TCG-OST2 expands curriculum for trusted computing

Software developers and students interested in device security will be given the chance to enhance their cybersecurity skills and the security of devices through a new technical security training program from the Trusted Computing Group (TCG) and OpenSecurityTraining2 (OST2).

The ‘Trusted Computing 2202: TPM 2.0 Programming using Python and the tpm2-pytss libraries’ (TC2202) course offers an in-depth yet accessible introduction to the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 technology and its Python interface, tpm2-pytss. As a result, TCG and OST2 are equipping students with the skills to securely interact with TPM hardware, and how the interface simplifies access to key security functionalities like secure key storage, cryptographic operations, and attestation.

“Following the success of the comprehensive TC1101 course, we are delighted to be partnering with OST2 again for TC2202,” said TCG President Joe Pennisi. “This new course aligns with the missions of both TCG and OST2 to ensure high-quality cybersecurity education is easily accessible to current and future generations of cybersecurity professionals.”

By using Python – one of the most popular and readable programming languages –

the course makes TPM development easier, faster and more engaging. Over 11 structured modules are included within TC2202, with quizzes and practical lab assignments that map to real-world security problems that enable students to build both conceptual understanding and hands-on proficiency.

“Cybersecurity training works best when students can be given a structured and well-thought-out learning path, where classes build on each other.” said OST2 founder Xeno Kovah. “Our new course is a great example of that, as it builds on the earlier TC1101 and TC1102 classes at OST2 that teach TPM fundamentals.”

"As the primary author and maintainer of the tpm2-pytss stack, I’m excited to see the industry adopt Python for TPM 2.0 development.” added TC2202 instructor William Roberts. “Its powerful features and simplicity enable rapid, secure application development like never before."

For more information about the TC2202 course, visit OST2’s website.

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About TCG

TCG is a not-for-profit organization formed to develop, define and promote open, vendor-neutral, global industry specifications and standards, supportive of a hardware-based root of trust, for interoperable trusted computing platforms.

TCG enables secure computing through open standards and specifications. Benefits of TCG include protection of business-critical data and systems, secure authentication and strong protection of user identities, and the establishment of strong machine identity and network integrity. More than a billion devices include TCG technologies.

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About OpenSecurityTraining2

OST2 is a 501(c)(3) charity, offering a range of free multi-day courses designed to enhance professionals’ skills and knowledge in the field of cybersecurity. For more information visit: https://ost2.fyi/

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