Overview In the last module, you were introduced to threat modeling using the Ho

Overview
In the last module, you were introduced to threat modeling using the Howard Threat Model. Practicing threat modeling develops a valuable skill; therefore, in this exercise you review two lesser known attacks and identify the components of the Howard Threat Model. This exercise is meant to expand your skill set in identifying events and threats while analyzing attacks reported by other organizations. If the component of the Howard Threat Model is not directly discernable, it is important that you use your previous knowledge and inference experience to try and identify the component. Within the articles that are linked in the Stepping Stone Two assignment in Module Four of your course, you will find different uses of cryptography and man-in-the-middle attacks. Analyzing cryptographic techniques is an important skill that security analysts practice to better understand data protection.
This activity relates directly to the final project, where you will be required to complete a threat model for your project scenario and analyze cryptographic techniques. Take advantage of feedback on this assignment to prepare you for your final project submission in Module Seven.
Prompt
Analyze the two articles linked in the Reading and Resources section in Module Four of your course. Use this information to fill out the template and address the critical elements listed below.
Threat Modeling
To complete this assignment, first download the Stepping Stone Two Template from the Stepping Stone assignment in Module Four of your course. Identify the elements of the Howard Threat Model by filling in the template for the case studies below.
Complete column for Bank Attacks thoroughly and accurately.
Complete column for Bluetooth Bug thoroughly and accurately.
Cryptographic Techniques
Select one of the incidents from the table and analyze the following:
Describe the cryptographic techniques employed by the organization in the article.
Describe how a man-in-the-middle attack compromised the cryptographic technique identified above.
Describe techniques that could have been used to prevent the man-in-the-middle attack from your selected article.
What to Submit
Your submission should be 2 to 3 pages in length including the table. Use double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, and one-inch margins. All sources must be cited using APA format.