Protection against cyber crime: Experts provide information in Horn

Von WOM

i n an informative session at Cyber-Hak Horn have presented experts on protection against cyber crime. Particularly alarming is the increase in attempts to fraud that are specifically directed against older people. These are often contacted by telephone or via messages from platforms such as SMS and WhatsApp, which brings them into a vulnerable position.

The event, in which important actors such as Michael Jäger from the police, Peter Hofbauer, director of the Cyber-Hak Horn, and Karl Popp from the Lower Austrian Senior Association took part, offered valuable information for the citizens. Experts pointed out the different forms of cyber crime that occur in today's networked world. During the presentation, various strategies were discussed that should enable people to prepare themselves better and not become victims of fraudsters.

The dangers of modern communication

In the digital world, the risks are diverse. Fraudsters often take advantage of the uncertainty and ignorance of their victims. They appear in the form of fake calls, text messages or on social media. A central theme of the lecture was to clarify the most common stitches that are unknown to many people. according to information from www.noen.at are possibly particularly at risk of experience with have digital threats.

The experts emphasized the importance of caution and distrust when it comes to unexpected contacts. They advised the participants to always get a second opinion for suspects or messages and, if in doubt, either ask directly at the alleged institution or to contact the police.

common approach to cyber crime

The initiative to raise awareness of cyber crime is part of a greater commitment to clarify society about the dangers on the Internet. The cooperation between different organizations and experts shows how important it is to promote a strong community that opposes such threats. Michael Jäger emphasized that the police play a supportive role in this process and provide their resources to make such information easily accessible.

The event was not only a source of information, but also a platform for the exchange of experiences. Participants had the opportunity to share their own stories and thus raise awareness of the dangers. An open dialogue between experts and the community is crucial to develop solutions together and help those affected.

fraud on the Internet is a serious topic, the extent of which are often not recognized. The attentive citizens who regularly participate in such lectures can play a crucial role in the fight against cyber crime. Cyber-Hak Horn will offer further events in the future to further deepen this important topic and to promote the exchange of information.

For a deeper analysis of this phenomenon, Insight. It remains to be hoped that such educational measures will bear fruit and that more people will be informed about the risks of the digital world.