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Robustify your cybersecurity landscape

September 2, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am UTC+2

R200
Cybersecurity

Details

The impact of cybersecurity is becoming increasingly important. This session will provide tools and techniques to manage the risk.

Outline

Programme

09:00 – 11:00

Introduction

  • Welcome and session objectives.
  • Brief overview of cybersecurity: definition, importance, and its impact on both individuals and organizations.

Part 1: The Cyber Threat Landscape

  • Introduction to common types of cyber threats: viruses, malware, phishing, ransomware, etc.
  • Discussing the motives behind cyber attacks and the potential consequences for victims.
  • Real-world examples of significant cyberattacks and their implications.

Part 2: Fundamental Cybersecurity Concepts

  • Basic cybersecurity terminology and concepts: encryption, firewalls, VPNs, two- factor authentication.
  • How these measures work to protect data and personal information. The principle of least privilege and its importance in cybersecurity.

Part 3: AI security

  • An overview of the risks of using tools like ChatGPT, and other AI productivity tools and how to mitigate these

Part 4: Cyber Safety Best Practices

  • Guidance on creating and managing strong passwords.
  • Strategies for recognizing and avoiding phishing and social engineering attacks. The significance of software updates in security and how to manage them.
  • Backup strategies: understanding the importance and best practices for backing up data securely.
  • Safe browsing habits and the use of secure connections (HTTPS, VPNs).

Who should attend?

Members, non-members, Trainees and associates

CPD hours

2 hours

This event was first published by SAICA at the following URL: https://www.saica.org.za/event-system/view/?event=415

Details

Date:
September 2, 2024
Time:
9:00 am - 11:00 am UTC+2
Cost:
R200
Event Category:
Website:
https://www.saica.org.za/event-system/view/?event=415

Organiser

SAICA

Venue

Online Event