Network- versus host-based detection Course

A look at network- versus host-based intrusion detection.

39 minutes

Course description

This section provides a deeper dive into host- versus network-based intrusion detection. We will talk about the differences between the two, tools that can be used, the positives and negatives of both and how to effectively implement both techniques. We will also explore an open-source HIDS called Wazuh.

Syllabus

Wazuh (HIDS overview)

Video - 00:07:00
We will take a look at the host-based IDS Wazuh.
IDS/IPS rules

Video - 00:17:00
We will look at an example IDS rule and analyze the three core components.
Network- versus host-based

Video - 00:14:00
A look at network- versus host-based intrusion detection.

Meet the author

Mark Viglione

Mark Viglione is a graduate of Penn State University. He has experience working at a Fortune 500 company as a cybersecurity engineer. Mark is the founder of Enigma Networkz, a SaaS cybersecurity data analytics company helping small to midsized organizations protect their environment from cyber threats. He is a member of Ben Franklin Technology Partner's client portfolio program and has been a speaker at Penn State Berks LaunchBox events. He has also authored various cybersecurity related coursework and labs.

Mark holds multiple cybersecurity certificates: SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner), SANS GCIA (Certified Intrusion Analyst) and CompTIA CySA+ (Cybersecurity Analyst).

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