Adversarial Approach - Combating Social Engineering Attacks through Situational Awareness

Fueled by advancements in social media and AI, the evolution of social engineering tactics has elevated cyber threats to unprecedented levels of sophistication. So, why has the approach to Security Awareness Training (SAT) stayed the same? This hands-on course will teach you how to go beyond best practices and use modern social engineering techniques to transform "security awareness" into "situational awareness."

Course Features:

• Apply AI for social engineering and other simulated nefarious purposes

• Learn DuckyScript and use it to expose the risk to executives and coworkers

• Participate in 6 Practical Hands-On Exercises in Recon, Phishing exploits, and Ways to Engage Your Employee Base

• Help educate others become more situationally aware of threats

• Take home a custom Hak5 field kit (consisting of Bash Bunny Mark II, O.MG Elite USB-C Cable, & O.MG Programmer)

Traditional SAT programs cover password hygiene, recognizing phishing emails, securing physical workspaces, and understanding the importance of data privacy. This knowledge is essential but lacks the interactivity and real-world simulation needed to effectively prepare someone for the dynamic cyber threats of today. We will address that gap by teaching you:

• How adversaries perform reconnaissance using the Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) model

• How to effectively use spear phishing and physical compromise demonstrations to showcase the direct impact of threats

• How to enhance your SAT program with engaging content to develop security culture

At the end of this course, you will have the knowledge and tools you need to demonstrate the impact of a social engineering attack. You will be able to defeat optimism bias and show anyone how they can be personally impacted by cybersecurity events. You'll also have strategies to secure leadership endorsement and apply your new abilities to modernize the SAT program in your organization.

Once you have successfully instilled situational awareness into the personnel of your organization, you will have mobilized your organization's most effective defense in the fight against cybercrime. This course serves as a catalyst for transformative change, ensuring your organization's resilience in the face of modern cybersecurity challenges.