\documentclass[10pt,a4paper]{article} % Packages \usepackage{fancyhdr} % For header and footer \usepackage{multicol} % Allows multicols in tables \usepackage{tabularx} % Intelligent column widths \usepackage{tabulary} % Used in header and footer \usepackage{hhline} % Border under tables \usepackage{graphicx} % For images \usepackage{xcolor} % For hex colours %\usepackage[utf8x]{inputenc} % For unicode character support \usepackage[T1]{fontenc} % Without this we get weird character replacements \usepackage{colortbl} % For coloured tables \usepackage{setspace} % For line height \usepackage{lastpage} % Needed for total page number \usepackage{seqsplit} % Splits long words. %\usepackage{opensans} % Can't make this work so far. Shame. 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Switch to any value % from this page to resize cheat sheet text: % www.emerson.emory.edu/services/latex/latex_169.html \footnotesize % Small font. \begin{multicols*}{2} \begin{tabularx}{8.4cm}{x{2.64 cm} x{5.36 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{8.4cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Types of Social Engineering}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Phishing}} & Deceptive emails with fake links/attachments. \tn % Row Count 2 (+ 2) % Row 1 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Vishing}} & Phone/voicemail scams ("This is your bank, confirm PIN"). \tn % Row Count 5 (+ 3) % Row 2 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Smishing}} & Fake texts with malicious links/apps. \tn % Row Count 7 (+ 2) % Row 3 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Tailgating}} & Entering secure areas by following someone with a badge. \tn % Row Count 10 (+ 3) % Row 4 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Piggybacking}} & Gaining entry when someone lets you in. \tn % Row Count 12 (+ 2) % Row 5 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Impersonation}} & Pretending to be an authorized person to gain access. \tn % Row Count 15 (+ 3) % Row 6 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Eavesdropping}} & Listening to private conversations. \tn % Row Count 17 (+ 2) % Row 7 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Shoulder surfing}} & Watching screens/keystrokes to steal data. \tn % Row Count 19 (+ 2) % Row 8 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Dumpster diving}} & Retrieving sensitive data from trash. \tn % Row Count 21 (+ 2) % Row 9 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Physical theft}} & Stealing devices/documents. \tn % Row Count 23 (+ 2) % Row 10 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Baiting}} & Enticing offers like free USBs or downloads hiding malware. \tn % Row Count 26 (+ 3) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}--} \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{8.4cm}}{{\bf{Defenses:}} \newline - Verify requests through official channels. \newline - Don't click unknown links, open attachments, or plug in unverified USBs. \newline - Use privacy filters to block shoulder surfing. \newline - Challenge unknown people in restricted areas. \newline - Shred sensitive documents; securely destroy old devices. \newline - Encrypt hard drives/USBs; lock unattended devices. \newline - Be cautious with calls/texts/emails that use urgency or fear.} \tn \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}--} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{8.4cm}{X} \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Multifactor Authentication (MFA)}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{Process of authentication that requires 2+ credentials (e.g., password + code) to keep Stronger identity verification and block unauthorized logins.} \tn % Row Count 3 (+ 3) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-} \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{{\bf{Examples}} \newline 1. Password + SMS code. \newline 2. Password + app-based push notification. \newline 3. Password + biometric (fingerprint/face scan). \newline \newline {\bf{Benefit}} \newline - Protects against stolen passwords. \newline - Required for compliance and cyber insurance.} \tn \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{8.4cm}{x{3.04 cm} x{2.432 cm} x{2.128 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{3}{x{8.4cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Cyber Concerns for MFA}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} Phishing & SIM Swapping & Device Cloning \tn % Row Count 2 (+ 2) % Row 1 \SetRowColor{white} Service Compromising & MFA User Fatigue & \tn % Row Count 4 (+ 2) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}---} \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \mymulticolumn{3}{x{8.4cm}}{MFA isn't foolproof. Skilled attackers use social engineering to target employees, steal credentials, and launch MFA fatigue attacks.} \tn \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}---} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{8.4cm}{X} \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Virtual Private Network (VPN)}} \tn \SetRowColor{white} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{A VPN encrypts internet connections for secure data transmission, preventing unauthorized access. Organizations use VPNs for safe remote access, even on untrusted networks like public Wi-Fi.% Row Count 4 (+ 4) } \tn \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{8.4cm}{x{3.52 cm} x{4.48 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{8.4cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Benefits of VPNs}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} Encryption and Privacy & VPNs encrypt connections to protect data, creating a secure tunnel for safe sending and receiving of data. \tn % Row Count 5 (+ 5) % Row 1 \SetRowColor{white} Access to restricted content & VPNs allow employees to securely access an organization's network remotely from approved locations. \tn % Row Count 10 (+ 5) % Row 2 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} Protection against cyber threats & VPNs encrypt data to prevent eavesdropping and block cyber threats. \tn % Row Count 14 (+ 4) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}--} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{8.4cm}{x{2.8 cm} x{5.2 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{8.4cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Public Wi-Fi Risks}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \seqsplit{Snooping/Eavesdropping} & Others can view your activity. \tn % Row Count 2 (+ 2) % Row 1 \SetRowColor{white} \seqsplit{Phishing/Malware} & Attackers on the same network may send malware \tn % Row Count 4 (+ 2) % Row 2 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} Rogue Access Point & Fake Wi-Fi set up to steal info. \tn % Row Count 6 (+ 2) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}--} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{8.4cm}{X} \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Organization Approved Softwares}} \tn \SetRowColor{white} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{{\bf{Software that are vetted, patched, and supported by IT}} \newline % Row Count 2 (+ 2) {\bf{Why use only approved?}} \newline % Row Count 3 (+ 1) {\emph{ Regular updates, reduced vulnerabilities.}} \newline % Row Count 4 (+ 1) {\emph{ Protects sensitive data (encryption, access controls)}} \newline % Row Count 6 (+ 2) {\emph{Ensures compliance (HIPAA, GDPR, etc.)}} \newline % Row Count 7 (+ 1) {\emph{Avoids crashes and compatibility issues.}} \newline % Row Count 8 (+ 1) {\emph{Prevents malware from untrusted apps.}} \newline % Row Count 9 (+ 1) {\emph{IT can provide support.}}% Row Count 10 (+ 1) } \tn \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-} \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{8.4cm}}{{\bf{Best Practices}} \newline - Verify with IT before installing. \newline - Report unauthorized software immediately. \newline - Review policies regularly.} \tn \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{8.4cm}{x{4.96 cm} x{3.04 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{8.4cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Cybersecurity Concerns of BYOD}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} System and data Security & Legal and compliance \tn % Row Count 2 (+ 2) % Row 1 \SetRowColor{white} Mixing of personal and professional life & Device compatibility \tn % Row Count 4 (+ 2) % Row 2 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} Old Software & Lack of security controls \tn % Row Count 6 (+ 2) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}--} \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{8.4cm}}{{\bf{Best Practices:}} \newline - Always check your agency's BYOD policy. \newline - Encrypt personal devices (especially laptops/phones). \newline - Keep OS/software updated and patched. \newline - Separate work and personal data. \newline - Participate in cybersecurity awareness training.} \tn \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}--} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} % That's all folks \end{multicols*} \end{document}