Application Security Training in Belgrade

This instructor-led, live training in Belgrade (online or onsite) targets developers at an intermediate to advanced level who aim to grasp and apply secure coding practices, recognize security risks within software, and deploy defenses against cyber threats.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:

• Comprehending common security vulnerabilities in web and software applications.
• Analyzing security threats and exploit techniques employed by attackers.
• Implementing secure coding practices to reduce security risks.
• Utilizing security testing tools to identify and rectify vulnerabilities.

The EC-Council Certified DevSecOps Engineer (ECDE) is a practical course designed to provide professionals with the necessary skills to integrate security throughout the DevOps lifecycle, facilitating secure software development from the planning phase through to deployment.

This instructor-led, live training session (available online or on-site) targets intermediate-level software engineers and DevOps specialists looking to embed security practices into CI/CD pipelines, thereby ensuring the delivery of secure and compliant code.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:

• Comprehending the core principles and practices of DevSecOps.
• Securing all stages of the CI/CD pipeline using automated tools.
• Implementing secure coding standards and vulnerability scanning techniques.
• Preparing for the ECDE certification through practical labs and review sessions.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Hands-on experience with DevSecOps tools in simulated pipelines.
• Guided exercises centered on secure development and deployment.

Course Customization Options

• To arrange customized training tailored to your team’s specific workflows or toolchains, please contact us.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Explain application security concepts and common vulnerabilities
• Describe ABAP programming best practices and the proper handling of SY-SUBRC
• Understand injection vulnerabilities
• Describe security testing tools
• Explain ATC and CVA

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions
• Extensive exercises and practice sessions
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment

This course addresses the essential secure coding topics pertinent to a broad range of web application developers. It educates participants on the principles of secure programming by examining specific code samples, identifying security vulnerabilities, and implementing effective remediation strategies.

Throughout the course, students will observe demonstrations of real-world attacks and learn how to prevent them, building the confidence needed to enhance the security posture of their applications.

Duration: 3 days
Target Audience: Developers seeking to deepen their expertise in secure coding practices.

Learning Outcomes
• Participants will acquire knowledge in:
• Web Application Security.
• Common Web Application Risks.
• Penetration Testing of Demo Web Applications.
• Data Validation.
• Authentication.
• Session Management.
• Secure SDLC.

Building secure networked applications can be challenging, even for developers who have previously worked with various cryptographic components (such as encryption and digital signatures). To help participants grasp the role and application of these cryptographic primitives, the course begins by establishing a strong foundation on the core requirements of secure communication: secure authentication, integrity, confidentiality, remote identity verification, and anonymity. It also addresses common threats that compromise these requirements and presents practical, real-world solutions.

As cryptography is a cornerstone of network security, the course examines essential algorithms in symmetric cryptography, hashing, asymmetric cryptography, and key agreement. Rather than focusing on complex mathematical theory, these topics are explored from a developer's perspective, highlighting typical use cases and practical considerations, such as public key infrastructures. The course also introduces security protocols across various domains of secure communication, with a detailed analysis of widely adopted protocol families like IPSEC and SSL/TLS.

Common cryptographic vulnerabilities are discussed, covering both specific algorithms and protocols. Examples include BEAST, CRIME, TIME, BREACH, FREAK, Logjam, Padding oracle, Lucky Thirteen, POODLE, and RSA timing attacks. For each vulnerability, the course outlines practical implications and potential consequences, again avoiding deep mathematical derivations.

Finally, given that XML technology is central to data exchange in networked applications, the course covers XML security. This includes the use of XML in web services and SOAP messages, alongside protection mechanisms like XML Signature and XML Encryption. It also addresses weaknesses in these protections and XML-specific security issues, such as XML injection, XML external entity (XXE) attacks, XML bombs, and XPath injection.

