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Introduction to phishing – transport (CYRUS)

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Phishing remains one of the most prevalent and effective cyber threats, with attackers sending approximately 3.4 billion phishing emails daily – contributing to 90% of corporate security breaches. 

This training provides a foundational understanding of phishing attacks, covering various methods, including email phishing (spear phishing, whaling), voice phishing (vishing), SMS phishing (smishing), SEO poisoning and pharming. The course is developed within the framework of the CYRUS project, which aims to increase cybersecurity preparedness and innovation for companies and SMEs engaged in the transport and manufacturing sector. 

About this course

Designed for employees, students and general internet users, the course aims to raise awareness about phishing risks and teach practical defence strategies. Participants will learn how attackers exploit psychological triggers, recognise phishing attempts across different platforms and understand the lifecycle of a phishing attack – from baiting the victim to extracting valuable information.

Learning objectives

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

  • Identify different types of phishing attacks
  • Understand how attackers execute phishing attacks and the tactics they use
  • Safeguard personal and organisational data and respond effectively to phishing threats

More details 

The training is free of charge and offered as self-paced e-learning available on demand from April 2025 to October 2025 with a duration of approximately 1,5 hours 

Access the CYRUS training here!

Training Offer Details

Target audience
Digital skills for the labour force.
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
Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) not further defined
Target language
English
Geographical sphere
EU institutional initiative
Typology of training opportunties
Learning activity
e-learning coursework
Assessment type
Training duration
Organisation
Is this course free
Yes
Is the certificate / credential free
Yes
Training start date
2025
Effort
Part time light
Credential offered
Learning Activity
Self-paced course
Yes