Cybersecurity Awareness: AI

Stephanie Ihezukwu

Cybersecurity Educator | Security Engineer |

Course details

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the workplace, making tasks faster and more efficient. But, as history dictates, innovative technology also opens new doors for cyber threats. From AI-enhanced phishing scams to deepfake attacks, staying secure during the rapid evolution of AI is more important than ever.

This course provides a practical introduction to AI and its intersection with cybersecurity, tailored for employees in today’s workplaces. Learn to identify and respond to AI-enhanced threats, understand the ethical considerations of using AI tools, and apply defense strategies to protect your data and organization.

Learning objectives

• Analyze AI-enhanced phishing attacks to identify unique characteristics and indicators that distinguish them from traditional phishing attempts.

• Evaluate the ethical implications of using AI tools in workplace security practices, including data privacy considerations and potential biases.

• Demonstrate appropriate defensive measures against deepfake attacks in common workplace scenarios like video conferencing and voice authentication.

• Classify different types of AI-based security threats according to their attack vectors, risk levels, and potential business impacts