SDT 324 - Testing for Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer


Course Overview

Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer allows attackers to execute arbitrary code, alter the intended control flow, read sensitive information, or cause a system to crash. This course introduces ways to identify and mitigate this security weakness, referenced as CWE-119 by the CWE Top 25.

Topics include:

  • Identifying Out of Range Memory Access errors
  • Recognizing the impact of this vulnerability
  • Applying preventative measures to avoid this weakness
  • Common code mitigation strategies
  • Using a multi-pronged approach to test for Improper Restriction of Operations with the Bounds of a Memory Buffer

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Course Details

Course Number: SDT 324

Course Duration: 10 minutes

Course CPE Credits: .25

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Foreign Languages Available:

  • English