The Indian School observed National Cyber Security Awareness Month by organising a comprehensive cyber security workshop on 4 October 2024 for classes XI and XII. The workshop, led by resource persons from KPMG, India, Mr Anmol Nayyar, manager of the Cyber Defence and Incident Response (CDIR) team, Ms Twinkle Mulchandani, member of the CDIR team and Mr Shubham Gupta, consultant at Cyber Assurance Practice, focused on essential strategies for maintaining online safety in an increasingly digital world, covering key topics to raise awareness about digital security.
The prestigious team was accorded a warm welcome by Vice Principal, Dr Anu Singh and Head Teacher-Primary, Ms Vandana Tewari, who presented potted plants from the School nursery to the guests, as a token of our appreciation.
Mr Shubham Gupta commenced the session by emphasising the importance of using strong, unique passwords and cautioning against oversharing personal email addresses, which can lead to phishing attacks. He also stressed the use of complex passwords incorporating a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, symbols, and numbers. Enabling multi-factor authentication (MFA) was also recommended as an effective way to add an extra layer of security to accounts.
He further delved into the various aspects of online behaviour, including email security, where participants were advised not to share their email addresses or reuse passwords across different platforms. He urged the young users to avoid using free, unsecured Wi-Fi to prevent data breaches. He highlighted the dangers of spreading rumours on social media, encouraging verification before sharing information and using ".com" domains and secure "HTTPS" websites for safe browsing.
The second speaker, Ms Mulchandani focused on the need for caution when navigating the internet. The young audience was advised to visit only secure websites and to remain wary of fake news and untrustworthy sources. The risks associated with cyber bullying and online grooming were also addressed, with an emphasis on the importance of reporting incidents of such behaviour.
The eloquent speaker also discussed key cyber threats such as ransomware and Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, explaining how these threats can disrupt systems. The emotional impact of cyberbullying was also addressed, promoting responsible online behaviour.
The concluding speaker, Mr Anmol Nayyar discussed the risks of AI in enabling sophisticated cyberattacks. He also explained how deep fakes can pose significant threats across various areas, primarily due to their ability to manipulate or fabricate audio, video, and images in highly realistic ways. He named various career opportunities in the field of cyber security.
At the end of the session, Mr Nayyar invited queries from the young audience. Students asked questions to gain deeper insights into the topic demonstrating their eagerness to learn and apply the workshop’s key takeaways. The erudite speaker fielded questions like, “What preventive measures must be taken while using a mobile device? How can senior citizens be guided against different kinds of scams?”, with panache.
Overall, the workshop provided valuable insights into cyber safety, equipping students with essential tools to navigate the digital world securely and empowering them to make responsible online decisions.
The invigorating session aligned with broader efforts to promote a "Happy and Safe Internet for All", encouraging responsible online behaviour among youth in an increasingly interconnected world.
Saurya Thenua (XII-A) and Adya Ojasvini (XI-A).
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