The Weakest Link: How Scams and Tricks Work on You

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MP-576448-IR.E.HF.8-12
  • Purpose: To educate students on the human element of cybersecurity, focusing on how social engineering tactics are used to exploit individuals and how to defend against them.
  • A focused 8-hour program delivered over 4 weeks.
    Upon completion, students will be able to:
  • Identify Social Engineering Tactics: They will understand the psychological manipulation used in cyber attacks.
  • Defend Against Phishing: Students will gain practical skills in recognizing and avoiding phishing scams.
  • Manage Digital Footprints: They will learn how open-source intelligence (OSINT) works and how to protect their personal information online.
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Human Factor: A Targeted Module for Core Risk Mitigation.
This 4 weeks module addresses the single most critical and often overlooked vulnerability in cybersecurity: human behavior. Designed for rapid implementation, this program provides a focused, high-impact solution to a problem that cannot be solved with technology alone.

Module Objectives:

  • Social Engineering (2 hours): Students will analyze and understand the psychological tactics used to manipulate individuals, from pretexting to baiting, ensuring they are aware of real-world threats.
  • Phishing & OSINT (6 hours): This segment provides deep, practical training in identifying and avoiding the most common cyber attack vector—phishing. Students will also learn how open-source intelligence can be used to gather information, empowering them to manage their own digital footprint and mitigate personal risk.
  • This module is a strategic investment in your students' and school's security posture.
  • It directly addresses the human element of risk, ensuring that your students are not only tech-literate but also cyber-aware and resilient.

Give Your Child the Ultimate Defense: The Human Factor.
While firewalls and strong passwords are vital, the biggest risk in cybersecurity is the person using the computer. This 4-week, 8-hour module is dedicated to empowering your child to be their own best defense.

Through engaging lessons, your child will learn:

  • The Art of Deception: They will understand Social Engineering and why hackers target human psychology, not just technology.
  • Spotting a Scam: They will gain hands-on skills to recognize and defeat Phishing attempts, from fake emails to malicious websites.
  • The Power of Information: They'll be introduced to OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence), learning how easily available information can be used against them—and how to protect their own digital footprint.

This program provides peace of mind by teaching your child how to think critically and make smart, safe decisions online, turning them from a potential target into a knowledgeable defender.

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SKUMP-576448-IR.E.HF.8-12
BrandCyber Labs
StageMiddle School, High School
GradesFrom Grade 7 To Grade 11
SubjectCybersecurity Subjects
Course LanguageEnglish
School Type:National & International
Course Duration8 Hours, 4 Weeks
Course TypeOnline
CurriculumCybersecurity Curriculum
Number of hours8
GenderUnisex
The Weakest Link: How Scams and Tricks Work on You
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