Description
Are you looking to protect your workforce from cybersecurity threats and phishing schemes? Do you want to increase your understanding of digital literacy and online safety? Are you responsible for ensuring that sensitive data is properly stored and managed? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this course is perfect for you!
Phishing attacks are some of the most common forms of cybersecurity breaches. They rely on a variety of psychological and social factors to get victims to give up access to their data. The threat of these attacks continues to grow as technology and data become more integrated into business. A key survey reported 493.2 million phishing and malware attacks. That was a 173% increase from a previous quarter, which had 180.4 million attacks. This shows an increased effort to infiltrate personal and company information. his demonstrates that you need to prepare and be aware of the risks and how you can mitigate them!
Over a series of short video lectures, you will delve into the intricacies of phishing, understanding its various forms and the psychological principles that make individuals susceptible to these deceptive tactics. You will discover how to identify suspicious messages and communications, empowering you to discern phishing attempts with confidence. We will explore not only traditional phishing methods but also alternative strategies employed by attackers to compromise personal and corporate data. You will gain insights into the latest trends and tactics used by cybercriminals, equipping you with the knowledge to stay one step ahead. Taking an active approach to cybersecurity, you will learn practical steps to fortify your defenses and safeguard both personal and corporate information from phishing attacks. From implementing robust security protocols to fostering a culture of vigilance within your organisation, you will acquire the skills needed to mitigate the risk of falling victim to phishing scams.
Moreover, you will discover the importance of educating your company's workforce on security principles and best practices. By imparting essential knowledge and fostering a culture of security awareness, you will play a vital role in strengthening your organisation's defenses against phishing threats. Additionally, this course will equip you with the ability to effectively communicate with others to enhance phishing attack identification. You will learn strategies to promote clear and concise communication, facilitating collaborative efforts to identify and mitigate phishing threats effectively.
By the end of this course, you will be able to identify phishing messages and cybersecurity attacks. You will have the knowledge to analyse and verify any messages you receive so that you don't accidentally give access to sensitive information. You can then relay these principles to others so they can also be safe online. Enrol now to learn more!
Who Is The Course For?
- Executives and leaders who regularly access company data
- Company staff who access online services
- Professionals looking to sharpen their cybersecurity knowledge
- Security teams looking to identify trends in phishing attacks
- Network administrators who manage organisations’ network infrastructure
- Project managers responsible for teams’ security practices
- HR professionals who deal with sensitive information
What you'll learn
Understand what phishing is and which prevention strategies work.
Explore the psychology behind phishing attacks.
Identify what suspicious messages may look like on different platforms.
Grasp the infiltration methods hackers use in combination with phishing.
Take steps to protect personal and corporate information.
Identify security principles that align with your company.
Foster clear communication methods to make phishing more identifiable.
Sysem Requirements
Microsoft Internet Explorer or higher +is preferred, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome latest, iPad iOS latest Tablet only, Mac OS . or . PC only Apple Safari or , Android Google Chrome latest. Course playback is not recommended for mobile phones. For optimal playback, it is also recommended that learners close all other browser windows when viewing a course.
Phishing attacks are some of the most common forms of cybersecurity breaches. They rely on a variety of psychological and social factors to get victims to give up access to their data. The threat of these attacks continues to grow as technology and data become more integrated into business. A key survey reported 493.2 million phishing and malware attacks. That was a 173% increase from a previous quarter, which had 180.4 million attacks. This shows an increased effort to infiltrate personal and company information. his demonstrates that you need to prepare and be aware of the risks and how you can mitigate them!
Over a series of short video lectures, you will delve into the intricacies of phishing, understanding its various forms and the psychological principles that make individuals susceptible to these deceptive tactics. You will discover how to identify suspicious messages and communications, empowering you to discern phishing attempts with confidence. We will explore not only traditional phishing methods but also alternative strategies employed by attackers to compromise personal and corporate data. You will gain insights into the latest trends and tactics used by cybercriminals, equipping you with the knowledge to stay one step ahead. Taking an active approach to cybersecurity, you will learn practical steps to fortify your defenses and safeguard both personal and corporate information from phishing attacks. From implementing robust security protocols to fostering a culture of vigilance within your organisation, you will acquire the skills needed to mitigate the risk of falling victim to phishing scams.
Moreover, you will discover the importance of educating your company's workforce on security principles and best practices. By imparting essential knowledge and fostering a culture of security awareness, you will play a vital role in strengthening your organisation's defenses against phishing threats. Additionally, this course will equip you with the ability to effectively communicate with others to enhance phishing attack identification. You will learn strategies to promote clear and concise communication, facilitating collaborative efforts to identify and mitigate phishing threats effectively.
By the end of this course, you will be able to identify phishing messages and cybersecurity attacks. You will have the knowledge to analyse and verify any messages you receive so that you don't accidentally give access to sensitive information. You can then relay these principles to others so they can also be safe online. Enrol now to learn more!
Who Is The Course For?
- Executives and leaders who regularly access company data
- Company staff who access online services
- Professionals looking to sharpen their cybersecurity knowledge
- Security teams looking to identify trends in phishing attacks
- Network administrators who manage organisations’ network infrastructure
- Project managers responsible for teams’ security practices
- HR professionals who deal with sensitive information