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SBU102: Computer Security

Spring 2025

InstructorAmir Rahmati
Office HoursBy Appointment
Class LocationdeVries Center, Room 121
Class TimeThu 2:00 – 3:20 / 3:30 – 4:50
PrerequisitesNone

Class Discussion Forum

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Readings

There is a mandatory reading for each week. Read the paper and be prepared to discuss it in class. You will be quizzed about the paper in class and during the midterm or final exam.

Ethics, Law, and University Policies

To defend a system, you need to be able to think like an attacker, including understanding techniques that can compromise security. Using those techniques in the real world may violate the law or university rules, and may be unethical. Respect the privacy and property rights of others at all times.

Carefully read the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act. The EFF provides helpful advice on vulnerability reporting and other legal matters.

Review the Division of Information Technology policies and the code of student responsibility.

Student Accessibility Support Center Statement

Students whose physical, psychological, medical, or learning disabilities may impact their coursework should contact the Student Accessibility Support Center, Stony Brook Union Suite 107, (631) 632-6748, or sasc@stonybrook.edu. The Center will determine appropriate accommodations. Information and documentation are confidential.

Critical Incident Management

Stony Brook University expects students to respect the rights, privileges, and property of others. Disruptive behavior that interrupts teaching, compromises safety, or inhibits learning may be reported to the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards.