Every organization faces threats to its information resources, and most of the time, the weakest link isn’t the technology. It’s people, processes, and the gap between what organizations think is happening on their networks and what’s actually happening. This module gives you a clear picture of the threat landscape. You’ll start with the factors that make modern organizations increasingly vulnerable, from the explosion of connected devices to the sophistication of today’s attackers. You’ll examine the human side of security risk, including the unintentional mistakes employees make every day and the social engineering tactics that exploit trust and habit. You’ll explore ten types of deliberate attacks organizations face, from malware and denial-of-service attacks to identity theft and espionage. Understanding what you’re up against is the first step to protecting against it and to becoming the kind of informed professional who doesn’t become the reason your organization makes the news. 💡Tip for success: As you work through the types of attacks, think about the communications you receive at work—email, texts, and phone calls. You’ll start spotting things you never noticed before.