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Free Phishing Simulation Tool and Awareness Training with the Cyberdise Freemium Edition – DIY Cybersecurity Awareness

Just in time for Cybersecurity Awareness Month and it-sa 2024, Cyberdise presents a fully functional awareness software for free personal use: a free phishing simulator with cybersecurity e-learning and complete functionality.

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A top-notch, free phishing simulator with cybersecurity e-learning and complete functionality: Just in time for Cybersecurity Awareness Month and it-sa 2024, Cyberdise presents a fully functional awareness software for free personal use.

Why Cyberdise offers a free edition, and what it includes

Current research findings show: 47% of all successful attacks are attributed to inattentive employees [1]. Therefore, it makes perfect sense for us to offer our cybersecurity solution for simulations and training in a version available to everyone! What is included in the Cyberdise Freemium Awareness Edition?

Cybersecurity Awareness Features:

  • Attack Simulation: Hyperlink, data entry, multi-scenario attacks, multilingual attacks
  • Training Functionality: Rich media awareness training, support for static web training
  • Basic set of phishing templates, see below
  • Basic library of training materials, see below
  • Campaign delivery of a maximum of 600 messages cumulatively

Additional Features:

  • Anonymization
  • Random generation for delivery
  • Campaign pre-checks
  • Integration of SSL certificates
  • Integration of custom domains
  • Multilingual management interface
  • Multilingual GUI
  • Statistical features: Campaign results, advanced video tracking, enhanced quiz tracking, landing page time tracking
  • Discounted upgrade to the Cyberdise Essential Edition available
Phone screenshot of a phishing email "Action Required: Password Expiry" from "System Administrator", logo "Mircrosoft 365"

Deployment, support and technology stack

Usage

The free phishing simulation and training tool, Cyberdise Freemium, is provided as a docker

Support and Maintenance

A knowledge base is available, which requires registration in the support portal. Ongoing development and bug fixing will also be ensured for the Freemium Edition. New additional features, such as campaign import and export, will be available in this free phishing tool by the end of 2024.

Architecture and Technology Stack

The Cyberdise Freemium Edition combines modern technologies for backend, frontend, and AI-powered cybersecurity awareness features. Although it is a free phishing simulation and awareness training tool, the technology stack is designed for high performance, scalability, and security:

  • Backend: PHP with Laravel for development and workflows.
  • Frontend: TypeScript and Vue.js for dynamic interfaces.
  • Databases & Caching: PostgreSQL for data storage and Redis for caching.
  • Web Traffic: Nginx for handling web traffic.
  • Deployment: Uses Docker Compose or Kubernetes for containerization.
  • Office Integration: React-based plugin for Office 365 (not included in the Freemium Edition).

Included phishing templates and training materials

Templates for Phishing Simulation

For conducting free phishing simulations, a selection of customizable phishing module templates is available. Users can independently add and maintain their own scenarios within the product.

  • Amazon Account Verification
  • Beta Search Engine with Personal Data
  • CB Streaming (modified and original)
  • Illegal License Detected
  • Mail Account Termination
  • M365 Migration
  • New Facebook Company Page
  • 0365 File Download
  • Office365 QR Password Reset
  • Pending Invoice
  • PayPal
  • Salary Comparison
  • Security Update 0365 – File
  • Windows Unusual Logon
  • Windows Password Change
Overview "Cyberdise Freemium Edition Phishing Module Templates": icons for Microsoft, Amazon, PayPal, Facebook and more

CBTs for Training Recipients

A foundational set of training materials accompanies the Freemium Edition: ‘CDC: Phishing Security Awareness Training,’ ‘OPC: Malware Awareness Training,’ ‘CDC: Deepfake Security Awareness Training,’ and ‘CCDC: BYOD – Basic.’ The latter is part of the Cyberdise Course Curriculum, which consists of over 20 different short training sessions.

Table of four training modules (phishing, malware, deepfake, BYOD) with category, style, video and CI/CD.

Use at your own risk

Disclaimer

The use of the software is at the user’s own risk. Cyberdise assumes no liability for direct or indirect damages that may arise from its use. The product is provided without any guarantees or warranties of any kind and is intended solely for the training of individuals. It is the user’s responsibility to comply with all applicable laws. Legal recourse is excluded, and support for the product is not provided. Cyberdise reserves the right to change this disclaimer at any time.

Training the human factor concerns everyone

Go for it!

Training the human factor in the fight against cyber threats concerns everyone. Cyberdise Freemium, as a free phishing simulation and training tool, helps with this!

What is the Cyberdise Freemium Edition?
A fully functional awareness software for free personal use: a phishing simulator with cybersecurity e-learning, which Cyberdise presented for Cybersecurity Awareness Month and it-sa 2024.
What does the Freemium Edition include?
Attack simulation (hyperlink, data entry, multi-scenario and multilingual attacks), rich media awareness training with support for static web training, a basic set of phishing templates and a basic library of training materials. Campaign delivery is limited to a maximum of 600 messages cumulatively.
Can I add my own phishing scenarios?
Yes. A selection of customizable phishing module templates is available, and users can independently add and maintain their own scenarios within the product.
Which training courses come with the Freemium Edition?
“CDC: Phishing Security Awareness Training”, “OPC: Malware Awareness Training”, “CDC: Deepfake Security Awareness Training” and “CCDC: BYOD – Basic”. The latter is part of the Cyberdise Course Curriculum, which consists of over 20 different short training sessions.
What technology is the Freemium Edition built on?
PHP with Laravel on the backend, TypeScript and Vue.js on the frontend, PostgreSQL for data storage, Redis for caching, Nginx for web traffic, and Docker Compose or Kubernetes for containerization. The React-based plugin for Office 365 is not included in the Freemium Edition.
Can I upgrade from the Freemium Edition?
Yes, a discounted upgrade to the Cyberdise Essential Edition is available.
Who is liable when the software is used?
The user. The use of the software is at the user’s own risk, Cyberdise assumes no liability for direct or indirect damages that may arise from its use, and the product is provided without any guarantees or warranties of any kind.
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Written by

Palo Stacho

Founder and Managing Director

Founder and Managing Director of Cyberdise AG in Zug, Switzerland. He writes about the state of the awareness industry and why behavior, not knowledge, decides whether an attack succeeds.