Cisa Level One

1.1) Overview of CISA certification

• -Brief introduction to the CISA certification, its purpose, and value in the auditing profession.

1.2) Importance of auditing in web applications

• -Explanation of why auditing is critical for maintaining security, compliance, and performance in web applications.

1.3) Overview of key CISA domains related to web applications

• -Introduction to the specific CISA domains that are relevant to web application auditing, such as information systems audit and control.

2.1) Introduction to web application architecture (front-end, back-end, databases)

• -Overview of the components that make up a web application, including client-side, server-side, and database interactions.

2.2) Common types of web applications (static, dynamic, single-page applications)

• -Explanation of the different types of web applications and their characteristics.

2.3) Introduction to HTTP, HTTPS, and basic web protocols

• -Overview of web protocols like HTTP and HTTPS, which facilitate communication between the browser and server.

3.1) What is an information system audit?

• -Definition of an information system audit and its purpose in evaluating the effectiveness of an application’s security and performance.

3.2) Role of auditing in web application security and performance

• -How auditing helps in identifying vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance, and optimizing web application performance.

3.3) Understanding internal controls in web applications

• -Introduction to internal controls that help secure web applications and ensure proper governance.

4.1) Basics of IT governance for web apps

• -Overview of IT governance principles, including risk management, compliance, and aligning IT goals with business objectives.

4.2) Key stakeholders in web application development and auditing

• -Identification of stakeholders like developers, auditors, and IT managers involved in the development and auditing process.

4.3) Introduction to policies, procedures, and standards for web application management

• -Explanation of the standards and policies that guide web application management and auditing practices.

5.1) Introduction to web application security (Authentication, Authorization)

• -Overview of key security concepts like authentication and authorization that ensure access is granted appropriately.

5.2) Common security threats (SQL Injection, Cross-Site Scripting, CSRF)

• -Introduction to typical web application security vulnerabilities, including SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and cross-site request forgery (CSRF).

5.3) Overview of secure coding practices

• -Basic principles of secure coding that help prevent vulnerabilities and improve overall application security.

6.1) Basics of access control in web applications

• -Overview of access control mechanisms that determine who can view or modify resources within a web application.

6.2) Introduction to user authentication techniques (username/password, multi-factor authentication)

• -Explanation of different methods for verifying user identity, including passwords and multi-factor authentication (MFA).

6.3) Role of session management in security

• -Discussion of how sessions are managed in web applications and their role in maintaining secure user interactions.

7.1) Overview of auditing tools for web applications

• -Introduction to various tools used for web application auditing to detect vulnerabilities and misconfigurations.

7.2) Basic usage of OWASP ZAP and Burp Suite

• -A look at two popular security auditing tools, OWASP ZAP and Burp Suite, along with their basic functionalities.

7.3) Using browsers for basic web application inspection (DevTools, Inspect Element)

• -Explanation of how to use browser developer tools to inspect and audit web applications from a security perspective.