Introduction to Cyber Threats and Digital Hygiene Risk

This course is designed for professionals without a technical background who manage people, data, or business operations to understand the critical aspects of cybersecurity. Learners will learn to explain and apply the CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability) in a business context, enhancing their security measures. The course covers identifying indicators of Business Email Compromise (BEC) and phishing, differentiating between threats, vulnerabilities, and risks, and analyzing how ransomware infects systems, including the "Double Extortion" tactic. Additionally, learners will classify types of data based on sensitivity, explain the immediate business impact of a data breach, and implement strong password policies and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) on critical accounts. By the end of the course, learners will be equipped with the knowledge to improve their organization's digital hygiene and security posture.