Cyber Crime awareness programme held at GCOE

Srinagar, Oct 17: An awareness programme on cyber threats, focusing on cybercrime and cybersecurity, was organised today by the NSS Unit of Government College of Education (GCOE) at MA Road, Srinagar.

The event featured Mohd Yaseen Kichloo (IPS), Senior Superintendent of Police at the Cyber Crime Investigation Centre for Excellence, Jammu and Kashmir, as the guest speaker. He was accompanied by Faisal Ahmad, Station House Officer of the Crime Branch, Srinagar.

The program aimed to educate students about the various forms of cyber threats and the importance of cybersecurity in today's digital age. Attendees engaged in discussions about prevention strategies and the significance of reporting cybercrime incidents. This initiative reflects the college's commitment to raising awareness about critical issues affecting the community and empowering students with knowledge to navigate the digital landscape safely.

SSP Kichloo delivered an enlightening presentation that covered a wide array of cyber threats and crimes, including hacking and cracking techniques, phishing and its various forms, whisking and pharming attacks, email bombing and its implications, the intricacies of salami attacks, steganography and its uses in cybercrime, skimming and its impact on financial security, vishing (voice phishing) tactics, and the dangers of pornography in the digital space. The guest speaker also highlighted essential preventive measures for each of these cyber threats, equipping students with practical strategies to protect their digital presence effectively.

The awareness program was skillfully moderated by Professor Lateef, ensuring a smooth flow of information and engaging dialogue between the speakers and the audience. Dr. Nazir Ahmad Bhat delivered a warm welcome address that set the tone for the importance of the day's topic.

Students and faculty actively participated in the session, asking pertinent questions and sharing their concerns about cybersecurity. The program's interactive nature fostered a deeper understanding of the subject matter.

Professor Abdul Gani Kumar delivered the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the esteemed guests for their valuable time and insights. He also thanked the NSS Units for organizing such an important event in today’s digital world.