r/Cybersecurity101 is a subreddit with 59k members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and solution requests, and the community frequently discusses cybersecurity, security, learning, ai, and training.
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
: "Hey guys, does this diagram align with the Purdue Model? Would love to get some insight from an OT cyber sec perspective"
39 posts
#2
Solution Requests
: "What computer is best for a future college cybersecurity student?"
9 posts
#3
Ideas
: "I built a SOC Analyst home lab roadmap to become job-ready — what would you add or remove?"
2 posts
#4
Pain & Anger
: "HELP ME -__-"
1 post
Popular Topics in r/Cybersecurity101
#1
Cybersecurity
: "Types Of Cybersecurity Attacks."
140 posts
#2
Security
: "My employees are still failing phishing tests after a year of Security awareness training"
23 posts
#3
Learning
: "Learning project: replayable LLM/agent red-team evidence"
14 posts
#4
Ai
: "Intelligence agencies warn Ai models could launch crippling cyberattacks in months"
12 posts
#5
Training
: "Looking for phishing awareness Training for a small team, what actually works?"
11 posts
#6
Advice
: "Advice on Software"
7 posts
#7
Networking
: "I need advice for Networking"
5 posts
#8
Guidance
: "Need Some Guidance For New User"
5 posts
#9
Cyber Security
: "Cyber Security articles recommending password managers"
4 posts
#10
Beginners
: "Beginners guide to Google Dorks by Heisenberg"
4 posts
Flair Used in r/Cybersecurity101
#1
Security
: "Types Of CyberSecurity Attacks."
33 posts
#2
Privacy
: "Necessary to Cover Macbook Camera?"
3 posts
#3
Mobile / Personal Device
: "Specifications for Cybersecurity"
3 posts
#4
Online Service
: "An automatic Gmail feature may allow access to users’ email data"
3 posts
#5
Home Network
: "Learning project: replayable LLM/agent red-team evidence"
3 posts
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+38k members(189.5%)
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Last updated: June 30, 2026