Elliptic Curve Cryptography has gained momentum in application recently because of the relatively smaller key size to achieve the same level of security using another asymmetrical algorithm like RSA. For example, a key size of 3072 in RSA has the same strength as an ECC key size of 256. In this paper, you are going to explain the Elliptic Curve Algorithm and why the key size does not have to be large to provide acceptable level of security for todays computing needs.

Analysis

0 – 40 points

41 – 90

Demonstrates a lack of understanding of Elliptic Curve Cryptography

Demonstrates an understanding of Elliptic Curve Cryptography Elliptic Curve Cryptography

Writing Quality & Adherence to Format Guidelines

0-6 points

9-10 points

Paper shows a below average/poor writing style lacking in elements of appropriate standard English and following proper APA guidelines.

Final Project: Scan a GitHub Repository using Snyk

Congratulations! You have completed all the modules of this course. Now it is time to test your skills using GitHub and Snyk. In this final module, you will complete a project and submit your work for your peers to evaluate. 

Scenario

You are an aspiring video game developer looking to create cross-platform games using a free, user-friendly game engine. And like many developers, you manage your projects using GitHub repositories. While using the GitHub Explore feature to find public repositories matching your interests, you discover the Godot Engine repository at https://github.com/godotengine/godot. Godot is a popular multi-platform 2D and 3D game engine that fits your needs. You want to fork the repository for personal use, but you also want to scan it for potential vulnerabilities before using its code. Releasing games with significant security issues won’t help your career in the video game industry.

Overview of assignment instructions

This project involves two tasks.

Task 1: Fork a public repository

• Fork the godot      repository to your personal GitHub account.

Task 2: Examine a repository’s code vulnerabilities

1. Import and scan      the code of your godot fork.
2. Examine the      Snyk security report for your godot fork.

Submission guidelines

There is a total of 6 points for this final project. In the peer review section of this project, you will upload screenshots of your work in JPEG or PNG format to show completion of the following tasks:

Task 1

1. Provide a      screenshot showing that you have forked the godot repository to your      GitHub account. (2 pts)

Task 2

1. Provide a      screenshot from your Snyk Projects page showing that you have imported and      scanned your godot fork. (2 pts)
2. Provide a      screenshot showing the Snyk Overview page that displays the results from      scanning your godot fork. (2 pts)

Instructions

In order to complete assignment #7 you will need to answer the below questions. Please complete the questions in a Word document and then upload the assignment for grading. When assigning a name to your document please use the following format (last name_Assignment #7). Use examples from the readings, lecture notes and outside research to support your answers. The assignment must be a minimum of 1-full page in length with a minimum of 2 – outside sources. Please be sure to follow APA guidelines for citing and referencing source. Assignments are due by 11:59 pm Eastern time on Sunday.

COMPUTER FORENSICS Jonathan Simpson owns a construction company. One day a subcontractor calls him saying that he needs a replacement check for the job he completed at 1437 Elm Street. Jonathan looks up the job on his accounting program and agrees to reissue the check for $12,750. The subcontractor says that the original check was for only $10,750. Jonathan looks around the office and cannot find the company checkbook or ledger. Only one other person has access to the accounting program. Jonathan calls you to investigate. How would you proceed? Write a one-page report detailing the steps Jonathan needs to take to obtain the necessary evidence to protect his company. 

Instructions

Assignment Instructions:

This week you will submit your paper and presentation, the details are below:

Complete and submit the class Project Paper and Presentation – see details below
Project Paper and Presentation: (Post them as a Microsoft Word document and a Microsoft PowerPoint Presentation . You must include at least ten references.

Details of the Project:

Research and select a current trend in the area of telecommunications. Prepare a 10-15 page paper in Microsoft Word (counts as 11% of the final grade) APA format (350 words per page). At a minimum include the following:

• Detailed description of the area researched
• Technology involved in the area
• Future trends in the area
• Example companies involved in the area
• Regulatory issues surrounding the area
• Global implications for the area
• References (minimum of 10)

i. Prepare a 10-12 slide Microsoft PowerPoint highlighting the content from the paper.(Counts as 5% of the final grade)

ii. You are only required to submit a final paper and presentation. However, during the previous six weeks, you will be assembling the research paper and presentation. Feel free to post questions or portions of the paper for review at any time as an email to your professor.

iii. As part of your presentation you will be required to record voice overs in your presentation. Each slide should have a voice narration explaining the slide and adding any additional content you feel is appropriate. You can find out how to do voice overs from this web site. 

iii. You may use resources from any library, government library, or any peer-reviewed reference (Wikipedia and any other publicly-reviewed source is not accepted). The paper must by at least 10 pages double-spaced, 1″ margin all around, black 12 point fonts (Times New Roman, Arial, or Courier) with correct citations of all utilized references/sources, (pictures, graphics, etc are extra – allowed but extra for the minimum page count). The title page and references are also required but don’t count in the minimum page count. The PowerPoint of 10-12 slides is a summary of this paper. No new topics, ideas or concepts are introduced in the PowerPoint that is not included in the paper. A minimum of 10 references are needed. The paper will be subjected to checking against plagiarism.

iv. The required number of pages do not include title or references pages – although these must be included with the paper.

You must submit an outline for approval by the end of Week 3. It must include a detailed outline of main points and subpoints. You are required to write a 10 page technical paper on a technical topic.

Sample APA Outlines: https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/the_writing_process/developing_an_outline/types_of_outlines.html