Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Practise practical cybersecurity decisions with NIST CSF 2.0 and CISA Cyber Essentials source material, from access control and phishing response to backups and recovery.
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Activities
Quiz86 Questions
Flashcards71 Cards
Study Notes6 Notes
Mind Map2 Maps
Modules
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Start with the earlier modules and work forward. Each one builds on the last, so the course gets more advanced as you go.
1
Foundations of Risk
Before defending anything, you must understand what you are up against and what you are protecting. This module lays the groundwork by defining the core concepts of cybersecurity risk, the threat landscape, and the critical assets that need safeguarding.
Cybersecurity Risk and the NIST CSF 2.0
3 min • Background
Identifying Assets and Threats
Quiz • 19 Questions
Key Terms: Threat, Vulnerability, Impact, Asset
Flashcards • 19 Cards
Foundations of Risk - Mind Map
Mind Map
2
Governing Security
Cybersecurity is not just a technical problem; it is a leadership problem. This module explores the critical role of governance in setting strategy, defining roles, and establishing policies that drive a culture of security from the top down.
Governance: The GOVERN Function and Cybersecurity Strategy
3 min • Theory
Matching Governance Actions to Risk Profiles
Quiz • 14 Questions
Roles, Policies, and Risk Appetite
Flashcards • 17 Cards
3
Identifying and Protecting
Knowing what you have and who can touch it is the first line of defense. This module covers the practical steps of identifying assets, controlling access with multi-factor authentication and least privilege, and protecting systems through patching and secure configurations.
Access Control and Patching Essentials
2 min • Cheatsheet
Scenario: Choosing the Safest Access Control Action
Quiz • 16 Questions
MFA, Least Privilege, and Patch Management
Flashcards • 17 Cards
Identifying and Protecting - Mind Map
Mind Map
4
Detecting and Responding
Even the best defenses can be breached. This module focuses on the DETECT, RESPOND, and RECOVER functions of the NIST CSF, covering how to spot an incident, contain the damage, and restore operations from backups.
Incident Response Process: From Detection to Recovery
3 min • Mechanisms And Processes
Scenario: Responding to a Phishing Incident
Quiz • 16 Questions
Detection, Response, and Recovery Steps
Flashcards • 18 Cards
5
Sustaining Readiness
Security is a continuous cycle, not a one-time project. This final module synthesizes the previous concepts into a practical approach for managing vendor risk, making safer day-to-day decisions, and building a sustainable culture of cyber readiness.
A Framework for Safer Day-to-Day Decisions
3 min • Mental Models And Frameworks
Scenario: Choosing the Safest Action for Vendor Risk and Phishing
Quiz • 21 Questions
Key Takeaways: Building a Culture of Cyber Readiness
2 min • Summary
Materials
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