Malware, Phishing & Social Engineering

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About Course

This course provides an in-depth understanding of Malware, Phishing, and Social Engineering — three of the most common and dangerous cyber threats today. You’ll learn how hackers manipulate systems and humans, how malware spreads, and what techniques are used to deceive victims.

Through real-world examples, case studies, and defensive techniques, students will gain the skills to detect, analyze, and prevent such attacks effectively.

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to identify malicious activities, secure your digital environment, and promote safe online practices.

What Will You Learn?

  • Understand different types of malware and how they spread
  • Identify phishing techniques and fraudulent messages
  • Recognize social engineering tricks used by attackers
  • Apply preventive security strategies and awareness training
  • Use tools and techniques to mitigate malware and phishing attacks

Course Content

Introduction to Cyber Threats
Understanding Digital Threats The Role of Human Weakness in Attacks Types of Cyber Threat Vectors Impact of Attacks on Individuals and Organizations

Understanding Malware
What is Malware? Types of Malware (Viruses, Worms, Trojans, Ransomware, Spyware, Adware) How Malware Spreads Malware Detection and Removal Techniques

Ransomware and Advanced Malware
How Ransomware Works Famous Ransomware Attacks (WannaCry, Petya, etc.) Preventive Measures and Backup Strategies Tools for Malware Analysis

Phishing Attacks
What is Phishing and How It Works Types of Phishing (Email, Spear, Whaling, Smishing) Real-Life Examples of Phishing Scams How to Identify and Prevent Phishing Attempts

Social Engineering Attacks
What is Social Engineering? Psychological Manipulation Techniques Common Methods (Pretexting, Baiting, Tailgating, Quid Pro Quo) Case Studies and Real-World Scenarios

Defense and Prevention Strategies
Security Awareness Training Email Filtering and Spam Protection Anti-Malware and Endpoint Security Tools Building a Security-First Mindset

Incident Response and Recovery
What to Do After a Phishing or Malware Attack Reporting Cyber Incidents System Cleanup and Restoration Future Prevention Planning

Course Summary & Practical Takeaways
Review of Malware, Phishing, and Social Engineering Concepts Best Practices for Prevention Cyber Hygiene Checklist Preparing for Next-Level Cyber Security Learning

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