Latest CyBOK Funded Projects Focus on AI, Practical Challenges, and Enhanced Accessibility

Published: 1 Oct 2024, 7:30 p.m.

The Cyber Security Body of Knowledge (CyBOK) in its latest series of CyBOK-funded projects have aimed to enhance the integration and application of cyber security education. The projects released so far, outlined below, demonstrate CyBOK's ongoing commitment to improving learning materials, fostering hands-on skills development, and increasing accessibility across the field.

AI for Security (Hossein Abroshan, Anglia Ruskin University) This project focuses on developing materials to deepen student understanding of CyBOK’s Adversarial Behaviours Knowledge Area, particularly concerning malicious operations and adversary tactics. Using the MITRE ATT&CK® framework, the initiative aims to create a practical, virtual environment where students can engage with real-world adversarial techniques, known as AI4CS. The goal is to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical execution, allowing learners to counter current and future security threats effectively.

Open Source CyBOK Practical Challenges and Learning Resources (Cliffe Schreuders, Leeds Beckett University) Building on previous phases, this project will expand CyBOK’s hands-on resources with new content, including topics on web security, cryptography, and privilege escalation attacks. These additions are integrated into an open-source framework (SecGen) that hosts lab challenges, Capture the Flag (CTF) scenarios, and lectures, all mapped directly to CyBOK. This phase will continue to empower educators and students by offering a comprehensive set of tools for learning and assessing security concepts in practice.

Feasibility Study on CyBOK Wiki System This study reports the feasibility of converting CyBOK’s LaTeX-based content into a browser-friendly Wiki system to enhance accessibility. The proof-of-concept framework shows that key elements of the knowledge base can be adapted for web formats, though some technical challenges remain. The study also raises important questions about interface design and user experience, which will be addressed in future planning for a structured web portal that makes CyBOK more accessible to a wider audience.

The latest projects offer significant value for those involved in cyber security by providing advanced tools and resources to assist learning and development. By closing the gap between theory and practice, we are assisting students and professionals to engage with, understand, and apply key concepts in cyber security. This facilitates the development of a stronger, more prepared workforce to tackle emerging cyber threats.

We still have multiple projects on the way focusing on a range of topics to support the cyber security community. Keep an eye out on our funded resources page for our latest updates, or follow us on LinkedIn or X/Twitter.