Future Networks Academy invites students, academics, and all those interested in understanding the role of cybersecurity in our connected lives to an engaging training course.
As digital transformation accelerates, cybersecurity has become a central concern for organizations and individuals alike. The growing interconnection of systems, the rise of cloud computing, and the proliferation of connected devices create an increasingly complex landscape where vulnerabilities multiply. Cyberattacks are no longer isolated incidents but sophisticated, large-scale operations that
can disrupt entire industries.
With the emergence of 5G, the stakes are even higher. Faster, more efficient networks promise new opportunities but also introduce new security challenges. The expansion of IoT devices, the evolution of infrastructures, and the broader attack surface demand a reassessment of traditional security strategies. Understanding how to protect information systems in this evolving environment
is now more crucial than ever.
Course Overview
This course offers a deep dive into the evolving cybersecurity landscape, shedding light on the risks posed by modern threats and the strategies needed to secure tomorrow’s digital world. It explores current cyber threats and the fundamental principles of cybersecurity, integrating technical, human, and economic aspects. Participants will learn to understand risks and identify best practices to secure information systems.
Course Outline:
- Introduction to Cybersecurity and Overview of Attacks
We will begin with an assessment of cyberattacks, using concrete examples to illustrate the growing threats to IT systems. We will also discuss the economic challenges of cybersecurity and the cost of security breaches for businesses and governments.
- Fundamental Security Principles
This section will cover key concepts such as fail-safe default, the principle of least privilege, and other approaches to limiting the impact of attacks and improving system resilience.
- Authentication and Password Management
We will focus on best practices for choosing and managing passwords, vulnerabilities related to their use, and modern solutions to enhance user authentication.
- Psychological Aspects and Cognitive Biases in Cybersecurity
Social engineering often exploits human biases. We will examine how certain risk assessment errors, such as underestimating specific threats or having excessive confidence in security measures, can be leveraged by attackers.
- Network Security and Known Attacks
We will study several attacks targeting network infrastructures, their mechanisms, and existing countermeasures. The case of IoT will be addressed, particularly in relation to distributed DDoS attacks.
- 4G/5G Mobile Network Security
This section will focus on the 4G and 5G technologies, the security mechanisms that protect them, and potential vulnerabilities. We will also explore some well-known attacks on these infrastructures and their impacts.
- Interactive Workshop
Additionally, the second session (on the 15th May) will feature an interactive workshop designed to reinforce key cybersecurity concepts through hands-on practice. Participants will work on several scenarios, experimenting with security mechanisms, analyzing vulnerabilities, and exploring defensive strategies. Guided exercises and demonstrations will provide insights into threat detection, risk mitigation, and best practices for protecting digital environments.
Speaker: Adrien Hemmer, Research and Development Engineer, TechL@b of Mines Nancy, University of Lorraine (France)
Schedule and Registration:
🗓️ Session 1 - 30th April 2025
🗓️ Session 2 -15th May
🕑14:00 – 17:00 CET
📍University of Luxembourg, Belval Campus, Maison du Savoir (MSA), Room MSA 2.210