Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyberattacks

According to a recent IBM report, cyberattacks have surged 71%, creating strong demand for cybersecurity professionals. This IBM course introduces fundamental cybersecurity concepts, common threats, and preventive measures to start your cybersecurity journey. You’ll explore the evolution of cybersecurity and the critical thinking model, study threat actors, malware, ransomware, and social engineering, and learn about internet security threats and security controls. The course also covers identity and access management (IAM), authentication, access control, and physical security threats and measures. Through hands-on labs, activities, and a final project, you’ll build practical, job‑relevant skills and gain a foundational understanding needed to begin a career as a Cybersecurity Analyst.