Study of Network Devices (Enterprise / SOHO) Vulnerabilities and Exploits (Internship Project)

Duration: 2-4 Months, > 4 MonthsInternship Type: Undergraduate, Pre-University

Project Overview/Background

• Study how a vulnerability is discovered for network devices and how the related exploit is crafted, leading to compromising of the network device. Demonstration of understanding is required.
• Implement a detection tool for a specified vulnerability/exploit.

Scope & Deliverables

• Research at least 1 vulnerability/exploit.
• Develop a simple detection tool to check if the network device is vulnerable and whether exploitation is taking place.
• Present research findings and demonstration of the detection tool.

Prerequisites/Skills Required

• Proficient in programming and scripting languages
• Proficient in using Linux Platforms
• Basic understanding of Operating Systems concept
• Basic understanding of vulnerability discovery and exploitation
• Past experience with firewalls or other network devices will be an advantage
• Comfortable in troubleshooting / debugging software

In your application, please submit the following documents in a single PDF file for 'Resume/CV':1. Resume 2. All Education Certificates to-date (from secondary to tertiary education) - GCE 'O'/'N' Levels, NITEC - Prelim/GCE 'A' Levels, IB/Diploma - Latest university transcript from Year 1 (for current undergraduates)

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