Build your foundation in cybersecurity with core concepts, security principles, threat actor analysis, and compliance essentials.
Understand what cybersecurity is, why it matters, and how it differs from information security
Identify different threat actors, their motivations, and attack patterns
Master the CIA Triad, Defense in Depth, and Least Privilege principles
Introduction to IT Act 2000, DPDPA 2023, and CERT-In requirements
Definition, importance, cybersecurity vs information security, career paths, and the current threat landscape.
Nation-states, cybercriminals, hacktivists, insiders, and script kiddies. Attack motivations and current trends.
Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability. Plus Defense in Depth, Least Privilege, and Separation of Duties.
IT Act 2000 overview, DPDPA 2023 introduction, CERT-In requirements, and regulatory landscape in India.
Test your knowledge with 20 questions covering all lessons. Score 70% or higher to unlock Module 2.