This course is designed to provide students with in-depth knowledge and skills in email encryption, ensuring that they are able to effectively apply this knowledge in real-world situations to ensure the security and confidentiality of their correspondence.
Module 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity and Encryption
- Introduction to basic cybersecurity principles and terms.
- Recognizing threats and types of attacks in the email domain.
- An overview of encryption methods.
- Distinguishing between symmetric and asymmetric encryption.
Module 2: Email Encryption Technologies
- An overview of standards such as S/MIME and PGP.
- How to install and use email encryption in various email clients.
- The basics of key generation and exchange.
- Managing certificates for signing and encryption.
Module 3: Practical Application
- How to create secure passwords to protect email accounts.
- Implementing two-factor authentication.
- A breakdown of attack scenarios and how to prevent them.
- Training to recognize suspicious activity.
Module 4: Incident Response and Privacy Assurance
- Responding to Security Breaches
- Steps for detecting and responding to email security breaches.
- Recovery plans after incidents.
- An overview of legislative requirements for privacy protection.
- How to comply with regulations and standards.
Module 5: Practical Exercises and Project
- Solving real world problems and scenarios using the knowledge gained.
- Practical testing of encryption techniques.
- Development of an individualized email security project.
- Feedback and advice from instructors.