What should an MLA do when a fake post goes viral? UP workshop has answers
Uttar Pradesh legislators attended a workshop to learn about cybersecurity and how to handle fraudulent posts and calls, especially around election season. Officials advised them not to react hastily to negative or objectionable content on social media but instead to block it immediately. The workshop covered various threats, such as phone tracing, WhatsApp hacking, deepfake technology, and online financial fraud.
Participants were given practical advice, including setting up two-factor authentication for their social media accounts and regularly checking for suspicious apps and profiles. MLAs shared their own experiences with fake calls and cyber fraud, highlighting the need for vigilance and strong passwords. The workshop emphasized the importance of protecting legislators' digital identities and maintaining their public image, as public representatives' online personas can also become targets for cybercriminals.
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