Get 20 free participations in a cybersecurity awareness training
Register for an eligible security training and your organization receives 20 free participations in Cybersecurity Awareness for Users (CS8525): a complementary two-hour course on the essentials of IT security, relevant for any user of your computer systems.
in your organization
A cybersecurity foundation for every user
Essential knowledge and skills to become a proactive defender against cyber threats.
Designed for all personnel
Relevant for any user of the organization's computer systems, not only the IT team.
Part of your awareness strategy
A key component of a broader strategy to raise awareness about cybersecurity and how to prevent cyberattacks, particularly those involving social engineering.
Learn by doing
Interactive modules with real-world case studies and practical scenarios simulating cyber threats, to apply at work and in your personal life.
Cybercriminals are constantly developing new ways to exploit vulnerabilities and target unsuspecting individuals. By increasing your cybersecurity awareness, you protect your personal data and help safeguard your organization and its valuable assets.
Nine modules, two hours
The most important aspects of data protection and information security, with demonstrations along the way.
What is computer security?
- The need to secure data
- Threats, vulnerabilities and attacks
- Exploits and countermeasures
Social engineering
- Techniques, including phishing by call, text message or physical presence
- Examples of phishing websites and emails
- How to detect phishing
Web browsing safety
- Targeted advertising and the security of cookies
- Disclosure of data on social networks
- Private browsing, best practices and company policies
Password security
- Password policies in corporate environments
- Weak passwords and reuse across services
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
Email security
- Access to your mailbox
- Transmission of emails in clear text
- Eavesdropping, network interception and secure tunnels
Malicious software
- User behavior and the vulnerabilities of failing systems
- Types of malicious software
- Examples: ransomware and fake security software
The security of your operating system
- Security with anti-virus
- Software updates
- Good practices
Mobile and wireless network security
- Mobile device security issues
- Home, work and public networks
- VPNs for secure remote access
Identity theft
- Your information is everywhere
- Where it is stored and how secure it is
- Can your information be stolen?
Every eligible registration adds 20 more
The offer is cumulative: by registering participants for eligible training courses, the number of people you can train on IT security essentials can become significant.
Each row is one registration, with 20 participations. Indicative: the benefit applies to eligible trainings only.
Eligible trainings
Register for one of these and the free participations are included automatically.
No action needed, four simple steps
The benefit is included automatically when you register for an eligible main course.
Register for an eligible course
The free participations are included automatically. No additional action is required on your part.
Complete the main course
The invitation to register your participants is sent once the main course is completed.
Register your participants
You receive an email inviting you to register participants for the proposed dates.
Receive the formal invitation
All registered individuals receive a formal event invitation seven days before the start.
Start free, then go deeper
This course is the first of a series of three that gives participants a more comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity. Once you have the benefit, we recommend continuing with the other two.
Cybersecurity Awareness for Users
The essentials of IT security in nine modules: threats, social engineering, passwords, email, malware, mobile and wireless networks, and identity theft.
View course →Recognizing and Countering Social Engineering Attacks
Analyze targeted phishing, impersonation and fake requests from executives, suppliers or technicians, and verify any request with the “Stop – Verify – Report” method.
View course →Responding Effectively to Incidents
React quickly and appropriately to unexpected MFA requests, compromised accounts, suspicious attachments and lost devices, using “Disconnect – Preserve – Report – Collaborate”.
View course →Strengthen your corporate skills
A short video on the complementary cybersecurity awareness training.
Cybersecurity awareness, explained
Who it is for, how the benefit works and where to go next.
Give your team a free cybersecurity foundation
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