Participants attending this course will

• Understand fundamental concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Understand the requirements of secure communication
• Learn about network attacks and defenses across different OSI layers
• Gain a practical understanding of cryptography
• Understand essential security protocols
• Understand recent attacks against cryptosystems
• Gain information about some recent related vulnerabilities
• Understand security concepts of Web services
• Get sources and further readings on secure coding practices

Audience

Developers, Professionals

The shift to cloud computing transforms how applications are developed, deployed, and managed. This transition reallocates responsibilities between service providers and customers, introducing cloud-native platforms like containers, serverless architectures, and managed services that necessitate adapted security controls. Consequently, security strategies must encompass infrastructure hardening, identity and access management, data protection, secure development methodologies, and mitigation of cloud-specific threat vectors.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or on-site) is designed for intermediate-level developers, security engineers, and IT managers seeking practical, hands-on skills to secure cloud applications and their underlying infrastructure. Participants will learn repeatable controls and assessment techniques aligned with current industry frameworks and cloud provider recommendations.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Articulate the cloud shared responsibility model and apply it to application security decisions.
• Harden cloud infrastructure (IaaS), secure platform services (PaaS), and evaluate SaaS configurations.
• Implement secure coding and OWASP-based mitigation patterns in cloud-hosted applications.
• Integrate security tooling into CI/CD pipelines (SAST/DAST/IAST/RASP) and adopt shift-left practices.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions supported by live demonstrations.
• Hands-on labs utilizing cloud consoles, containers, serverless functions, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Practical exercises: secure configuration, vulnerability scanning, attack simulation, and remediation planning.

Customization Options

• For customized training requests, please contact us to arrange a tailored session.

Over the course of three days, this program explores the fundamental principles of safeguarding C/C++ code against potential exploits by malicious actors. Participants will learn how to mitigate risks associated with memory management and input handling, while mastering the core tenets of writing robust and secure software.

Even seasoned Java developers do not necessarily master all the security services provided by Java, nor are they always aware of the various vulnerabilities relevant to web applications built with Java.

In addition to introducing the security components of the Standard Java Edition, this course addresses security issues within the Java Enterprise Edition (JEE) and web services. The discussion of specific services begins with the fundamentals of cryptography and secure communication. Various exercises cover declarative and programmatic security techniques in JEE, as well as both transport-layer and end-to-end security for web services. The use of all components is illustrated through several practical exercises, allowing participants to explore the discussed APIs and tools themselves.

The course also reviews and explains the most frequent and severe programming flaws of the Java language and platform, as well as web-related vulnerabilities. Beyond the typical bugs made by Java programmers, the security vulnerabilities covered include both language-specific issues and problems arising from the runtime environment. All vulnerabilities and relevant attacks are demonstrated through easy-to-understand exercises, followed by recommended coding guidelines and possible mitigation techniques.

Participants attending this course will

• Understand basic concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Learn about web vulnerabilities beyond the OWASP Top Ten and know how to avoid them
• Understand the security concepts of web services
• Learn to use various security features of the Java development environment
• Gain a practical understanding of cryptography
• Understand the security solutions of Java EE
• Learn about typical coding mistakes and how to avoid them
• Get information about some recent vulnerabilities in the Java framework
• Gain practical knowledge in using security testing tools
• Get sources and further readings on secure coding practices

Audience

Developers

Even seasoned developers do not necessarily master all the security services provided by their development platforms, nor are they always fully aware of the vulnerabilities that could affect their projects. This course is designed for developers working with both Java and PHP, equipping them with the essential skills needed to make their applications resilient against modern internet-based attacks.

Participants will navigate the layers of Java security architecture, addressing access control, authentication, authorization, secure communication, and various cryptographic functions. The course also introduces key APIs for securing PHP code, such as OpenSSL for cryptography and HTML Purifier for input validation. Server-side best practices for hardening and configuring the operating system, web container, file system, SQL server, and PHP itself are covered, with a special emphasis on client-side security issues related to JavaScript, Ajax, and HTML5.

General web vulnerabilities are discussed using examples aligned with the OWASP Top Ten, including various injection attacks, script injections, session handling attacks, insecure direct object references, file upload issues, and more. The course introduces language-specific problems in Java and PHP, as well as issues arising from the runtime environment, categorizing them into standard vulnerability types such as missing or improper input validation, incorrect use of security features, flawed error and exception handling, time- and state-related problems, code quality issues, and mobile code-related vulnerabilities.

