Digital Security Essentials

Topic 1:Digital Risk Awareness Digital Presence and Everyday Online Activities Digital Footprints and Information Exposure Categories of Digital Risks Common Risky Online Practices Cyber Safety Awareness Resources Topic 2: Behaviour, Ethics, and Social Impact Online Harassment and Digital Misconduct Case Analysis of Unsafe Online Behaviour Privacy, Consent, and Information Sharing Ethical Principles for Digital Behaviour Reporting and Support Portals

Topic 1: Password Security Fundamentals Password Vulnerabilities and User Practices Secure Passphrase Creation Techniques Common Password Attack Methods Password Safety Guidelines Password Protection Resources Topic 2: Account Security Tools and Practices Multi-Factor Authentication and Account Security Password Manager Usage Demonstration Login Alerts and Account Recovery Secure Account Maintenance Practices Platform Security Documentation

Topic 1: Personal Device Security Security Essentials for Smartphones and Laptops Device Security Settings Configuration Recognising Device-Level Threats and Malware Update, Backup and Patch Practices Operating System Security Guides Topic 2: Application and Browser Safety Application Permissions and Access Control Browser Security and Extension Management Identifying and Avoiding Risky Applications Safe Browsing Practices App Store and Browser Policies

Topic 1: Online Fraud Awareness Phishing Patterns and Scam Techniques Analysis of Fraudulent Messages Indicators of Phishing and Fraud Common Types of Online Scams Cybercrime Advisories Topic 2: Verification and Incident Response Risk Evaluation and Decision-Making Link and File Verification Tools Demonstration Interpretation of Verification Results Reporting and Response Procedures Cybercrime Reporting Portal

Misinformation and Verification Misinformation Ecosystems and Spread Types of Misinformation Media Verification Tools Demonstration Spotting False Information Detecting Deepfakes and Synthetic Content Deepfake Awareness and Digital Protection Fact-Checking Platforms

Topic 1: Network Security Awareness Public Network Risks Secure Browsing Practices Network Safety Fundamentals Secure Connectivity Guidelines Network Security Resources Topic 2: Data Protection Practices Secure Online Transactions Cloud Storage Safety Practices Payment Security Guidelines Backup and Data Protection Strategies Financial and Data Safety Advisories

Topic 1: Malware Fundamentals Characteristics of Malware System Compromise Indicators Categories of Malware Safe Software Usage Practices Security Awareness Resources Topic 2: Threat Response and Recovery Ransomware Risks and Preparedness Incident Response Procedures Data Protection and Recovery Steps System Restoration Guidelines Incident Handling Guides