ESET, a global leader in cybersecurity, has unveiled an upgraded version of its free Basic Cybersecurity Awareness Training, featuring an immersive storyline, interactive modules, and updated content to equip employees as the frontline defense against cyber risks. Timed with the start of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, this enhancement aims to help organizations of all sizes mitigate employee-related threats through engaging, practical learning experiences.
The refreshed Basic course transforms traditional training by immersing participants in a narrative where they join NetDetect, a cybersecurity team aiding EVX—an electric vehicle firm targeted for its innovative battery tech. Through interactive missions, employees investigate breaches, identify risky behaviors, and apply best practices, making complex security concepts memorable and actionable. This approach addresses the need for dynamic education that fosters long-term retention, crucial for reducing real-world vulnerabilities in cybersecurity awareness training.
For organizations requiring robust tracking and regulatory alignment, ESET's Premium Cybersecurity Awareness Training, “Digital Shadows: Cryptic Chronicles,” delivers a 90-minute program with dozens of modules, unlimited phishing simulations, admin dashboards, customizable portals, reporting, certificates, and gamification elements. Re-released last fall, it supports standards like HIPAA, PCI, SOX, GDPR, and CCPA, while meeting cyber insurance mandates, enabling businesses to monitor progress and certify completions effectively.
“Since its initial launch in 2017, ESET’s Cybersecurity Awareness Training has helped companies worldwide increase cyber preparedness,” said Clark Collett, Senior Instructional Designer at ESET North America. “This new version is a major step forward from our previous free Basic training. Instead of static videos, learners are placed inside a storyline where they investigate a cyber breach, apply best practices, and test their knowledge along the way. It’s designed to make security concepts stick, which is critical in reducing real-world threats.”
Aligning with Cybersecurity Awareness Month—a two-decade collaboration between government and industry to boost awareness and mitigate online risks—ESET's initiatives promote global dialogue on evolving threats. The new Cybersecurity Awareness Kit bundles the free training, ESET's 2025 H1 Threat Report, and a 30-day trial of its full-featured security solution. Additionally, a webinar on October 23 explores facial recognition's applications and vulnerabilities, accessible via the dedicated resource page.
These enhancements underscore ESET's dedication to proactive cybersecurity education, blending AI-driven defenses with human-centric training to safeguard businesses and individuals in an increasingly digital world.
ESET® provides cutting-edge cybersecurity to prevent attacks before they happen. By combining the power of AI and human expertise, ESET stays ahead of emerging global cyberthreats, both known and unknown—securing businesses, critical infrastructure, and individuals. Whether it’s endpoint, cloud, or mobile protection, our AI-native, cloud-first solutions and services remain highly effective and easy to use. ESET technology includes robust detection and response, ultra-secure encryption, and multifactor authentication. With 24/7 real-time defense and strong local support, we keep users safe and businesses running without interruption. The ever-evolving digital landscape demands a progressive approach to security: ESET is committed to world-class research and powerful threat intelligence, backed by R&D centers and a strong global partner network.
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