Understand

Knowing the threats is the first step to defending against them.

Common threats include malware, phishing, weak passwords, and data breaches. Most attacks succeed through human mistakes rather than clever hacking, which is why awareness is so powerful.

Analogy: Threats are like common household hazards — knowing them helps you avoid them.

See It in Action

A quick threat glossary:

Malware  - harmful software
Phishing - fake messages that trick you
Breach   - stolen or leaked data

Try It Yourself

1. List three threats you have heard of.
2. Note which rely on tricking people.
3. Pick one to learn more about.

Challenge

Write a short description of three common threats in your own words.

Success condition: You can describe three threats accurately.