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Software Security Courses

Software security courses can help you learn secure coding practices, vulnerability assessment, threat modeling, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in risk analysis, penetration testing, and implementing security protocols across various software environments. Many courses introduce tools like static and dynamic analysis software, intrusion detection systems, and security frameworks, showing how these tools enhance your ability to protect applications from potential threats.

Popular Software Security Courses and Certifications


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    Infosec

    Writing Secure Code in C++

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, C and C++, Application Security, Computer Programming Tools, System Programming, C++ (Programming Language), Software Development Tools, Exploit development, C (Programming Language), Security Software, Debugging, Security Engineering, Security Testing, Interoperability, Unix, Embedded Software, Information Systems Security, OS Process Management, Embedded Systems, Programming Principles

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    The Embedded Linux Security Handbook

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Security Engineering, Hardening, Embedded Systems, Information Systems Security, Security Controls, Network Security, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Encryption, System Configuration, Federal Information Security Management Act, Linux, Hardware Architecture, Data Storage Technologies, Cryptography, Key Management, File Systems, Computer Hardware, Package and Software Management

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Principles of Secure Coding

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Software Design, System Design and Implementation, Programming Principles, Security Engineering, Program Development, Vulnerability Assessments, C (Programming Language), Software Development Methodologies

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Codio

    Tools for Security Specialists

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Endpoint Security, Incident Management, Incident Response, ISO/IEC 27001, Security Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Digital Forensics, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Personally Identifiable Information, Linux, Linux Administration, Infrastructure Security, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Threat Management, Event Monitoring, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Security Strategy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    68 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    CertNexus

    CSC: Secure Software Development and Implementation

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Application Security, Secure Coding, Threat Management, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Security Controls, Data Security, Vulnerability Management, Computer Security, Vulnerability, Databases, Authorization (Computing), Information Privacy, Encryption, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Computer Programming, Python Programming, Node.JS, JavaScript Frameworks, Javascript

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Cloud Security, Resiliency, and Vulnerability Management

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Endpoint Security, Vulnerability Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Attacks, Network Architecture, Threat Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Standards, Zero Trust Network Access, Cybersecurity, IT Security Architecture, Network Security, Cloud Deployment, Infrastructure Security, AI Security

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Exploit Development, Malware, & Defensive Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Exploit development, Penetration Testing, Cyber Operations, Malware Protection, Exploitation techniques, Network Monitoring, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Vulnerability Scanning, Network Security, Network Protocols, Network Analysis, Scripting Languages, Scripting, Remote Access Systems, Python Programming, Program Development, Command-Line Interface, Code Reusability, Package and Software Management

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Software Requirements Prioritization: Risk Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Risking, Scalability, Software Visualization

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    113 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    CertNexus

    IoT Security: Privacy, Software, and Physical Security

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Patch Management, Data Security, Information Systems Security, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Endpoint Security, Cyber Attacks, Internet Of Things, Mobile Security, Hardening, Personally Identifiable Information, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Network Security, Information Privacy, Vulnerability Management, Data Storage, Operating Systems, Cloud Services, Cloud Platforms

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Linux Security Basics and Beyond: Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Ubuntu, Hardening, Linux, Linux Commands, Application Security, Operating System Administration, Security Software, Security Controls, Service Management, Patch Management, Systems Administration, Information Systems Security, Package and Software Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Security-Driven Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Application Security, Secure Coding, Authentications, OAuth, Threat Management, Software Testing, Development Testing, Software Development Life Cycle, Unit Testing, Security Testing, Unified Modeling Language, Authorization (Computing), Single Sign-On (SSO), Databases, Software Development, Security Software, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Security Engineering and Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, IT Security Architecture, Cloud Security, Hardening, Security Engineering, Cryptographic Protocols, Infrastructure Security, Information Systems Security, System Configuration, Cryptography, Endpoint Security, Key Management, Encryption, Mobile Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software security courses

  • Writing Secure Code in C++: Infosec
  • The Embedded Linux Security Handbook: Packt
  • Principles of Secure Coding: University of California, Davis
  • Tools for Security Specialists: Codio
  • CSC: Secure Software Development and Implementation: CertNexus
  • Cloud Security, Resiliency, and Vulnerability Management: Packt
  • Exploit Development, Malware, & Defensive Strategies: Packt
  • Software Requirements Prioritization: Risk Analysis: University of Colorado System
  • IoT Security: Privacy, Software, and Physical Security: CertNexus
  • Linux Security Basics and Beyond: Unit 2: Pearson

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