Cybersecurity Training

Cybersecurity 8 Ball: An Evaluation

by John Fisher (assisted by AI)

The Cybersecurity 8 Ball game was an interesting tool for teaching cybersecurity concepts, but it lacked the challenge necessary to be truly effective. When interacting with the game, I found that it simply posed questions and then immediately provided its own answers, rather than allowing me to respond first. This format reduced engagement and limited its potential as an interactive learning experience. A more effective approach would have been to allow users to answer the questions, provide immediate feedback on whether their responses were correct or incorrect, and explain the reasoning behind the correct answers.

One valuable lesson the game emphasized was the importance of not using the same password across different platforms. However, this raises a practical concern: If users must create and manage multiple unique passwords, what is the best way to keep track of them securely?

A widely recommended solution is the use of a password manager. Password managers store and encrypt login credentials, allowing users to maintain strong, unique passwords without having to memorize them all. Another option is to use a secure method of recording passwords, such as a written list stored in a safe location, though this carries some security risks.

Overall, while the Cybersecurity 8 Ball provides some useful information, its effectiveness as an educational tool could be greatly improved by incorporating user interaction and feedback. 

Cybersecurity 8 Ball is only one of many games the Center for Development of Security Excellence offers for internet security training. Click on the link below to see other games. 

Reference

Center for Development of Security Excellence. (n.d.). Security awareness games: Cybersecurity 8 Ball. Retrieved from https://www.cdse.edu/Training/Security-Awareness-Games/

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