There are no strict prerequisites for this course, but a keen interest in cybersecurity, psychology, or information technology is beneficial. Students should have basic computer literacy and be prepared to engage with material that covers both technical and psychological concepts. An ethical mindset is mandatory.
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and techniques of social engineering. We will explore the various methods attackers use, such as phishing, pretexting, baiting, and tailgating. You'll learn about the psychological triggers that make these attacks so effective, including trust, authority, and urgency. Through case studies of real-world security breaches and interactive examples, you will learn to spot the red flags of a social engineering attempt. The course emphasizes defensive strategies, teaching you how to build resilience against manipulation and protect sensitive information.
Upon completing this course, you will be able to:
Define social engineering and explain its role in cybersecurity attacks.
Identify and describe various types of social engineering tactics.
Recognize the psychological principles that attackers exploit.
Analyze real-world scenarios to detect potential social engineering threats.
Apply best practices to protect yourself and your organization from these attacks.
Develop a critical mindset to better assess and respond to suspicious requests for information or access.
This training teaches employees how to recognize and stop social engineering and fraud. Participants will learn to identify manipulative emotional tricks , common scams , and the critical procedures for authenticating customers and reporting suspicious activity to protect customer and company information.
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