In a recent awareness campaign, Kolkata Police highlighted the growing need for safe social media usage with a strong message: “It’s better to be cautious than to regret later.” Concerned about the rising incidents of cybercrime, the police shared several essential safety tips through a social media post, aiming to encourage vigilance among users in everyday online activities. From college professors to farmers and IT professionals, people from all walks of life are becoming victims of cyber fraud. In a detailed post, the DCP (Cyber Crime) outlined key preventive measures on the platform X, shared on Kolkata Police’s official handle.
Essential Safety Tips
- Avoid Weak Passwords: Use strong passwords that combine letters, numbers, and symbols (e.g., A@#*2) for enhanced security.
- Enable Two-Factor Authentication: Activate this feature to secure your profiles.
- Monitor Friend List: Regularly review your friend list or followers to keep track of who you’re connected with.
- Keep Devices Updated: Ensure your device and apps are consistently updated.
- Maintain Privacy Settings: Adjust privacy settings to protect your personal information.
- Use Different Passwords for Each Account: Use unique passwords for each account to avoid vulnerabilities.
Practices to Avoid
- Limit Oversharing: Avoid impulsive oversharing on social media.
- Avoid Using Personal Information in Passwords: Don’t use easily guessable information like phone numbers or birth dates as passwords.
- Avoid Clicking Suspicious Links: Never click on links from unknown sources.
- Avoid Using Unsecured Wi-Fi: Stay away from unfamiliar Wi-Fi networks.
- Avoid Sharing Personal Data with Strangers: Don’t share personal details with unknown individuals.
- Avoid Accepting Unknown Friend Requests: Be cautious before accepting friend requests from unfamiliar accounts.
What to Do if You Become a Victim of Cybercrime
In case of cybercrime, Kolkata Police advises filing a report on https://cybercrime.gov.in. Additionally, they recommend creating complex passwords to enhance account security.
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— DCP (Cyber Crime), Kolkata Police (@DCCyberKP) November 8, 2024
Kolkata Police’s Success in Preventing Cybercrime
Kolkata Police has conducted multiple successful operations to combat cyber fraud. In one notable case from August last year, a man mistakenly called a fake helpline number and was scammed by fraudsters who accessed his bank account via a malicious link, stealing a large sum of money. However, thanks to prompt investigation led by officer Priyanka Mondal, Kolkata Police managed to recover ₹92,000.
With the rising tide of cybercrimes, Kolkata Police reiterates the importance of safe and aware social media practices and adhering to security guidelines to stay protected online.
