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DIGITAL RISKS

Article by Uduak Usoro (I.T Manager)

Common digital risks
1. Phishing
e are living in a digitally connected
Tricking users into revealing sensitive info
world. Internet of Things (IoT)
by posing as a trustworthy entity.
W has made the world much more
Tips: Avoid clicking unknown links; check
connected. Cloud computing is receiving
for grammar mistakes and verify email
more patronage because of its scalability.
addresses.
Artificial intelligence has been widely
embraced because of the efficiency it
2. Malware/Ransomware
has introduced. Blockchain technology
Malicious software that harms devices or
brings together concepts from computing,
demands payment.
communication networks, cryptography
Tips: Avoid suspicious files, update soft-
and artificial intelligence. Social media will
ware, use antivirus tools.
remain with us as long as it is convenient.

3. Cyberbullying
The bottom line is that the digital landscape
Hurtful, threatening or humiliating content
is evolving with challenges associated
online.
with securing data, maintaining privacy
Tips: Be respectful; block/report bullies;
and ensuring system integrity. The way we
seek support if needed.
manage these challenges determines our
level of exposure to digital risks that can
4. Social Engineering
compromise our personal data, security and
Tricking users into giving access via ma-
well-being.
nipulation.
What is digital risk?
Tips: Be cautious with unsolicited requests;
Digital risks refer to the potential threats and
verify identities; protect your data.
vulnerabilities that arise from using digital
tools, platforms and technologies.

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