Participants will have the opportunity to experiment with the discussed APIs, tools, and configuration effects. Each introduction to vulnerabilities is supported by hands-on exercises that demonstrate the consequences of successful attacks, show how to fix bugs, apply mitigation techniques, and introduce the use of various extensions and tools.

Participants attending this course will

• Understand fundamental concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Learn about web vulnerabilities beyond the OWASP Top Ten and how to avoid them
• Learn about client-side vulnerabilities and secure coding practices
• Learn to utilize various security features within the Java development environment
• Gain a practical understanding of cryptography
• Learn to use various security features in PHP
• Understand the security concepts of web services
• Acquire practical knowledge in using security testing tools
• Learn about typical coding mistakes and how to prevent them
• Stay informed about recent vulnerabilities in Java and PHP frameworks and libraries
• Receive sources and further readings on secure coding practices

Audience

Developers

Description

The Java language and its Runtime Environment (JRE) were designed to minimize exposure to the most critical security vulnerabilities commonly found in other languages, such as C/C++. However, software developers and architects must do more than just utilize the positive security features of the Java environment; they must also be vigilant about the numerous vulnerabilities that still pose significant risks in Java development (negative security).

The course introduces security services by first providing a concise overview of cryptographic foundations, establishing a common baseline for understanding the purpose and functionality of relevant components. Participants engage with these components through practical exercises, allowing them to explore the discussed APIs firsthand.

The curriculum also examines and explains the most frequent and severe programming flaws in the Java language and platform, addressing both typical errors made by Java developers and issues specific to the language and environment. All vulnerabilities and corresponding attacks are illustrated through accessible exercises, followed by recommended coding guidelines and effective mitigation techniques.

Participants attending this course will

• Grasp fundamental concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Gain knowledge of Web vulnerabilities beyond the OWASP Top Ten and learn how to prevent them
• Learn to effectively utilize various security features within the Java development environment
• Develop a practical understanding of cryptography
• Identify common coding mistakes and learn how to avoid them
• Receive information on recent vulnerabilities within the Java framework
• Access sources and further reading materials on secure coding practices

Audience

Developers

Participants attending this course in Belgrade will

• Understand basic concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Learn about web vulnerabilities beyond the OWASP Top Ten and know how to avoid them
• Learn about client-side vulnerabilities and secure coding practices
• Learn to use various security features of the Java development environment
• Have a practical understanding of cryptography
• Understand security concepts of Web services
• Understand security solutions of Java EE
• Learn about typical coding mistakes and how to avoid them
• Get information about some recent vulnerabilities in the Java framework
• Gain practical knowledge in using security testing tools
• Get sources and further readings on secure coding practices

Today, numerous programming languages can compile code into the .NET and ASP.NET frameworks. While this environment offers robust mechanisms for security development, it is essential for developers to master the architectural and coding-level techniques required to implement necessary security functions, prevent vulnerabilities, and mitigate their exploitation.

This course aims to equip developers with practical skills through extensive hands-on exercises. Participants will learn how to prevent untrusted code from executing privileged actions, safeguard resources via strong authentication and authorization, manage remote procedure calls and sessions, and explore various functional implementations, among other critical topics.

The course introduces various vulnerabilities by first examining typical programming issues encountered when using .NET. It further discusses ASP.NET vulnerabilities, addressing how different environment settings and their impacts affect security. Additionally, the section on ASP.NET-specific vulnerabilities covers general web application security challenges as well as specialized issues and attack vectors, such as ViewState attacks and string termination exploits.

