THE DIGITAL AGE

DANGERS AND HOW TO PREVENT THEM

INTRODUCTION:

The digital age is a double-sided sword:

• convenience
• cybercrime

Convenienc Cybercrime
e
TYPES OF CYBERCRIME:

• Hacking
• Identity theft
• Phishing
• Ransomware attacks
CONSEQUENCES OF CYBERCRIME:

INDIVIDUALS ORGANIZATIONS

• bank accounts emptied • substantial financial losses

• personal information exposed • damaged reputations
• reputations tarnished • legal repercussions
PREVENTION:
• It starts with education and awareness:
be vigilant
use strong passwords
Employ robust security measures: firewalls and antivirus software
STOPPING THE HACKER:

Key strategies:
• Use robust and advanced cybersecurity tools:
firewalls, intrusion detection systems and
encryption
• Recognize phishing attempts
• Avoid suspicious websites
• Use unique passwords.
• Keep software up-to-date
• Investigate
 GLOBAL COLLABORATION:

• Cybersecurity experts worldwide must

collaborate to trace, apprehend, and
prosecute cybercriminals.

• Sharing threat intelligence helps in

identifying emerging threats and mitigating
their impact.
BALANCING
SECURITY AND
PRIVACY
• Data encryption
• Access controls
• Regular updates and Patching
BALANCING
SECURITY AND
PRIVACY
• Data minimization
• Transparency
• Legal framework
 CONCLUSION:
• In the digital era it is essential to achieve harmony between security and privacy. A thoughtful
approach that respects both the benefits of technology and the need for authentic human
engagement will lead to a more fulfilling and resilient digital future.
 THE DIGITAL
AGE
Work done by the participants of caravela
organization for european citizenship:
-Joaquim Figueiredo
-Lucas Aparício
-Mariana Costa
-Sara Silva
-Teresinha Teixeira
-Tiago Seixas