K2: Knowledge of the structure, organization, operation and interconnection of computer systems, the fundamentals of their programming, and their application to the resolution of engineering problems. K7: Knowledge of the characteristics, functionalities and structure of Operating Systems and design and implement applications based on their services. K8: Knowledge and application of the characteristics, functionalities and structure of Distributed Systems, Computer Networks and Internet and design and implement applications based on them. K10: Knowledge and application of the necessary tools for storing, processing and accessing information systems, including web-based systems. K14: Knowledge of national, European and international IT rules and regulations. S11: Ability to identify and analyze problems and design, develop, implement, verify, validate and document software solutions based on an adequate knowledge of current theories, models and techniques. S14: Ability to understand the importance of negotiation, effective work habits, leadership and communication skills in all software development environments. S15: Ability to draw up the technical specifications of a computer installation that complies with the standards and regulations in force. S17: Ability to know, understand and evaluate the structure and architecture of computers, as well as their basic components. C2: To Know and be able to handle interpersonal skills on initiative, responsibility, conflict resolution, negotiation, etc., required in the professional environment. C4: Analyze, design and develop digital systems, including computers, microprocessor-based systems and communications systems, applying principles of hardware architecture, digital electronics and communication protocols to ensure their efficiency, reliability and interoperability.

1. Introduction to Cybersecurity 1.1. What is cybersecurity? 1.2. The CIA Triad 1.3. Vulnerabilities, Threats, Risks, and Controls 1.4. Adversaries 1.5. Design Principles 1.6. Research Areas in Cybersecurity 2. Authentication 2.1. User Authentication 2.2. Authentication Factors 2.3. Passwords and Password Managers 2.4. Biometric Authentication 2.5. Federated Identity 3. Access Control 3.1. The Protection Problem 3.2. Access Control Models 3.3. Access Control in Linux (I): Credentials and the Permission System: 3.4. Access Control in Linux (II): POSIX ACLs and Capabilities 4. Network Security 4.1. Communication Security 4.2. TCP/IP Security 4.3. Network Discovery and Scanning 4.4. Web Security 4.5. Firewalls 4.6. Intrusion Detection Systems 5. Security Protocols: TLS 5.1. History and Design Goals. 5.2. The Handshake Protocol 5.3. The Record Protocol 5.4. Interception and Certificate Pining 6. Vulnerabilities 6.1. Vulnerability Types 6.2. Numbering (CVE) and Metrics (CVSS) 6.3. Life Cycle of a Vulnerability 7. Malware 7.1. Malicious Code 7.2. Types 7.3. Payloads, Propagation and Activation 7.4. Case Studies 8. Cybersecurity Regulation 8.1. Regulation in the US 8.2. Regulation in the EU 8.3. Privacy Regulation

The teaching methodology includes: 1. Lectures to present the knowledge base that students must acquire. Students will be provided with the lecture notes used in class along with additional documents and basic text references to help in the study of the topics covered. (2 ECTS) 2. Practical lectures, where the students will have to solve exercises and quizzes. (1 ECTS) 3. Discussion of real cases to illustrate concepts and techniques introduced during the lectures. (1 ECTS) 4. Lab sessions in computer labs, where the students will learn techniques and develop skills in the use of cybersecurity tools, including binary analysis, distributed systems security and network security. (2 ECTS)