April 2026
Intermediate
45m
English
Closed Captioning available in German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese
Overview
Understanding vulnerability data sources is crucial for defending networks. Instructor Dean Bushmiller explains the distinctions between weaknesses and vulnerabilities using the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) and Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) frameworks. You will learn how system weaknesses create exploitable conditions that threaten data security.
Viewers will learn to map CVE records to underlying CWEs to identify root causes like missing authentication. The course teaches you to interpret CVE database entries, evaluate CVSS scores, and leverage intelligence feeds. Mastering these standards empowers security professionals to prioritize patches, improve continuous monitoring, and support critical organizational decisions.
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