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January 2025 Release Notes

Platform Updates

Lab Builder: Task Expansion

Building upon our previous releases to Lab Builder, this latest release introduces exciting new features to Lab Builder and to our new Lab UI, including:

  • Drag & Drop Task- Drag and Drop is a dynamic, interactive task designed to challenge the user's recognition and matching abilities, making it perfect for testing knowledge in various subjects. With its two major components, "Items" and "Targets", it provides a simple, engaging activity where users need to drag the correct items to their corresponding targets.
  • Question (Free-text) Task - The question task requires a text response to be manually entered by a user. There can be one or more correct answers, and this can be configured in the Answer options.
    • Fuzzy Matching - Fuzzy matching is an optional feature that allows answers to contain spelling mistakes; it will automatically complete the answer if the user is very close. It is enabled by default and is there to reduce user frustration.
    • Answer Feedback (Hint) - This can be used to provide a helpful hint for users when an incorrect answer is submitted, it can provide guidance to help reduce frustration and prevent users from getting stuck.
  • Instructional/Informational Task- An Instructional task is a type of task in our platform designed to provide vital information, guidelines, or instructions to the users. It has similar configuration options that the briefing panel has, and can be used to explain what the user is expected to do in a following task, present story details, or provide a learning journey for users as they progress through the lab.

In response to customer demands, we have migrated our existing Workforce labs into the new Lab Experience UI which has been built alongside Lab Builder, this provides a brand new experience which is far more accessible and responsive, with full support for keyboards and screen-readers. You can expect to see more of the our own labs migrate to the new UI very soon!

By enabling customers to build and host their own labs on our platform, we address the long-standing need for customized security policy labs and tailored technical training modules. Furthermore, the integration of an accessible lab builder opens up avenues for external subject matter experts to contribute content, fostering a collaborative ecosystem.

New and Updated Content

AppSec

Find the Flaw - Rust

These 8 interactive labs serve as a fantastic prelude to our Rust beginner series. Designed for developers, dive into the basics of the OWASP top 10 in Rust and elevate your skills in application security. Perfect for beginners, this beginner-level content will equip you with essential insights and hands-on experience in identifying vulnerabilities in Rust code.

Find the Flaw - C++

Prepare to delve into the realm of C++ with our newest addition, the "Find the Flaw - C++" lab collection! Crafted to complement our C labs, these 8 labs serve as an essential introduction to our C beginner series. Immerse yourself in the basics of the OWASP top 10 in C++, designed for developers aiming to enhance their proficiency in application security. Tailored for beginners, this content offers a valuable opportunity to sharpen your skills in identifying vulnerabilities in C++ code.

Embedded Application Security

This comprehensive series is meticulously curated to impart essential knowledge and skills in securing embedded systems. Covering a vast array of topics such as buffer and stack overflow protection, injection prevention, firmware updates, cryptographic signatures, and more, these labs are tailored for Embedded System Developers looking to fortify their expertise in building secure systems and conducting vulnerability assessments. 

IT Security Professionals will gain valuable insights into the unique security challenges posed by embedded systems, while Penetration Testers and Security Analysts will enhance their proficiency in performing penetration testing and threat modeling. Additionally, IT Managers and Leaders can leverage this series to make informed decisions regarding embedded system deployment, and Students and Learners in computer science or IT fields will find these labs invaluable for practical skill development in embedded system security.