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What Does Our Free Phishing and Training Tool Do?

The CYBERDISE Freemium Edition is a free phishing tool and learning environment: technically speaking, an attack simulator and a lean LMS with a content editor and user management. Here are the answers on what it includes, what it needs to run and where its limitations are.

Graphic "Free Phishing and Training Tool – What does it do?" with five questions about the Freemium Edition
In this article
  1. What is the CYBERDISE Freemium Edition?
  2. What is included in the solution?
  3. Does the product include freely customizable templates for phishing exercises?
  4. Does it also include e-learning courses on information security?
  5. Can I change existing content and add my own?
  6. How do I use the Freemium Edition?
  7. What hardware and software do I need?
  8. Can I use Cyberdise Freemium on my notebook?
  9. What limitations does this free phishing tool and LMS have?
  10. Is there advertising in the product?
  11. Why is such a free cybersecurity awareness product offered at all?

What the CYBERDISE Freemium Edition is

It is a free phishing tool and learning environment where users can complete cybersecurity courses. Technically speaking, it is an attack simulator and a lean LMS including a content editor and user management.

What does the solution include?

The phishing simulator, learning management functionalities, two dozen attack templates, a dozen e-learning modules on information security, a content editor for customizing templates, and recipient management.

Screenshot: Cyberdise sign-in page beside a terminal where the installation seeds the database and creates the admin user.
Our freemium after installation as a free phishing and training tool

Does the product include freely customizable templates for phishing exercises?

Yes. Here is a short list of templates that can be customized. Many scenario templates are available in duplicate, i.e., a real scenario and a scenario template with slightly modified names and visual elements. 20+ phishing templates:

  • Amazon Account Verification
  • Beta Search Engine
  • CB Streaming (2 different Versions)
  • Detected an Illegal License
  • Two Versions of DocHub Pending Invoice (2 different Versions)
  • Mail Account Termination
  • Meeting Webizy
  • Microsoft 365 QR Password reset (Link) (2x)
  • New Company Facebook Page
  • O365 File Download (2x)
  • O365 Migration 1 (2x)
  • PayPal Verification Account
  • Salary Comparison
  • Security Update 0365 – File (2x)
  • Windows Change Password (2x)
  • Windows Unusual Login (2x)
  • The templates can be edited in the content editor.

Are e-learning courses on information security also included?

Yes. Here, too, the course templates can be edited in the content editor. Content, questions, or parts of the exams can be deleted, modified, or added:

  • Avoiding Malware
  • BYOD – Bring your own Device Security
  • Managing Personal Information
  • Deepfake Security Course
  • Phishing Security Awareness Training
  • Malware Security Course
  • Social Media Security Learning Module
  • Password Security Awareness Video
  • Phishing Security Awareness Video

Can I modify existing content and add my own?

Yes. In the next release update, you will also be able to upload your own content.

Installing and running the Freemium Edition

The Cyberdise Freemium Edition is provided as a Docker-based installation and can be downloaded <here>. Download it and install it using the instructions. Then configure the tenant (languages, time, checks, SSL, etc.), add domains, define or upload recipient groups, set up campaigns, insert and customize scenarios (see next image).

Screenshot: landing page editor of the "Windows Unusual Login (Fake)" campaign with a mock Microsoft sign-in page
Campaign configuration for optimal awareness

What hardware and software do I need?

Hardware: We recommend 3 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 100 GB SSD. However, stable operation is also possible with 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 20–40 GB SSD storage, because the implementation is very lean and the templates and training videos are only downloaded after installation. This is sufficient for several hundred users.

Software: Linux server (Ubuntu 22.04 LTS recommended), Docker Compose (or Kubernetes), access to SMTP or mail relay.

The tech stack of the free phishing tool is PHP (Laravel); PostgreSQL; TypeScript & Vue.js for frontend; Nginx web server; Redis caching and integrated SSL & custom domain management.

Can I use Cyberdise Freemium on my notebook?

