In the digital age, where cyber threats are evolving at a rapid pace, the The ‘Malware and Malicious Code’ course. Cybersecurity offers a unique opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of cybersecurity. With the rise of social media, understanding its different forms and the associated risks is essential. You will learn to identify and mitigate threats, from doxing to the spread of misinformation through fake news. This course will equip you with the critical skills to analyse and protect data in an increasingly vulnerable environment. The demand for cybersecurity experts continues to grow, and by choosing thisWith this course, you’ll position yourself in a booming job market. Join us and turn your knowledge into vital skills for the digital future!
Malware and Malicious Code. Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity
40 hours
Introduction
Objectives
- Identify types of malware and malicious code on social media.
- Analyse threats and mitigating measures on digital platforms.
- Recognise doxing and its impact on privacy.
- Assess SOCINT techniques for protecting personal information.
- Detect and analyse fake news in digital environments.
- To understand information overload and its consequences.
- Implement cybersecurity measures on social media.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. BASIC CONCEPTS OF ATTACKS
Introduction
Definition and Types of Malware
Static and Dynamic Analysis
Terminology
Unit Summary
References
TEACHING UNIT 2. TYPES OF MALWARE I
Introduction
Viruses and Worms
Trojans
Spyware and Phishing
Unit Summary
References
TEACHING UNIT 3. TYPES OF MALWARE II
Introduction
Rootkits
Ransomware
Other Types
Unit Summary
References
TEACHING UNIT 4. VULNERABILITIES, EXPLOITS AND PAYLOADS
Introduction
Metasploit Architecture
Exploits
Payloads
Unit Summary
References