Cybersecurity Safety Class

Making Internet Safety Simple

Statistics show that last year, nearly one in three Americans was a victim of some form of cybercrime. These aren’t just faceless, distant people; these are friends, relatives, coworkers – victims of cyber threats who thought, “It’ll never happen to me.”  The number one way these attackers gain access? Through simple scams and vulnerabilities in your everyday online activities. Don't wait until you or a loved one becomes a statistic. Empower yourself with knowledge and preemptive action. Enter the Cybersecurity Internet Safety Class led by Robb McMahan, a Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH). As frightening as the term 'hacker' might sound, ethical hackers possess identical abilities and methods to stop evil hackers. Robb uses his skills to help individuals like you stay safe online. 

There is no need to fear technical jargon or hard-to-understand software terms in this class. Robb shows real examples of email and hacks that anyone can understand. You don't have to be technologically inclined to understand how to stay safe from hackers. This course encases useful internet safety concepts into bite-sized, easy-to-understand information.

By the end of the course, you'll understand how scammers can get into your email, Facebook, or bank accounts and how you can stop them. You'll also learn the tricks of the trade criminals use, so you can spot a scam before they have a chance to attack. 

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Some of the things covered

Phishing is a prevalent cybercrime where fraudsters attempt to access sensitive data such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details by disguising themselves as a trustworthy entity. Usually, attackers masquerade to be a legitimate organization - maybe your bank, social media platform, or a well-known e-commerce site, mainly via email but also via text messages. 

Password safety is a critical pillar of online security. Cybercriminals often exploit weak, reused, or easily guessable passwords. Many people use easy passwords and, even worse, re-use passwords. 

WiFi safety is vital in our era of mobile connectivity. Free WiFi hotspots, while convenient, can carry substantial risks. Cybercriminals often set up fake hotspots, which appear as real WiFi options in public areas like cafeterias or airports. 

SIM swapping is a form of hacking where cybercriminals trick a cell phone carrier into switching the primary user's phone number to a SIM card they control. This allows the hacker to reset passwords and bypass security measures, gaining access to email, social media, and financial accounts. 

Social media scams have become highly prevalent with the ubiquity of platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. These scams often take the form of fun games, fake friend requests, or messages crafted to lure you into giving up passwords or security questions. 

With the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI), new forms of cyberattacks are increasingly prevalent. Cybercriminals harness AI to automate and refine their attacks, from phishing schemes to deepfakes that convincingly impersonate individuals.

Cost

$50

  • Class and question and answer session
  • Includes dinner

Robb McMahan, CEH

About the instructor

Robb has been a software engineer for 20 years and has worked for Fortune 500 companies such as Apple, Salesforce, and DirectTV. As a certified ethical hacker, Robb has the know-how and experience to keep you safe from the newest hacking strategies using email, Facebook, SMS, and everyday online scams.

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