Every October, Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a golden opportunity to revitalize your culture. Here are tested ideas to make it memorable.
The 4-Week Battle Plan
1Week 1: Phishing
Theme: 'Don't Take the Bait'. Focus on email security.
2Week 2: Passwords
Theme: 'Lock It Down'. Push for MFA and Password Managers.
3Week 3: Home
Theme: 'Secure Your Castle'. Family and personal device safety.
4Week 4: Scary Tales
Theme: 'Halloween Hacks'. Real-world ransomware horror stories.
Engagement Ideas
Phish Finder Contest: Prizes for the fastest reporters of sims.
Guest Hacker: Bring in an ethical hacker for a live demo.
Scavenger Hunt: Hide 'security flags' (fake passwords) around the office.
Wall of Shame: Display the wildest real phishing emails you've blocked.
Key Takeaway
"Make it fun. October should be a celebration of security, not a lecture. Laughter aids retention."
