FLO Vadodara, under the leadership of Chairperson Ms. Shivani P. Patel, organized a cybersecurity awareness session for students of Nutan Vidyalaya. The session was conducted by Mr. Mayur Bhusavalkar, and with his expertise, he guided the students on essential aspects of cybersecurity, digital hygiene, and safe online practices. This was the second session held on the same day for another batch of students studying in the 9th and 10th std of Nutan Vidyalaya.
Key Highlights of the Session:
- Introduction to Cybersecurity: A brief history since the 1930s and its growing relevance in today’s digital era.
- Safe Browsing & IP Protection: Risks of clicking unknown links and how compromised IP addresses can be misused.
- Leaked Data Awareness: Demonstration of haveibeenpwned.com to check compromised accounts.
- Safe Browsing Practices: Use of the Mobile Kavach 2 app, and opening suspicious links only in Chrome’s Incognito Mode.
- Password Safety:
o Creation of strong passwords (10–15 characters with symbols, numbers, and capitals).
o Avoiding personal details like names or birthdays.
o Importance of password managers and generators.
- WhatsApp & Profile Security: Updates to prevent misuse, avoid long-term display pictures, and refrain from sharing personal information in bios.
- Social Media Caution: Risks of misleading content and how international checks, such as U.S. visa applications, may include Instagram profiles.
- OSINT Awareness: Introduction to tools like Khoj that track personal details.
- Hidden Threats: Identifying hidden cameras and risks of financial fraud through phone misuse.
- Video Call Safety: Advising students not to reveal their faces first during video calls.
The session was highly interactive, with around 225 students actively engaging in discussions and demonstrations. It successfully empowered young minds with practical knowledge to stay safe in the digital world.