Course Content
Introduction
In this module you will be introduced to the course and learn about the history of the Essential Eight Maturity Model. You will also learn about the benefits of the Essential Eight mitigation strategies and the level of risk addressed at each maturity level.
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Welcome and learning objectives
History of the Essential Eight
Key benefits and limitations
Risk Management and Classification
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Cyber Security Frameworks
In this topic we survey different cyber security frameworks and consider how the Essential Eight can fit into the overall cyber security strategy of an organisation.
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Popular cyber security standards and frameworks
00:00
The difference between information security and cyber security
00:00
The Australian legal environment
00:00
The Eight Essential Mitigation Strategies
In this topic we examine each mitigation strategy and consider the overall objectives they are designed to achieve.
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Reduce your threat surface by Patching Applications and Operating Systems
00:00
Tighten access to systems and data with Multi Factor Authentication
00:00
Protect your crown jewels by Restricting Administrative Privileges
00:00
Stop attackers in their tracks with Application Control
00:00
Reduce the spread of malware by Restricting Microsoft Office Macros
00:00
Avoid misconfiguration risks through User Application Hardening
00:00
Take Regular Backups to Recover from Ransomware and Other Sources of Business Interruption
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The Four Maturity Levels
In this topic we will explore the four maturity levels of the Essential Eight Maturity Model and consider how security controls can be progressively expanded to meet increased threat levels.
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The consequences of being at Maturity Level Zero
00:00
Fighting Script Kiddies at Maturity Level One
00:00
Getting serious at Maturity Level Three
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Defend against the worst at Maturity Level Three – If you can
00:00
Choosing the right maturity level for your organisation or your customers
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Implementation Tips, Tricks and Traps
In this chapter we map out the steps you need to take to implement Essential Eight or uplift your maturity level. We consider some pitfalls and mistakes that can derail your implementation efforts, and provide useful advice to help keep you on-track.
Essential Eight Fundamentals
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Welcome and learning objectives
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