Personal and corporate cyber hygiene (CYRUS)

In today’s digital and interconnected world, cybersecurity is a critical necessity. This course explores the transition from traditional practices to today’s fast-paced technological landscape, characterised by a blended lifestyle that merges personal and professional digital activities. Participants will receive an introduction to social engineering, with real-world examples of phishing emails and practical strategies for maintaining vigilance. 

The "Personal and corporate cyber hygiene" course is developed within the framework of the CYRUS project, funded under the Digital Europe Programme, which aims to build up the capacity of EU SMEs in the transport and manufacturing sectors to respond to, and mitigate, cyber threats and attacks.

About this course

The course addresses current cyber threats, highlighting secure behaviours applicable in everyday life and business contexts. Participants will gain insights into the evolution of cybercrime, exploring various techniques, trends, and actionable recommendations for staying secure. The program also provides an overview of real cyber incidents, including a basic analysis of attack vectors and the impact of malware, such as viruses, trojans, and ransomware, on systems.

By the end of the course, participants will understand best practices for protecting their personal and corporate digital environments. They will be equipped to recognise potential threats, foster cybersecurity awareness, and manage communication effectively during anomalies and incidents within their organisations.

Learning outcomes

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Explore the significance of cybersecurity and its relevance in today’s rapidly evolving technological and social landscape
• Analyse real-life examples of cyberattacks and social engineering techniques, gaining insights into their methodologies and impacts
• Identify secure practices for personal and business cybersecurity, including multi-factor authentication and password management
• Manage internal communication with stakeholders during anomalies and incidents

Further details

The training is free of charge and offered as self-paced e-learning available on demand (duration: approximately 2 hours) from April 2025 to October 2025.

To move forward in this e-learning course, watch each video completely before starting the next lesson. The system is designed to track your progress and will only unlock the subsequent lessons once the current video has been completely viewed. Additionally, after completing each lesson, you must manually mark it as completed to confirm your understanding and maintain an organised learning flow. These steps are crucial for ensuring a seamless and effective learning experience.

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