Cybersecurity Awareness 2.0 Enterprise Training

Introduction to Information Security

• What is Information Security? 
  • Definition and Importance
  • Key Concepts: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability
  • Definition of key terms: Threats, Vulnerability, Risk, and Impact
  • Cost of cybercrime examples

Understanding Cyber Attacks

• Types of Cyber Attacks 
  • Phishing
  • Social Engineering 
  • Insider Threats
  • Malware

• Motivations behind cyberattacks 
  • Service disruption
  • Data exfiltration
  • Case Study 

Basic Security Best Practices 

• Multi-Factor Authentication
  • How to set up 2FA on common platforms
• Biometric Authentication
• Password Authentication
  • Importance of strong passwords
  • How to create and manage strong passwords
• Employee Training and Awareness

Safe Browsing Habits 

• Identifying suspicious websites
• Using reputable web browsers with built-in security

Securing Devices and Endpoints

• Endpoint Security Measures 
  • Install Antivirus/Antimalware Software
  • Awareness of Endpoints
  • Conducting a Security Checkup on Personal Devices
• Patch Management
  • Regular Updates
  • Automated Patching
• User Training and Awareness
  • Security Awareness Training
  • Policies and Procedures
• Physical Security 
  • Device Locking (Password, PIN, Smart Card locks)
• Application Whitelisting in organizations 
  • Approved Applications
  • Block Untrusted Software

Symptoms of Network and Endpoint Attacks

• Network Attack Symptoms 
  • Increases bandwidth usage 
  • Performs degradation 
  • Unusual Log-In Attempts and Account Lockouts
• Endpoint Attack Symptoms 
  • Unexpected Device Behavior
    • Performance issues
    • Unauthorized changes
    • Strange pop-ups and messages 
  • Disabled Security Software
    • Firewall disabled
    • Error messages/Failed updates

Taking Action to Minimize Damage

• Immediate Steps
  • Changing passwords on compromised accounts
  • Placing a fraud alert on your credit report

• Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft
  • Monitoring your credit report for suspicious activity
  • Freezing your credit if necessary
  • Enabling two-factor authentication (MFA) on all accounts

Advanced Security Concepts

• Securing Home and Office Networks
  • Securing Home and Office Networks
  • VPN and its benefits
• Navigating the Digital World Safely
  • Email Security Essentials
  • Mobile Security Measures

Responding to Image Misuse

• Identifying Image Misuse
• Taking Action Against Misuse

Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks

Phishing Attacks 

• Types of Phishing attacks

Social Engineering

• Types of Social Engineering Attacks 
  • UPI Scams
  • Fake KYC (Know Your Customer) Updates
  • WhatsApp Scams
  • LinkedIn Awareness ( Fake job posting ) 
  • Securing Your Gmail Account

Recognizing and Avoiding Phishing Attacks 

• Identifying Phishing Emails and Messages
• Phishing Simulation Exercise

Symptoms of Malware and Ransomware Infections

• Malware Infection Symptoms 
• Ransomware Attack Symptoms 

Social Media Security

• Privacy settings on social media platforms 
• Avoid oversharing personal information online 

Cloud Security 

• Understanding Cloud Storage Services
  • Benefits and risks of cloud storage
  • Popular cloud storage providers
• Securing Your Cloud Accounts
  • Securing file-sharing permissions 
  • Strong password creation and using MFA
  • Data encryption options in cloud storage 

AI and Deep Fake Awareness

• Understanding AI in Cybersecurity 
  • AI-Driven Threats
  • Highly Personalized Phishing Attempts
  • Automated Attack Patterns

• Deepfake Technology 
  • What are Deepfakes?
  • Risks Associated with Deepfakes (Identity Theft, Misinformation)
  • Unrealistic Audio/Video Quality
  • Inconsistencies in Background or Timing

Incident Response and Recovery

• Understanding Incident Response 
  • What is an Incident Response Plan?
  • Key Steps in Incident Response
• Creating an Incident Response Plan
  • Developing a Basic Incident Response Plan
  • Responding to Common Attacks

• Responding to Malware Infections 
  • Steps to Take if Infected by Malware
  • Using Malware Removal Tools
• Responding to Phishing Attacks 
  • Identifying and Reporting Phishing Attempts
  • Reporting Phishing Emails

Data Breach Response

• Immediate Steps to Take During a Data Breach 
  • Identifying and Containing the Breach
  • Notifying Internal Teams and Stakeholders
• Data Breach Containment Exercise 
  • Hands-On Simulation: Containing a Data Breach
• Legal and Regulatory Requirements 
  • Reporting Obligations
  • Communicating with Affected Parties

It is designed for everyone, from cybersecurity enthusiasts to employees of all backgrounds, because everyone should be cyber-aware, whether in IT or not.

No experience required.

• Grasp the importance of confidentiality, integrity, and availability
• Learn key terms such as threats, vulnerabilities, risks, and impacts
• Identify different types of cyber attacks: phishing, social engineering, malware, and insider threats
• Adopt safe browsing habits and recognize suspicious websites
• Understand physical security measures like device locking and application whitelisting
• Monitor credit reports and use security measures like credit freezing
• Perform immediate steps to minimize damage from security breaches
• Engage in hands-on simulations to contain data breaches and malware infections
• Recognize AI-driven threats and deepfake technology risks