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Understand the foundations of Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) and their associated techniques (e.g., advanced command and control, persistency mechanisms, etc.). Knowing the type of information and defense mechanisms deployed in a system, explain the impact of different threats and intrusions and, in particular, information leaks. Explain the mechanisms that can be used to conceal an intrusion in a system.

Persistent threats and information leakage: 1. Persistent threats 1.1. Persistent techniques in compromised systems 1.2. APTs. Definitions, description and analysis. Current trends. 1.3. Advanced Command and Control Techniques 1.4. Stealthiness and evasion mechanisms. 2. Covert channels. Steganography and steganalysis 2.1. Science of steganography definition. History 2.2. Steganographic system classification. Security evaluation 2.3. Modern steganography 2.4. Modern steganalysis

LEARNING ACTIVITIES Theoretical lectures Practical lectures Mixed theoretical and practical lectures Laboratory practices Tutoring sessions Teamwork Individual work by the student LEARNING METHODOLOGY Lectures by means of audiovisual media and computes. The main concepts will be exposed and bibliography will be provided to complete the students learning. Critical reading of recommended texts provided by the teacher: Press articles, reports, manuals, academic papers, etc. A further discussion can be done in class or it can be considered a way to consolidate and expand the knowledge on the subject. Practical case resolution, problems, etc. They can be assigned by the teacher in a team or individual manner Report assignments that can be done either individually or in group