Using a windows attack intRusion emulator (AWARE) to teach computer security awareness

Abstract

Technology has become a major part of our lives. We are entering an era where almost anyone using a computer must have certain fundamental knowledge on how to protect themselves from attacks while online. In this paper, we describe AWARE, an emulator designed to teach either experienced or casual Windows XP users how to use system-supplied tools to detect potential attacks on their system resources. Our system also has built-in tutorials to help educate the user during their simulated attacks.