Welcome to the wild world of cyber threats where the villains don’t wear capes, they wear convincing email signatures.
In this module, we’ll explore two major digital dangers:
- Social Engineering: Hacking Humans, Not Machines
Social engineering is the art of manipulating people into revealing confidential information. Unlike traditional hacking, it targets human psychology rather than computer systems. In this course, you’ll explore phishing—a favorite tactic of scammers—where fake messages are crafted to trick you into clicking malicious links, sharing passwords, or downloading harmful files. One of the most infamous examples is the “Nigerian Prince” email scam, a classic case of exploiting trust to steal information or money. - Malware: The Trojan Horse of the Digital Age
Imagine the legendary story of the Greeks building a massive wooden horse to secretly infiltrate the city of Troy. Malware works in much the same way, It’s software designed with harmful intent, disguised to slip past defenses. From viruses to ransomware, these malicious programs can steal information, spy on activities, or sabotage systems. In the worst cases, attackers can lock down personal or workplace data and demand payment to release it.
By the end of this module, you’ll be able to spot shady links, sniff out suspicious behavior, and protect yourself and your organization from digital deception. Let’s turn your common sense into cyber sense.
- Teacher: Admin User