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Network Security Foundations

OSI model, TCP/IP, and basic network infrastructure.

OSI ModelTCP/IPDNSSubnetting
  • Understand the 7 layers of the OSI model.
  • Explain the roles of IP, DNS, and DHCP in networking.
  • Understand the concepts of network segmentation and DMZ.

01 Basic Knowledge Architecture: IT Infrastructure and Networking Viz

Core Foundation

This learning roadmap breaks down the skill acquisition trajectory into several fundamental phases, specifically designed to bridge the gap between basic computer science theory and real-world cybersecurity operations.

02 OSI and TCP/IP Model

OSI Model LayerPrimary FunctionAttack Vector Examples
L1: PhysicalTransmission of raw bits over physical media.Hardware wiretapping, wireless jamming.
L2: Data LinkPhysical addressing (MAC) and data transfer between nodes.ARP Spoofing, MAC Flooding, VLAN Hopping.
L3: NetworkLogical addressing (IP) and packet routing.IP Spoofing, routing manipulation.
L4: TransportEnd-to-end transmission (TCP/UDP).SYN Flood (DDoS), TCP session hijacking.
L5: SessionMaintaining and managing communication sessions.Session Hijacking, Man-in-the-Middle.
L6: PresentationData translation, encryption, and compression.Cryptographic exploitation, downgrade attacks.
L7: ApplicationUser interface and high-level protocols (HTTP, DNS).SQL Injection, XSS, Phishing.

03 IP Addressing and Network Segmentation

Definition

Lateral Movement

Techniques used by attackers to move deeper into a network after gaining initial access.

Definition

DMZ (Demilitarized Zone)

A physical or logical subnetwork that exposes an organization's external-facing services to a larger, untrusted network.

Key Takeaways

  1. 1Cybersecurity is rooted in an understanding of network architecture.
  2. 2The OSI model helps in systematic vulnerability mapping.
  3. 3Network segmentation prevents attacker lateral movement.

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