Don’t Get Hooked By Cyber Crooks!

FICCI FLO Bangalore recently hosted an eye-opening workshop for 85 women. this event was led by

Dr. Dr. Pronab Mohanty, DGP (Police Computers and Cyber Crimes),CISO, Karnataka State Police & Dr. Shubhamangala Sunil, Cyber Security Expert/VCISO/ Certified
Anti-Terrorism Specialist/ Cyber Security Auditor/Cyber on the growing threats of cyber crime and how to stay protected.

Here are the key takeaways:

Cyber Insurance & Accounts:

– Get cyber insurance to cover potential losses.
– Use separate bank accounts for online transactions.

Protect Yourself:

– Use RFID card holders and avoid public chargers to prevent juice jacking.
– Lock your devices and consult cybersecurity experts when in doubt.

Avoid Scams:

– Beware of phishing emails, investment frauds, and cryptocurrency scams.
– QR codes are for sending money out, not receiving it.

Stay Informed:

– Understand serious cyber crimes like cyberstalking and identity fraud.
– Regularly check for unauthorized loans and be cautious of small, unnoticed transactions (salami attacks).

Smart Practices:

– Avoid social engineering traps and never share OTPs.
– Directly access financial websites by typing the URL, not via search engines.

Stay vigilant and think before you click to safeguard yourself from cyber threats!