Of course! The server also runs on a notebook ϑ But it doesn’t make much sense, because for a phishing exercise campaign to run correctly, it needs a public IP and an ‘attack’ or training domain (DNS) that is accessible from the internet.

Limitations, ads and security

Cyberdise Freemium has no artificial feature deactivation in the code and the tool uses the same engine as higher editions. It has has unlimited validity. Nevertheless, it has limitations:

Max. 500 users, max. 600 messages sent cumulatively. This version also lacks: an integrated LMS user portal, REST API access, the multi-tenant structure is disabled, and the free phishing edition does not include advanced enterprise integrations.

Are there any ads in the product?

No, except for an upgrade notification, there are no ads.

Is the solution secure?

Secure software development is our top priority, and we have an external pentest carried out every year. If you would like to see the report, please ask us. However, the use of Cyberdise Freemium is your own responsibility.

Why Cyberdise offers the tool for free

We offer a free product because we believe that professional and effective cybersecurity awareness should not be a privilege reserved for large companies. And we believe in community!

You can download Cyberdise Freemium Phishing here: https://cyberdise-awareness.com/freemium-edition/. No SaaS obligation, no open source framework. A real tool.

Disclaimer – The use of the free phishing 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 education and 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 AG reserves the right to change this disclaimer at any time.

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What is the CYBERDISE Freemium Edition?
A free phishing tool and learning environment where users can complete cybersecurity courses. Technically speaking, it is an attack simulator and a lean LMS including a content editor and user management.
What does the Freemium Edition include?
The phishing simulator, learning management functionalities, two dozen attack templates, a dozen e-learning modules on information security, a content editor for customizing templates, and recipient management.
Can the phishing templates and e-learning courses be customized?
Yes. The phishing templates and the course templates can be edited in the content editor. In the courses, content, questions or parts of the exams can be deleted, modified or added.
How do I set up the Freemium Edition?
It is provided as a Docker-based installation. Download it and install it using the instructions, then configure the tenant (languages, time, checks, SSL, etc.), add domains, define or upload recipient groups, set up campaigns, and insert and customize scenarios.
What hardware and software do I need?
The recommended hardware is 3 vCPU, 4 GB RAM and 100 GB SSD. Stable operation is also possible with 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM and 20–40 GB SSD storage, because the implementation is very lean and the templates and training videos are only downloaded after installation; this is sufficient for several hundred users. On the software side: a Linux server (Ubuntu 22.04 LTS recommended), Docker Compose (or Kubernetes) and access to SMTP or a mail relay.
Can I run Cyberdise Freemium on my notebook?
The server also runs on a notebook, but it doesn't make much sense: for a phishing exercise campaign to run correctly, it needs a public IP and an attack or training domain (DNS) that is accessible from the internet.
What are the limitations of the free edition?
Max. 500 users and max. 600 messages sent cumulatively. It also lacks an integrated LMS user portal and REST API access, the multi-tenant structure is disabled, and it does not include advanced enterprise integrations. Apart from that, Cyberdise Freemium has no artificial feature deactivation in the code, uses the same engine as higher editions and has unlimited validity.
Are there any ads in the product?
No, except for an upgrade notification, there are no ads.
Is the Freemium Edition secure?
Secure software development is Cyberdise's top priority, and Cyberdise has an external pentest carried out every year. If you would like to see the report, ask Cyberdise for it. However, the use of Cyberdise Freemium is your own responsibility.
Is support or a warranty provided?
No. The product is provided without any guarantees or warranties of any kind, and support for the product is not provided. Its use is at the user's own risk.
What technology is the Freemium Edition built on?
PHP (Laravel), PostgreSQL, TypeScript and Vue.js for the frontend, an Nginx web server, Redis caching, and integrated SSL and custom domain management.
Why does Cyberdise offer a free product?
Because Cyberdise believes that professional and effective cybersecurity awareness should not be a privilege reserved for large companies, and because it believes in community.
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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.