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Current Topics in Information Security
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 14:59:55
Abstract
The seminar covers various topics in information security: Network security, security monitoring, cryptographic protocols, models and methods for security protocol analysis, symbolic vs. computational view of security protocols, privacy and security of low-powered devices (RFID), cryptographic anti-spamtechniques.
Objective
The main goals of the seminar are the independent study of scientific literature and assessment of its contributions as well as learning and practicing presentation techniques.
Content
The seminar covers various topics in information security, including network security, cryptography and security protocols. The participants are expected to read a scientific paper and present it in a 35-40 min talk. At the beginning of the semester a short introduction to presentation techniques will be given. Selected Topics - network security - security monitoring - cryptographic protocols - models and methods for security protocol analysis - symbolic vs. computational view of security protocols - privacy and security of low-powered devices (RFID) - cryptographic anti-spam techniques
Resources
Literature
The reading list will be published on the course web site.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| seminar | Current Topics in Information Security |
|
2 h weekly |