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.