Princeton University
Electrical Engr. Dept.

Electrical Engineering 386
Cyber Security

Ruby B. Lee

Spring 2003


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Course Summary

    This course for the non-specialist describes the technology underlying secure transactions and safe interactions in a public Internet and wireless world. Related policy, economic and social issues are also discussed. Humans interact daily with each other, with information, and with services through cyberspace. We discuss cyber security needs such as confidentiality, data integrity, user authentication, trust, non-repudiation, availability, privacy and anonymity. Topics may include case studies in denial of service attacks, viruses and worms, digital rights management, surveillance and cyber-terrorism.
    The course gives a broad survey of cyber security technology and related issues. It is suitable for all students who are curious about their own safety in Internet transactions, what security technologies can provide and the interactions of policy and social issues with technology issues in cyberspace. Since so much of modern society involves cyberspace interactions, it seems important for everyone to be cognizant of security implications in his daily activities.

Administrative Information

Lectures: T Th 1:30-2:50pm, Room: tbd

Professor: Ruby B. Lee - B218 E-Quad, 258-1426, rblee@ee.princeton.edu

Admin Assistent: Sarah Griffin - B209A E-Quad - 258-0928 sgriffin@ee.princeton.edu