Cybersecurity: Phone Scams and Malware

Description

Spam, online scams and frauds, identity theft, and issues related to online purchases are severe issues in the online world. Navigating the Web while avoiding these threats can be a challenging task. Phone scams can cost their victims time, money, and even their identity. Sometimes called 'vishing,' phone scams can also create entry points to more sophisticated hacking operations that can devastate individuals and organizations. Malware can leave you vulnerable to data loss, damaged devices, or even identity theft. With one innocent click, you could be a victim.

The following are some of the key outcomes in this course:
Learn what vishing attacks are and why people fall for them
Understand why it's important to protect sensitive information, and five ways to keep it safe
How to recognize and stop a phone scammer
Understand the types of Malware and how to recognize and avoid it
Learn what to do if your device becomes infected

Young Professionals