r/Cybersecurity101 is a subreddit with 66k members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and solution requests, and the community frequently discusses cybersecurity, beginners, learning, security, and ai.
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
: "Best free resources to learn Networking, OS, Linux, Windows, Databases & Programming?"
26 posts
#2
Solution Requests
: "Any Faraday pouch / bag recommendation?"
2 posts
Popular Topics in r/Cybersecurity101
#1
Cybersecurity
: "What Cybersecurity skill is hardest to learn as a beginner?"
36 posts
#2
Beginners
: "Why do so many Beginners overlook the CIA Triad?"
6 posts
#3
Learning
: "Where do you actually start if you want to learn hacking/cybersecurity?"
5 posts
#4
Security
: "What's actually working for Security awareness and phishing sims at enterprise scale in 2026?"
5 posts
#5
Ai
: "TAiwan says it was hit by ‘abnormal’ Ai-assisted cyber-attack. TAiwan’s statement comes a day after reports that suspected China-linked hackers had carried out a first-of-a-kind breach"
5 posts
#6
Career
: "How can I start a Career in Cybersecurity from a Commerce background?"
3 posts
#7
Start
: "Where do you actually Start if you want to learn hacking/cybersecurity?"
3 posts
#8
Free
3 posts
#9
Soc
2 posts
#10
Agentic
2 posts
Flair Used in r/Cybersecurity101
#1
Security
: "A tip to get your foot in the door EASILY. You are welcome. :)"
17 posts
#2
Online Service
: "How good is this Cert?"
6 posts
#3
Mobile / Personal Device
: "Cyber security roadmap"
4 posts
#4
Home Network
: "Any one have good projects in Cybersecurity"
3 posts
#5
Privacy
: "Do data broker removal services actually stick?"
2 posts
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+45k members(217.3%)
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Last updated: September 5, 2026