Discover cyber security

Course DDN235S

Description

Digital technologies have quickly become an integral part of our daily lives, with new developments and security concerns emerging every day. This online self-paced course helps to build a greater awareness and understanding of the reality of cyber risks by exploring common security vulnerabilities and cyber threats, such as malware MalwareMalicious software designed to infiltrate or damage a computer system, without the owner's consent. Common forms of malware include computer viruses, worms, Trojans, spyware, and adware. , password attacks, and social engineering Social engineeringThe practice of obtaining confidential information by manipulation of legitimate users. A social engineer will commonly use the telephone or internet to trick people into revealing sensitive information. For example, phishing is a type of social engineering. . Participants will learn to recognize potential threats and how to protect themselves, their digital information, and the systems they use.

Objectives

The objectives of this course are to ensure that upon successful completion, the participant will be able to:

  • define what is cyber security and what it means to the Government of Canada
  • recognize cyber security threats and the impact of poor cyber practices
  • practice safe cyber behavior

Course outline

  • Module 1 – What is cyber security?
  • Module 2 – What you need to know about cyber security threats
  • Module 3 – Practical ways to protect yourself and your department
  • Module 4 – Final exam

Target audience

Discover Cyber Security Cyber securityThe protection of digital information, as well as the integrity of the infrastructure housing and transmitting digital information. More specifically, cyber security includes the body of technologies, processes, practices and response and mitigation measures designed to protect networks, computers, programs and data from attack, damage or unauthorized access so as to ensure confidentiality, integrity and availability. is designed for public service employees of all levels.

Notes

This course was co-developed with the Canada School of Public Service (CSPS) and is hosted on the CSPS learning platform.

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