Participants attending this course will

• Gain a solid understanding of fundamental security concepts, IT security principles, and secure coding practices
• Identify web vulnerabilities beyond the OWASP Top Ten and learn effective strategies to avoid them
• Master the utilization of various security features within the .NET development environment
• Acquire practical expertise in using security testing tools
• Recognize common coding mistakes and understand how to prevent them
• Stay informed about recent vulnerabilities affecting .NET and ASP.NET
• Access valuable resources and further reading materials on secure coding practices

Audience

Software Developers

This course equips PHP developers with the essential skills needed to fortify applications against modern internet-based threats. The curriculum explores web vulnerabilities through PHP-centric examples that extend beyond the OWASP Top Ten, addressing various injection attacks, script injections, session handling flaws, insecure direct object references, file upload issues, and more. PHP-related vulnerabilities are categorized into standard types such as inadequate or missing input validation, incorrect error and exception handling, misuse of security features, and time- and state-related problems. For the latter, we examine attacks like open_basedir circumvention, denial-of-service via magic floats, and hash table collision attacks. In every scenario, participants will learn critical techniques and functions to mitigate these risks.

A significant emphasis is placed on client-side security, addressing issues related to JavaScript, Ajax, and HTML5. Several PHP security extensions are introduced, including hash, mcrypt, and OpenSSL for cryptography, as well as Ctype, ext/filter, and HTML Purifier for input validation. Comprehensive hardening practices are provided for PHP configuration (php.ini settings), Apache, and server infrastructure in general. Additionally, the course offers an overview of diverse security testing tools and techniques available to developers and testers, such as security scanners, penetration testing and exploit kits, sniffers, proxy servers, fuzzing tools, and static source code analyzers.

Both the exploration of vulnerabilities and configuration best practices are reinforced with hands-on exercises. These exercises demonstrate the impact of successful attacks, show how to implement mitigation strategies, and guide participants through the use of various extensions and tools.

Participants attending this course will

• Grasp fundamental concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Explore web vulnerabilities beyond the OWASP Top Ten and learn how to prevent them
• Understand client-side vulnerabilities and secure coding practices
• Gain practical knowledge of cryptography
• Learn to utilize various PHP security features
• Identify common coding errors and learn how to avoid them
• Stay updated on recent vulnerabilities within the PHP framework
• Acquire practical experience using security testing tools
• Receive resources and further reading materials on secure coding practices

Audience

Developers

The Combined SDL core training provides an in-depth look at secure software design, development, and testing via the Microsoft Secure Development Lifecycle (SDL). It offers a foundational overview of the essential SDL components, followed by design techniques aimed at identifying and rectifying flaws during the early stages of development.

Focusing on the development phase, the course reviews common security-related programming bugs in both managed and native code. The curriculum presents attack vectors for the discussed vulnerabilities alongside their corresponding mitigation strategies, all illustrated through hands-on exercises that offer participants practical, live hacking experience. Following the introduction to various security testing methods, the effectiveness of different testing tools is demonstrated. Participants gain a clear understanding of how these tools operate by applying them to previously discussed vulnerable code through numerous practical exercises.

Participants attending this course will

Grasp the fundamental concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding.

Become familiar with the essential steps of the Microsoft Secure Development Lifecycle.

Acquire knowledge of secure design and development practices.

Learn the principles of secure implementation.

Understand security testing methodology.

• Access resources and further readings on secure coding practices.

Audience

Developers, Managers

This course is designed for professionals such as software developers, testers, and architects who create software across various programming languages and platforms, including desktop, web, cloud, and mobile environments. It aims to strengthen their ability to deliver high-quality software, with a particular emphasis on security and privacy.

In this instructor-led, live course in Belgrade, participants will learn how to formulate an effective security strategy to address the challenges posed by DevOps security.

This course aims to assist with the following:

1. Enable developers to master the techniques of writing Secure Code
2. Assist Software Testers in verifying application security before deployment to production environments
3. Help Software Architects understand the risks surrounding applications
4. Support Team Leaders in establishing security baselines for developers
5. Guide Web Masters in configuring servers to avoid misconfigurations

This course explores secure coding principles and practices in Java, utilizing the testing methodology of the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP). The Open Web Application Security Project is a global online community dedicated to creating freely accessible resources, including articles, methodologies, documentation, tools, and technologies, aimed at advancing web application security.

This course examines secure coding concepts and principles for ASP.NET, applying the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) testing methodology. OWASP is a vibrant online community dedicated to providing freely accessible articles, methodologies, documentation, tools, and technologies in the realm of web application security.

The curriculum delves into the security features of the .NET Framework, demonstrating how to effectively secure web applications.