Code Review
This course provides a comprehensive dive into the mechanics of manual code reviews. Understand the anatomy of secure code, potential vulnerability points, and the severe consequences of overlooked flaws.
Course Overview
This course illuminates the critical practice of manual code reviews in software development. Learn how to identify security vulnerabilities in login functionality, detect source code leaks, set security flags on cookies, implement secure password hashing mechanisms, address Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities, ensure CSRF protection, prevent directory listing, examine for Remote Code Execution (RCE), and utilize Snyk for code review. Gain the skills to meticulously review code for security flaws and master hands-on review techniques for responsible security auditing.
Skills You Will Learn
- Code Review Fundamentals: Solidify your knowledge of secure coding practices and code review processes.
- Vulnerability Detection: Learn to recognize the telltale signs of common security vulnerabilities in code.
- Exploitation Awareness: Understand how vulnerabilities can be exploited and the potential impact on applications.
- Hands-On Review Techniques: Practice reviewing code in purpose-built vulnerable labs to identify and address security flaws.
- Defensive Measures: Discover robust mitigation strategies to safeguard code against a wide range of vulnerabilities.
- Tool Utilization: Master the use of Snyk for automated code review and vulnerability detection.
- Responsible Disclosure: Practice ethical reporting and coordination with affected parties.
Course Structure
A guided path of theory modules and hands-on labs, sequenced to build mastery.
For whom is this Code Review course intended?
Built for practitioners working across these roles and adjacencies.
- Web Developers
- Code Reviewers
- Cybersecurity Engineers
- Security Enthusiasts
- System Administrators
What makes learning Code Review a valuable pursuit?
As software security becomes increasingly paramount, the ability to conduct thorough code reviews is a vital skill. This course empowers you with the knowledge and tools to proactively combat security risks in code, boosting your value in the security and development fields.
Career Opportunities
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Attain your Completion Certificate and showcase your achievements on LinkedIn. Share your certificate with prospective employers and strengthen your professional network.
- Industry-recognized — issued under the Cyberyami program.
- Shareable directly to LinkedIn and beyond.
- Unique ID for employer verification.
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- Self-paced learning with lifetime access
- Hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
- Completion certificate on finish
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