Description
USB and Removable Media Security helps employees understand the risks associated with USB drives, external storage devices and other removable media. Through interactive content, videos and knowledge checks, learners discover how to safely handle removable devices, protect sensitive information and prevent malware infections and data breaches. Delivered in Australian English and available in SCORM 1.2 format, the module is designed for seamless LMS integration and learner tracking.
Who Should Complete This Module:
This module is designed for all employees who handle digital files or may use removable media devices. Suitable for onboarding, general security training, and compliance programs.
Learning Objectives:
By engaging with this module, employees will understand:
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Understand the risks of using untrusted USB sticks.
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Learn how USB devices can spread malware or viruses.
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Apply safe handling practices for removable media.
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Use encryption and password protection where required.
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Adopt secure file transfer alternatives approved by your organisation.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this module, learners will be able to:
- Identify security risks related to USB devices.
- Avoid using unknown or untrusted removable media.
- Use encryption and password protection on USBs.
- Choose secure file-sharing alternatives for sensitive information.
- Understand when and how to seek guidance from IT.
Topics Covered:
- Malware risks from USB use.
- Safe USB handling procedures.
- USB encryption and password protection.
- Dangers of unknown/removable media.
- Secure file transfer recommendations.
- When to report and seek IT support.
Key Benefits:
- Reduces risk of malware infections through USBs.
- Promotes safer, policy-compliant file handling habits.
- Educates employees on better data security practices.
- SCORM-ready
- Ideal for all staff – especially those using shared or portable devices.
This module is designed for all employees who handle digital files or may use removable media devices. Suitable for onboarding, general security training, and compliance programs.
By engaging with this module, employees will understand:
-
Understand the risks of using untrusted USB sticks.
-
Learn how USB devices can spread malware or viruses.
-
Apply safe handling practices for removable media.
-
Use encryption and password protection where required.
-
Adopt secure file transfer alternatives approved by your organisation.
By the end of this module, learners will be able to:
- Identify security risks related to USB devices.
- Avoid using unknown or untrusted removable media.
- Use encryption and password protection on USBs.
- Choose secure file-sharing alternatives for sensitive information.
- Understand when and how to seek guidance from IT.
- Malware risks from USB use.
- Safe USB handling procedures.
- USB encryption and password protection.
- Dangers of unknown/removable media.
- Secure file transfer recommendations.
- When to report and seek IT support.
- Reduces risk of malware infections through USBs.
- Promotes safer, policy-compliant file handling habits.
- Educates employees on better data security practices.
- SCORM-ready
- Ideal for all staff – especially those using shared or portable devices.