Understanding Malware

Content created by Bob's Business UK cybersecurity behaviour-change specialists — trusted by organisations across the UK since 2007.

Malware attacks are a bit like illnesses — you need to be protected before they strike, not just after. Viruses, trojans, ransomware, and other forms of malicious software are constantly evolving, and knowing how to recognise and respond to them is essential for every employee. Our Understanding Malware course gives your workforce the knowledge to stay protected.

This course covers the types of malware in use today, the signs of infection, where cybercriminals are most likely to target, and who your people should contact when something goes wrong.

What's covered in this course:

  • The different types of malware and how each operates
  • The signs of a malware infection
  • Where cybercriminals are most likely to target your organisation
  • Who to contact within your organisation when a malware attack is suspected

Learning outcomes

By the time your team complete Understanding Malware, they should be able to:

Identify:

  • The types of malware and the signs of infection
  • Who to contact when a malware attack is suspected
  • Where cybercriminals are most likely to attack

React to:

  • Malware threats before they become full attacks

Keep your organisation one step ahead of malware. Complete this course to build a workforce that can recognise threats and respond before they cause harm.

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Duration 0.25 hours
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