r/Cybersecurity101 is a subreddit with 55k members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and solution requests, and the community frequently discusses cybersecurity, security, training, learning, and cyber security.
A community for beginners and enthusiasts to learn the basics of cybersecurity. Ask questions, share tips, discuss best practices, and stay updated with the latest news on staying safe online.
Popular Themes in r/Cybersecurity101
#1
Advice Requests
: "I want to learn linux and hacking"
57 posts
#2
Solution Requests
: "As ATO attacks become more automated and harder to detect, choosing the right solution depends less on feature lists and more on understanding where your organization is most exposed."
10 posts
#3
News
: "Trump administration plans to cut cybersecurity agency’s budget by $700 million"
5 posts
#4
Pain & Anger
: "Starting in cybersecurity with no IT background is difficult"
2 posts
#5
Ideas
: "Project ideas"
2 posts
#6
Self-Promotion
: "I wrote a book about a frustrated IT analyst who gets pulled into the world of organized crime. My book is currently free on Amazon for the next 5 days.
meta/community"
2 posts
Popular Topics in r/Cybersecurity101
#1
Cybersecurity
: "Types Of Cybersecurity Attacks."
206 posts
#2
Security
: "Starting in cyberSecurity with no IT background is difficult"
26 posts
#3
Training
: "Can I get a job after completing cyber security Training without experience?"
23 posts
#4
Learning
: "Learning Cybersecurity"
17 posts
#5
Cyber Security
: "4 relevant Cyber Security certifications that can open up new career possibilities for you"
15 posts
#6
Ai
: "is Ai cyber security the next step after coding?"
13 posts
#7
Beginner
: "Anyone else frustrated that all Beginner advice skips the most important step?"
12 posts
#8
Cyber
: "Starting in Cybersecurity with no IT background is difficult"
11 posts
#9
Privacy
: "FBI's Surveillance Leverage on WhatsApp: A Silent Threat to Civilian Privacy"
10 posts
#10
Certifications
: "Which cybersecurity Certifications are actually worth it?"
8 posts
Flair Used in r/Cybersecurity101
#1
Security
: "Types Of CyberSecurity Attacks."
35 posts
#2
Privacy
: "What are the biggest personal security mistakes people with tech knowledge still make"
5 posts
#3
Online Service
: "I built a practical Linux commands repo based on what I actually use during CTFs and lab machines"
2 posts
#4
Mobile / Personal Device
: "How screwed is my friend now?"
2 posts
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Last updated: June 15, 2026