Build a Cyber Attack Simulation and Awareness Portal

Many cybersecurity breaches happen due to human error — clicking on phishing links, using weak passwords, or falling for social engineering scams. Most people are unaware of what real cyber threats look like until it’s too late. Simulated attack portals can prepare them better.

Build a web-based platform where users encounter realistic, simulated cyber attacks — phishing emails, fake login pages, weak password brute-forcing, and malware warnings. Each simulation teaches users what went wrong and how to protect themselves next time through instant feedback and learning modules.

Users log in to the portal, choose a simulation type (phishing test, fake login trap, password breach, etc.). They interact naturally with simulated emails, websites, or popups. Based on their reactions, the system scores them and provides immediate cybersecurity lessons for improvement.

• Users sign up and select a training module (email phishing, credential stuffing, social engineering, malware warning handling, etc.).
• Simulated cyber attacks are launched during their browsing session, mimicking real-world threats.
• User responses (clicking links, entering data) are tracked and analyzed.
• Instant feedback is provided post-simulation, explaining mistakes and prevention tips.
• Gamification (badges, leaderboards) motivates users to improve cybersecurity habits.

• OWASP Top 10 - Most Critical Web Security Risks
• How to Simulate Phishing Attacks for Training
• Gamification Techniques for Cybersecurity Training
• Building Secure Simulated Environments
• FIDO2/WebAuthn for Passwordless Authentication
• Security Awareness Best Practices (SANS Institute)