This course begins by focusing on the spyware business, the major players, the legislative environment, then moves on to the technology. Preventive measures and removal techniques are also discussed.

This course is designed and developed for anyone interested in understanding the technology and implementing preventive measures. The objectives are:

• Understanding how spyware applications work
• Focusing on the players
• Understanding the legislative measures currently in place
• Delving into the technological details
• Exploiting Adware/Spyware

Target Audience
Anyone looking for technical insights into various spyware applications

Prerequisite

• Working knowledge of operating systems and web technology

 

Course Outline

Schedule : Day 1

The business Timeline — how did we get into this mess? The players How their business works Legislative environment Question & Answer Session

Schedule : Day 2

The Technology Technical overview of different types of programs (taxonomy) Describe how the programs function How adware/spyware is installed Hijacking the system How it updates itself Proven techniques to prevent & remove Question & Answer Session

Schedule : Day 3

Looking ahead Market polarization, bad get worse, good get better (more white, less grey) Order from chaos Installations: Beyond the website Growing sophistication Exploiting Adware Question & Answer Session Feedback

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