In today’s digital age, the phishing has become one of the cyber threats the most prevalent and dangerous. Organisations and individuals must be equipped to to identify and mitigate these risks. The Course on Phishing is designed to provide you with the tools you need to recognising and responding to attempts at digital deception. You will learn how to detect signs of fraud, analyse fraudulent communications y to adopt effective protective measures. This online course offers you the flexibility to study at your own pace whilst you’re shopping key skills which are in high demand in the the current labour market. With a focus on the cyber hygiene y prevention strategies, you’ll be ready to protect your data and those in your organisation against any phishing attempts. Broaden your knowledge and improve your digital security with this essential course in a sector that is constantly growing.
Phishing
Digital Skills
8 am
Introduction
Objectives
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Identify the main types of phishing and the deceptive techniques used.
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Analysing phishing cases to understand its real consequences.
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Detect suspicious items in fraudulent messages and links.
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Check senders and domains thoroughly in communications.
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Apply basic recommendations for personal cyber hygiene.
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Configure authentication systems and security alerts.
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Follow the operational protocols in the event of exposure to phishing.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. AN INTRODUCTION TO PHISHING AND ITS IMPACT
Phishing and social engineering
Main methods: email, text messages, phone calls and social media
Common techniques of deception and manipulation
Representative cases and real-world consequences
TEACHING UNIT 2. DETECTING INDICATORS OF FRAUD
Suspicious elements in messages and links
Visual analysis of fraudulent communications
Verification of senders and domains
TEACHING UNIT 3. PROTECTIVE MEASURES AND RESPONSE
Basic cyber hygiene recommendations
Configuring authentication and alert systems
Protocol for action in the event of exposure
Official reporting and support channels (INCIBE, OSI, ENISA, Europol)
Strategies for preventing phishing in corporate environments
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