November 30th, every year, is observed as the 'National Computer security Day' , ostensibly to enhance the awareness of the netizens about computer security and to reduce the cyber victims. I have participated in such days for many years, mainly representing Cyber Society of India (www.cysi.in) and the response is always encouraging.
This year I wanted to try out something different. I have been getting periodical alerts about the cyber security related incidents across the country for over a year. I chose to identify some recent incidents reported and invite interested people to sensitize them over the happenings, on my own.
Accordingly, I sent a note across to my contacts inviting them for a free online discussion session on 'Cyber Traps around Us' on the 30th November, 2023 and the response was very encouraging.
Amongst the 30+ people registered for the occasion, majority were senior citizens and there was a liberal mix of General Managers from Banks, Senior Bankers, Chartered Accountant, Retd Addl Supdt of Police, General Manager from L&T, Teachers from Mylapore school, Home makers and students.
The two hour long session over Google meet was well received as we took some incidents as Case study and discussed as to how the trap was laid, how the victim could have avoided being trapped and more importantly on what are the preventive measures one could take to avoid getting victimized, going forward.
It was gratifying to receive wonderful feedback from the attendees and the words from the Secretary, Cyber Society of India and other senior professionals were icing on the cake for the evening efforts.
I wish more and more NGOs organize such sessions and sensitize people to the lurking dangers which could minimize cybercrime victims.
Feedback from the participants of the event can be read at : www.kapaleeswaran.com
Be alert and stay safe !!
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