Social media and account compromise workshop

At the end of the session, students should: -

• Understand the evolution of mobile phones and how advancements in technology have increased exposure to cyber risks
• Recognise social engineering techniques and how they are used to manipulate individuals into revealing information
• Explore social media use and privacy settings to improve control over personal information
• Understand what data breaches are and how they can impact individuals
• Understand the value of personal data to cyber criminals and why it is targeted
• Recognise phishing methods and develop skills to identify suspicious communications
• Understand brute force attacks and how weak passwords can be exploited
• Be able to apply six key steps to protect themselves and maintain online security

This one-hour workshop, delivered by Lincolnshire Police’s cybercrime team, explores the risks linked to social media account breaches and gives students practical guidance on staying safe online. It provides up-to-date advice on cyber protection, helping pupils learn how to secure their accounts and reduce the risk of becoming victims of cybercrime. A PowerPoint display with audio capability, along with a suitable room or hall, is required for delivery.

This presentation is available to all secondary and college-aged students across Lincolnshire and can be delivered to small classroom groups or larger year groups in an assembly setting.

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