This CPE course provides a concise overview the Dark Web, a part of the internet that isn’t indexed by search engines, and often associated with anonymous transactions and nefarious activities. Discover the leading threats and risks that the Dark Web poses to accounting firms. Explore how practitioners can effectively mitigate the risk of data breaches, ransomware attacks, financial fraud and other risks connected to the Dark Web. You’ll walk away with a foundational understanding of leading cybersecurity strategies that can help you maintain client trust and protect your firm’s sensitive data in this complex threat landscape.

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Analyze the Dark Web and its impact on businesses
• Evaluate the difference between the Deep Web and Dark Web
• Explain the growing threats of the Dark Web to accountants and businesses
• Review real-life examples of Dark Web exploitation
• Develop effective strategies for cybersecurity and Dark Web threat mitigation
• Explore the evolving role of accountants in managing Dark Web threats

Topics Covered:

• Understanding the Dark Web
• Differences between Deep Web and Dark Web
• Potential Threats from the Dark Web
• Case Studies of Dark Web Exploitation in Accounting
• Strategies for Mitigating Dark Web Threats
• Implementing Effective Cybersecurity Measures
• Role of Accountants in Addressing Dark Web Threats

Who Will Benefit/Target Audience:

This course is designed for accounting and related financial professionals who handle sensitive financial information and want to learn how to protect themselves and their clients from the Dark Web and other online threats.

Prerequisite Knowledge

Participants should have a basic understanding of computer networks, operating systems, and internet technologies.