• Online, Self-Paced

Malware, short for malicious software, is software intended to gain access to, damage, or disable computer systems. Explore various types of malware, mitigation techniques, and how to use digital forensic tools to combat threats.

Learning Objectives

{"identify different types of malware"}

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • Cyber Operational Planning
  • Cyber Operations
  • Cyber Defense Analysis
  • Cybersecurity Management
  • Digital Forensics
  • Executive Cyber Leadership
  • Threat Analysis

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.

Feedback

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