We have a Slack channel to collaborate between CAP members -Contact cyber-programs@cap.gov to request access to the Slack team. Cadets must be 16 years or older to join per Slack's terms of service.
Using email and social media, cyber criminals lure individuals to click on malicious links or attachments to collect personal and financial information, and infect your device with malware and viruses. Stop the snowball: https://www.960cyber.afrc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2809993/stop-the-snowball-protect-yourself-from-phishing-scams/
From ransomware to SolarWinds, the cybersecurity space has been as hectic as it has ever been over the last 12-24 months. However, for all of the emerging threats and news that are cropping up on the horizon, phishing -- one of the oldest pain points in cybersecurity -- is continuing...
Ever wonder how good you are at telling the difference between a legitimate website and one that's a phishing attempt? Take this quiz to find out. https://www.opendns.com/phishing-quiz/
Tip: Use multi-factor authentication on any account you can. It adds another layer of protection and can give you some peace of mind that your accounts are safe, even if your password is compromised. Learn more: https://staysafeonline.org/resource/own-your-role-in-cybersecurity/
Social media sites and apps are great ways to connect and share information. User profiles, timelines, social media status, friend lists, and message services grant your contacts insights into your day-to-day activities. However, these sites can also provide adversaries with the critical information they need to disrupt your life and...
As part of CAP’s on-going partnership with Cisco Networking Academy, a fall cohort will soon be open for CAP members to register. The cohort will run 1 October through 31 December 2021. This fall, all CAP NetAcad courses will be offered in Spanish!
Maj Bill Blatchley will resume biweekly Civil Air Patrol CyberPatriot coaches meetings on Wed, Sep 29th. Registration for CyberPatriot XIV teams closes Oct 5th.
After a complete rebranding and forced hiatus in 2020 due to COVID-19, the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) National Cyber Academy (CNCA) was held in Hampton this past month with full support and interest from both adults (senior members) and cadets (ages 14 through 20).
