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Cyber security for the business user - SPECTRO

This course is targeted towards the business users who encounter daily threats associated with Internet use in both their professional and personal lives. By the end of the course, you will gain valuable insight into both the common as well as the specific methods that attackers use to target businesses and individuals.

The proposed topics cover a broader range of topics, such as web-based attacks, email scams, social engineering as well as file extensions, password policies and general workplace security. All of these subjects highlight the importance of cybersecurity as a pillar in the modern, connected world.

Course overview

Introduction

  • Introduction to cyber security
  • Malware evolution

Web & social attacks

  • Malicious URLs
  • Masquerading (phishing)
  • Impersonation: email
  • Impersonation: social media

Software attacks

  • File extensions
  • Secure software
  • Office security

Invisible attacks

  • Certificates
  • Software updates
  • Firewalls & VPN
  • Passwords

Preventive measures

  • Backups
  • Physical security

About SPECTRO 

This course is delivered by SPECTRO. SPECTRO is a consortium consisting of 12 higher education institutions from 7 different countries, 2 innovative SMEs, and one leading research center in Information Systems and EIT Digital. SPECTRO is co-funded by the European Union’s Digital Europe Programme.

Training Offer Details

Target audience
Digital skills for ICT professionals and other digital experts.
Digital technology / specialisation
Digital skill level
Geographic scope - Country
Austria
Belgium
Bulgaria
Cyprus
Industry - field of education and training
Generic programmes and qualifications not further defined
Target language
English
Geographical sphere
International initiative
Typology of training opportunties
Learning activity
e-learning coursework
Assessment type
Training duration
Is this course free
Yes
Is the certificate / credential free
Yes
Effort
Part time light
Credential offered
Generic
Self-paced course
Yes