Department Hosts Seminar on Cyber Extortion

The Department of Electrical Engineering, in collaboration with the Center for Continuing Education and the National Security Advisory, organized an awareness seminar on cyber extortion. The seminar, held on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, in the Tigris Hall at the department, addressed topics including psychological messaging, social engineering, and cybersecurity.

Focus on Student Protection

The seminar highlighted effective strategies to shield students from cyber extortion threats via social media platforms and smartphones. Practical approaches to combating cyber extortion cases were also discussed, providing attendees with tools to recognize and respond to such threats.

Distinguished Attendance

The event was attended by the Director of the Center for Continuing Education, along with assistant directors, heads of scientific branches, and a large gathering of faculty, staff, and students from the department.

The seminar underscored the importance of cybersecurity awareness in safeguarding personal and academic environments, drawing commendations for its timely and impactful content.