With its new course, MasterClass reframes cybersecurity as a must-have skill for consumers
MasterClass has launched a cybersecurity course that reframes digital threats as a personal responsibility rather than an abstract problem for IT departments.
Led by Chris Krebs, Paul M. Nakasone and Nicole Perlroth, the class unpacks how artificial intelligence is accelerating attacks and creating vulnerabilities in everyday devices — from baby monitors to Wi-Fi routers. The instruction cuts through alarmist narratives about hacking to deliver concrete tactics: verifying payment details through trusted channels, establishing family code words to counter deepfakes and maintaining unique passwords for each account.
The course draws on case studies ranging from ransomware attacks on hospitals to Russian operations that shut down pipelines, illustrating how invisible digital battles play out and what ordinary people can do to defend themselves. Rather than requiring technical expertise, the instruction focuses on developing the mindset of cyber defenders through simple daily habits. Members learn to spot red flags in phishing emails, limit their digital footprint to prevent voice replication and secure household devices that could serve as entry points for attackers.
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As cyber threats become more sophisticated and AI-powered, the line between national security and personal security is blurring. Consumers increasingly recognize that protection isn't just about antivirus software; it's about cultivating awareness and adopting defensive habits in daily life. People will soon expect companies in every sector to help them feel digitally safe, as naturally as they expect seatbelts in cars or SPF in skincare.
Brands that demystify complex threats and equip people with actionable defenses — rather than inducing paralysis through fear — can build trust while addressing a pressing need. What could your organization do to help people develop the practical skills required to navigate an increasingly hostile digital landscape?
