

Academic Accommodations & The Office of Student Accessibility
Sacred Heart University provides equal educational opportunities for all students
regardless of disability status. Students requesting accommodations should contact the
Office of Student Accessibility (OSA). Students must be registered with the Office of
Student Accessibility and submit appropriate documentation to be granted
accommodations. For further information, please contact Kathy Radziunas, Director of
OSA, [email protected], or Laurie Scinicariello, Assistant Director of
OSA, [email protected].
Our Commitment to Inclusive Excellence

Inclusive Excellence is the recognition that our institution’s success depends on how well
we value, engage, and include the rich diversity of students, staff, faculty, administrators,
alums, and surrounding community. For more information about inclusive excellence, visit
the Office for Inclusive Excellence (OIE) website, email
[email protected], or call 203-365-7530.
If you believe you have witnessed or experienced bias, discrimination, or harassment in

any way, I encourage you to submit an Incident Report or contact
[email protected]. If you are experiencing challenges with accessing
food, housing, technology, or other resources that may affect your performance, I
encourage you to contact the Dean of Students, Larry Wielk, at
[email protected]. There are university resources available to support you.

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Course & Instructor Information

Course Description and Purpose

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1. Modern Malware and Attacks

4. Intrusion Detection Systems Based on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

7. Blockchain Technology and Its Application in Cybersecurity Domain

All assignments will be submitted through Blackboard. No assignments will be accepted

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Week Dates Topic Assignments &

1 9/11 Introduction to Computer Security

2 9/18 Introduction to Computer Security, Part 2

3 9/25 Malware, Part 2

4 10/2 Social engineering and hackers

5 10/16 Privacy on mobile devices. Security

6 10/23 Midterm Exam

7 10/30 Phishing Lab#1: Protection against

8 11/6 Operating system security and hardening. Lab #2: Vulnerability

9 11/13 Firewalls and Intrusion detection systems

10 11/20 Tools presentation Tools presentation

11 11/27 Course Review.

12 12/4 Final exam

Assignment/Assessment Percentage of Grade

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Policy on Syllabus Changes and Contractual Obligations

How We Support Your Learning at SHU

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Our Commitment to Inclusive Excellence

If you believe you have witnessed or experienced bias, discrimination, or harassment in

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