Toolkit for Cybersecurity Professionals: Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Description
Welcome to the “Cybersecurity Fundamentals Mastery” course, the inaugural step in our holistic Cybersecurity Toolkit series meticulously crafted for both cybersecurity professionals and businesses. In this foundational course, you will embark on a transformative journey into the core principles and strategies that underpin effective cybersecurity practices. This isn’t just about safeguarding data; it’s about fortifying your digital fort against ever-evolving threats.
Module 1: Cybersecurity Foundations
In the first 4 topics of this course, which is licnced to us by LinCademy, you will delve into the essentials by exploring cybersecurity frameworks, understanding the profound impact of cybersecurity on businesses, and mastering essential terminologies. From countering malware to safeguarding against phishing attacks, this module is designed to empower professionals and businesses alike with the knowledge needed for a resilient cybersecurity posture.
After that the course will extend your mastery with a professional focus on password and denial-of-service (DoS) attacks. Learn techniques to secure passwords effectively and counter DoS attacks. Navigate the landscape of tech support scams, ransomware, and man-in-the-middle (MitM) attacks with insights into detection and mitigation strategies. Conclude with an exploration of network security, covering firewall and IDPS implementation, network architecture design, VLAN implementation, and network access controls, critical for businesses aiming for robust cybersecurity infrastructure.
Embark on this learning journey with video-based instructional lectures that break down complex concepts into digestible modules. Whether you’re a seasoned cybersecurity professional seeking to enhance your skills or a business looking to fortify its digital defenses, this course equips you with practical insights and actionable strategies.
What I will learn?
- Define the fundamental principles of cybersecurity and recall essential cybersecurity terminology.
- Identify various cyber threats faced by businesses.
- Outline basic principles of cybersecurity frameworks.
- List different types of malware and their characteristics
- Categorize malware types and their detection strategies.
- Contrast rogue software, drive-by downloads, and cryptojacking.
- Explain secure password practices and state strategies to counter denial-of-service attacks.
- Identify and mitigate tech support scams and describe operational strategies behind ransomware.
- Identify man-in-the-middle (MitM) attack scenarios.
- Explain the implementation of firewalls.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDPS).
- Outline network architectures, including the implementation of Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs).
Course Content
Topic 1: Getting Started
Topic 2: Introduction to Cybersecurity
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05:27
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Lecture 2: The Impact of Cybersecurity on Businesses
10:21 -
Lecture 3: Cybersecurity Frameworks and Basic Principles
08:00 -
Lecture 4: Essential Cybersecurity Terminology
12:29
Topic 3: Malware and Phishing
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Lecture 1: Malware Brief Overview
02:04 -
Lecture 2: Malware as A Cybersecurity Threat
08:00 -
Lecture 3: Types and Removal Strategies of Malware
08:10 -
Lecture 4: Phishing Threat Overview
02:00 -
Lecture 5: Detection and Prevention of Phishing Attacks
10:46
Topic 4: Rogue Software, Drive-By Downloads and Cryptojacking
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Lecture 1: Rogue Software Overview
01:45 -
Lecture 2: Types of Rogue Software
04:00 -
Lecture 3: Strategies for Rogue Software Detection and Removal
08:07 -
Lecture 4: Understanding and Mitigating Drive-By Downloads
01:46 -
Lecture 5: Understanding and Mitigating Cryptojacking
02:04
Topic 5: Password and DoS Attacks
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Lecture 1: Password Attack Overview
01:42 -
Lecture 2: Password: Attack Techniques and Best Practices
10:22 -
Lecture 3: Denial-of-Service (DoS) Attacks Overview
01:49 -
Lecture 4: Detecting and Mitigating of Denial-of-Service Attacks
12:53
Topic 6: Tech Support, Ransomware and MitM Attacks
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Lecture 1: Detecting and Mitigating Tech Support Scams
11:27 -
Lecture 2: Understanding and Mitigating Ransomware
02:04 -
Lecture 3: Man in the Middle (MitM) Attacks Overview
01:48 -
Lecture 4: Detecting and Preventing Man-in-the-Middle Attacks
14:00
Topic 7: Network Security
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Lecture 1: Firewall Implementation
06:29 -
Lecture 2: IDPS Implementation
08:18 -
Lecture 3: Designing and Segmenting Network architecture
05:37 -
Lecture 4: Implementing Virtual Local Area Networks
05:49 -
Lecture 5: Network Access and Secure Configuration
04:21
Topic 8: Conclusion
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The Next Step
03:22
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Ratings & Reviews
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LevelBeginner
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Duration11 hours 30 minutes
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Last UpdatedDecember 2, 2024
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CertificateCertificate of completion
Description
Welcome to the “Cybersecurity Fundamentals Mastery” course, the inaugural step in our holistic Cybersecurity Toolkit series meticulously crafted for both cybersecurity professionals and businesses. In this foundational course, you will embark on a transformative journey into the core principles and strategies that underpin effective cybersecurity practices. This isn’t just about safeguarding data; it’s about fortifying your digital fort against ever-evolving threats.
Module 1: Cybersecurity Foundations
In the first 4 topics of this course, which is licnced to us by LinCademy, you will delve into the essentials by exploring cybersecurity frameworks, understanding the profound impact of cybersecurity on businesses, and mastering essential terminologies. From countering malware to safeguarding against phishing attacks, this module is designed to empower professionals and businesses alike with the knowledge needed for a resilient cybersecurity posture.
After that the course will extend your mastery with a professional focus on password and denial-of-service (DoS) attacks. Learn techniques to secure passwords effectively and counter DoS attacks. Navigate the landscape of tech support scams, ransomware, and man-in-the-middle (MitM) attacks with insights into detection and mitigation strategies. Conclude with an exploration of network security, covering firewall and IDPS implementation, network architecture design, VLAN implementation, and network access controls, critical for businesses aiming for robust cybersecurity infrastructure.
Embark on this learning journey with video-based instructional lectures that break down complex concepts into digestible modules. Whether you’re a seasoned cybersecurity professional seeking to enhance your skills or a business looking to fortify its digital defenses, this course equips you with practical insights and actionable strategies.
Material Includes
- Animated Typography Videos
Requirements
- Basic Understanding of Computer Systems
- Familiarity with General IT Terminology
Target Learners
- Cybersecurity Professionals
- information Security Professionals
- IT Managers and Professionals
- Entry-Level Security Analysts
- Businesses Seeking Comprehensive Cybersecurity Training