Don't Take the Bait: Recognize and Avoid Phishing Attacks

Overview

Delivery method

Virtual classroom

Duration

1 hour

Audience

Security Specialists

All SSC employees at all levels

Description

The increase in technology has allowed cyber-threat actors to multiply the means of targeting the Canadian population, and the information to which they have access to. Recently, cyberattacks reached unprecedented heights, with phishing attacks accounting for more than a third of data breaches. This course enables SSC employees to gain knowledge on the various types of phishing attempts and other social engineering means. Participants will learn the risk associated with falling for phishing attempts, the tools to keep themselves protected and how to react if they fall victim to a phishing attack.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Recognize and identify various phishing attempts and the importance to protect yourself and SSC;
• Apply and leverage tools and best practices to strengthen resilience against phishing and minimize the risk of compromise

Target Audience

All SSC Employees

Legacy course code: SEC-PHISH-SSC