Security awareness refers to the knowledge and understanding individuals have about potential security threats and the necessary precautions to mitigate those risks. It encompasses recognizing different types of security risks—such as phishing scams, malware, identity theft, home securityand social engineering tactics.
Security Awareness Categories
Cybersecurity Awareness Workshops
Interactive sessions that cover the fundamentals of cybersecurity, including common threats and best practices for online safety.
Secure Connections: Guidance on best practices for using public Wi-Fi, including the importance of using VPNs to encrypt data and protect against eavesdropping.
Password Management Training
Guidance on creating strong passwords, using password managers, and implementing two-factor authentication.
Home Security Awareness
Guidance on best practices for securing Internet of Things (IoT) devices within your home environment. Including but not limited to securing wi-fi, routers and smart home systems to prevent unauthorized access. Understanding potential vulnerabilities and being able to identify and action security updates to ensure your devices and home are protected.
Phishing Education
Guidance on recognizing and responding to phishing attempts, including an overview of the different types of phishing attacks.
- Email Phishing
- Spear Phishing
- Whaling
- Vishing (Voice Phishing)
- Smishing (SMS Phishing)
- Scam vs Phishing
- Social Engineering
Data Breach Awareness Training
Guidance focused on understanding data breaches, how they occur, and what steps individuals can take to protect themselves.
This session includes:
- Recognizing the signs of a data breach
- Immediate actions to take
- Protective measures
- Monitoring and recovery
Malware Awareness Education
Guidance on different types of malicious software, how to identify them and how to protect yourself against them.
This session covers:
- Viruses
- Worms
- Trojans
- Ransomware
- Adware
- Spyware