OWASP Course Overview

To ensure that participants can successfully engage with and benefit from the OWASP training course offered by Koenig Solutions, the minimum required prerequisites are as follows:

• Basic understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
• Familiarity with web application architecture and how clients and servers interact
• Some knowledge of server-side programming languages (e.g., PHP, Java, .NET, Python)
• Awareness of common web application security risks and the importance of cybersecurity
• Willingness to learn about security testing methodologies and tools

Please note that while prior experience in web development or IT security is helpful, it is not mandatory to have advanced skills in these areas to begin the OWASP course. The course is designed to guide learners through the fundamentals of security testing according to the OWASP Testing Guide.

Target Audience for OWASP

The OWASP course by Koenig Solutions focuses on web application security, catering to professionals in IT security and development.

• Information Security Analysts
• Web Application Developers
• Security Consultants
• Penetration Testers
• Security Auditors
• IT Managers
• Software Architects
• Quality Assurance Testers
• Risk Management Professionals
• System Administrators
• Cybersecurity Enthusiasts
• DevOps Engineers integrating security into CI/CD processes

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this OWASP?

Introduction to the Course's Learning Outcomes

The OWASP course equips learners with comprehensive expertise in web application security, covering testing frameworks, methodologies, and effective vulnerability assessment.

Key Learning Objectives and Outcomes

• Understand the mission, resources, and tools provided by the OWASP Testing Guide Project and The Open Web Application Security Project.
• Grasp the core principles of security testing and integrate security testing techniques into various stages of software development.
• Learn to derive specific security test requirements tailored to your organization's needs and workflows.
• Analyze and report on security test data, contributing to informed decision-making and risk management.
• Navigate the OWASP Testing Framework and apply it effectively from pre-development to maintenance stages.
• Perform thorough security testing in areas such as configuration management, identity management, authentication, and authorization.
• Identify and mitigate common web application vulnerabilities related to session management, input validation, and error handling.
• Evaluate the security of cryptographic practices and uncover weaknesses in business logic and client-side applications.
• Develop a structured approach to web application security testing, ensuring comprehensive coverage of potential security risks.
• Produce detailed, actionable reports that communicate findings, prioritize issues, and guide stakeholders towards remediation strategies.