Cyber Scams: Don’t Be a Victim

Course Overview

The Cyber Scams: Don’t Be a Victim training course is designed to help you recognize and protect yourself from a wide range of online threats. Whether you are an individual looking to safeguard personal information or a professional aiming to raise awareness in your organization, this course offers in-depth knowledge and practical strategies to defend against cyber scams. In this training course, you will learn to recognize various types of cyber scams and the strategies that fraudsters use including fake identities to build connections, trust, invent stories, and steal from you.  We will discuss how to identify the signs of various types of cyber-attacks, how to exercise care when interacting with unfamiliar people online, and tips to prevent disclosure of private information online. Moreover, we will review the different types of malware commonly used in cyber scams and how to detect, protect, prevent, and recover from it.  Learn from industry experts and apply what you’ve learned through real-world examples and case studies.

Course Objectives:

• Understand the various social engineering tactics used by scammers to manipulate victims.
• Identify different types of cyber scams and the specific methods cybercriminals use.
• Learn about the types of malware commonly involved in scams.
• Recognize phishing attacks through real-world examples.
• Take a proactive stance in online security and fraud prevention.

Syllabus and Modules Breakdown:

Module 1: Social Engineering Tactics

This module covers a range of techniques used by cybercriminals to manipulate victims into disclosing sensitive information or granting unauthorized access. You’ll learn about phishing (email scams), vishing (voice-based scams), smishing (SMS-based scams), and quishing (phishing using QR codes). We’ll also explore spoofing (impersonating legitimate sources), dumpster diving (retrieving discarded information), eavesdropping (listening to private conversations), shoulder surfing (observing someone’s screen or keyboard), piggybacking and tailgating (unauthorized physical access), baiting (offering false incentives), and hoaxes (deceptive warnings or claims).

Module 2: Common Cyber Scams

This module dives into a variety of scams that target individuals and businesses alike. You’ll learn how cyberbullying, sextortion, and romance scams exploit emotional vulnerabilities. We also cover shopping scams, imposter scams, gaming fraud, and scams on peer-to-peer payment apps. Additionally, we explore loan forgiveness scams, scholarship scams, online auction fraud, job scams, tech support scams, charity scams, rental fraud, fake delivery notifications, fake antivirus software scams, skimming scams, weight loss scams, investment scams, watering hole attacks, and pharming (redirecting users to malicious websites).

Module 3: Malware Used in Cyber Scams

This module introduces you to the types of malware often deployed in scams. You’ll learn about worms (self-replicating malware), spyware (software that secretly collects data), trojans (malware disguised as legitimate software), keyloggers (tools for recording keystrokes), ransomware (malware that locks systems for ransom), rootkits (stealth software granting unauthorized access), and adware (software that displays unwanted advertisements).

Module 4: Phishing Red Flags and Real-world Examples

In this module, we examine phishing attacks through real-life examples to help you identify red flags. You’ll explore phishing emails disguised as communications from well-known companies.

Conclusion

The course concludes by reviewing key concepts and testing your ability to identify and prevent cyber scams through a final exercise. Upon completion, you’ll earn a certification that adds value to your professional profile.

Course Features:

• Self-paced Learning: Complete the course at your convenience.
• Expert-led Instruction: Learn from cybersecurity professionals with real-world experience.
• Interactive Case Studies: Apply the knowledge to practical scenarios.
• Certification: Receive a certificate upon course completion to enhance your credentials.

Ideal Audience:

This course is ideal for individuals, IT professionals, business owners, and anyone seeking to improve their awareness of cyber scams and how to avoid falling victim to them.

By the end of Cyber Scams: Don’t Be a Victim, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize, avoid, and protect yourself from the most common cyber scams, ensuring your personal and professional security.