Day 1

Introduction to Cybersecurity

1.1

Cybersecurity Overview

Definition of cybersecurity, evolution of cyber threats, importance of cybersecurity in the digital era

1.2

Need for Cybersecurity

Growing cyber crimes, impact on individuals, organizations, and governments

1.3

Information Security Concepts

Information security vs cybersecurity, data protection fundamentals

1.4

CIA Triad

Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability with real-life examples

1.5

Cybersecurity Domains

Network security, application security, endpoint security, cloud security

Day 2

Cyber Threats and Attacks

2.1

Malware

Virus, worm, trojan, spyware, ransomware – characteristics and examples

2.2

Phishing and Social Engineering

Phishing, spear phishing, vishing, smishing, social engineering techniques

2.3

Password and Credential Attacks

Brute force, dictionary attack, credential stuffing

Day 3

Network and Web Security Basics

3.1

Network Security Fundamentals

Firewalls, IDS, IPS, basic network defense concepts

3.2

Web Security Threats

SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), basic web vulnerabilities

Day 4

Authentication and Cryptography

4.1

Authentication Mechanisms

Password-based authentication, multi-factor authentication (MFA), biometrics

4.2

Cryptography Basics

Encryption and decryption, symmetric and asymmetric cryptography, hashing concepts

Day 5

Cyber Laws and Ethics

5.1

Cyber Laws

Overview of IT Act 2000, cyber offenses and penalties

5.2

Cyber Ethics

Ethical hacking concept, responsible use of technology

5.3

Privacy and Data Protection

Digital privacy issues, personal data protection basics

Day 6

Case Study / Hands-on Practice /Simulations

Dr. Syed Irfan

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Irfan.e17752@cumail.in

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