CloudMD is seeking to enhance the security of its cloud-based application by addressing potential vulnerabilities. The primary goal of this project is to identify and remediate security issues by updating outdated dependencies and conducting thorough testing. This project provides learners with an opportunity to apply their knowledge of cybersecurity and software development practices in a real-world context. The tasks involved are closely related and manageable within the scope of a single academic program, focusing on software engineering or computer science. The project is designed to be completed in under 80 hours, ensuring that learners can effectively collaborate and deliver results within a limited timeframe. By participating in this project, learners will gain hands-on experience in vulnerability assessment, dependency management, and application testing.

The leaner will work with CloudMD development staff to identify and update dependencies that have been identified as potential vulnerabilities. Tasks include understanding the scope of a vulnerability, assessing the risk of a fix, and identifying the required testing to verify the fix was successful.