Public package registries are the easiest way into most software organisations, and the attacks that use them do not need a vulnerability: they need a developer to type a name. This course explains how typosquatting, dependency confusion, account takeover and install-script abuse actually work, then builds a layered defence with Safeguard's Eagle classification, OSM package intelligence, deep dependency scanning, Package Firewall, Gold Directory and policy gates.
Nothing. Every course, exam, and certificate on the catalog is free — including retakes. All you need is a free Safeguard account.
None. The flagship course, Safeguard Certified Practitioner, is a beginner-level course — basic familiarity with how software is built helps, but every exam question is answerable from the lessons themselves.
You can retake it after a 24-hour cooldown, as many times as you need. Retakes are free, and each attempt draws a fresh random set of questions.
The Safeguard Certified Practitioner credential is valid for 24 months from issue. The expiry date is printed on the certificate and shown live on its public verification page. Renewing means passing the current exam again.
