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This course will introduce you to the basic concepts of cybersecurity: What is cybersecurity and why is it important? Why and how do cyber attacks happen? Who are the attackers? What are common entry points for malicious actors? What are the possible consequences of cyber attacks?
Who is this course for? Persons with an IT background or people interested in learning more about cybersecurity, including from policymaking, law, civil society and academia. No previous experience in cybersecurity or technical knowledge in incident management is required.
What will you learn? After taking this course, you will be able to:
- Explain essential cybersecurity concepts such as "vulnerabilities" or "advanced persistent threats" to a friend or colleague.
- Understand cyber threat vectors and attack techniques used by adversaries to compromise systems.
- Give examples of outcomes of cyber attacks and their potential consequences for individuals, organizations, and national security.
How much time do you need to invest? You will need approx. 60 minutes to complete this course.
Topics: cybersecurity, cyber threats, cyber attack, cyber threat vectors, malicious threat actors, vulnerabilities, advanced persistent threats, social engineering
Certificate:
The platform will automatically generate a certificate of participation
once you have completed the course and passed the final test. The passing mark is set at 80%. You will also receive an open badge you can share on professional networks.
Course Developers: GIZ / p-didakt
Course Providers: GIZ
License: Creative Commons BY-SA
Publication Date: 24 April 2025
