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Cybersecurity Foundations

Cybersecurity Foundations: Digital Security Essentials

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Master Cybersecurity with our comprehensive modules, covering threats, protective strategies, and career insights. Gain essential skills in safeguarding your digital life and navigate the evolving landscape of cyber threats.

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Introduction to Cybersecurity

9 Videos

In this module, you'll explore cybersecurity fundamentals, the necessity for protection, and real-world cases like the MGM Resorts attack, highlighting threats and business impacts that provide practical, context-rich learning.

9 items

1.35 hr

  • Introduction to Cybersecurity - Module Overview (Complete)
  • CIA Triad - Confidentiality and Integrity (Complete)
  • CIA Triad - Availability
  • Threats to the Assets
  • 10 Most Common Cyber Attacks
  • Introduction to Cyber Crime
  • Key Definitions in Cybersecurity
  • Case Study - MGM Resorts Cyber Attack
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity - Summary

Decoding Threats to the Cyberspace

21 Videos

In this module, you'll understand various cyber threats, including malware, network attacks, and data breaches. It provides a comprehensive breakdown of threats to enhance understanding across multiple vectors.

21 items

2.51 hr

  • Malware-Based Attacks - Agenda (Complete)
  • Introduction to Malware-Based Attacks (Complete)
  • Types of Malware
  • Combating Malware - Techniques and Strategies
  • The Future of Malware
  • Malware-Based Attacks - Summary
  • Network Based Attacks - Agenda
  • Introduction on Network-Based Attacks
  • Types of Network-Based Attacks
  • Case Study - DDoS Attack on Twitter (X)
  • Network Based Attacks - Summary
  • Attacks on Users - Agenda
  • Introduction to Attacks on Users
  • Cyber Threats - SIM Swapping to Quishing
  • Attacks on Users - Summary
  • Attacks on Data - Agenda
  • Introduction to Data Types
  • Data Breaches and Insider Threats
  • Misconfigurations and Application Vulnerabilities
  • Case Study - QakBot
  • Attacks on Data - Summary

Cybersecurity Essentials: Safeguarding Your Digital Life

8 Videos

In this module, you'll learn how to protect your digital life with strong passwords, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and device security, offering practical steps that focus on everyday online security.

8 items

1.16 hr

  • Cybersecurity Essentials - Module Overview (Complete)
  • Unique Passwords and Password Managers (Complete)
  • Multi-Factor Authentication
  • Social Media Security
  • Introduction to Browser Security
  • Introduction to PassKeys
  • Device Protection and Managing Child Safety
  • Cybersecurity Essentials - Module Summary

Threats in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

6 Videos

In this module, you'll discover how AI and ML are used in cyber threats like deepfakes, providing insight into AI-specific threats, a crucial aspect for modern cybersecurity awareness.

6 items

1 hr

  • Threats in the Age of Artificial Intelligence - Agenda (Complete)
  • Basics of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (Complete)
  • AI Leveraged Threats
  • Introduction to Deepfakes
  • Best Practices for using GenAI
  • Threats in the Age of Artificial Intelligence - Summary

Certifications and Careers in Cybersecurity

3 Videos

In this module, you'll explore relevant certifications and career paths in cybersecurity, offering clear guidance for those who are looking to build a career in cybersecurity.

3 items

0.25 hr

  • Certifications in Cybersecurity (Complete)
  • Career Insights in Cybersecurity (Complete)
  • Certifications and Careers in Cybersecurity - Summary

Guided Projects

In this project, you'll evaluate your digital security and implement best practices to protect your online presence and devices from potential cybersecurity risks. By the end, you'll have a deeper understanding of securing your personal data.

  • GUIDED PROJECT 1
  • Personal Cybersecurity Assessment and Protection Plan
  • In this project, you will assess your personal digital security and implement various best practices to protect your online presence and personal devices. You will identify potential cybersecurity risks and address them using simple, yet effective security measures. By the end of the project, you will have a stronger understanding of how to secure your personal data and devices and be better prepared to recognize and defend against common cyber threats.
Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Threat Identification and Analysis
Password Management and Multi-Factor Authentication
AI and Machine Learning in Cybersecurity
Digital Device and Social Media Security
Career Development in Cybersecurity.

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Aniket Amdekar

General Manager - Cyber Defence Education

Aniket is the lead faculty for PGP in Cyber Security and has over 15 years of experience in the field. He has worked with companies like Symantec, Microsoft, MakeMyTrip, and Walmart. He holds multiple certifications like CISSP and CISM
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Aniket Amdekar

General Manager - Cyber Defence Education

Aniket is the lead faculty for PGP in Cyber Security and has over 15 years of experience in the field. He has worked with companies like Symantec, Microsoft, MakeMyTrip, and Walmart. He holds multiple certifications like CISSP and CISM

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