05 September, 2024

On 5th September, Vishwakarma College organized a one-day Cyber Security Workshop to raise awareness and provide practical knowledge about the current trends and best practices in the field of cybersecurity. The event was attended by students from various departments, faculty members, and invited cybersecurity professionals.

Key Features: 

• Organizing Department: information technology in collaboration with student IEI section
• Expert Details: Mr.Pratik Luhana , Mr.Prashant Bhavsar
• Date: 5th September 2024 (11:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
• Venue: L-103, VGEC
• No. of Participants:  65
• Faculty Coordinators: Prof. Om Mehta & Prof.Manmitsinh Zala
• Student Coordinator: Dhruvil Jethva, Krish modi , Kamal Majethiya & Nazneen Patel

Learning Lessons/Discussion Points:

• Importance of Cybersecurity: Growing reliance on digital platforms increases vulnerability to cyber threats, with examples of high-profile attacks.
• Cyber Threats: Covered phishing, malware, ransomware, social engineering, and man-in-the-middle attacks.
• Best Practices: Strong passwords, two-factor authentication, regular updates, data encryption, and regular backups for data protection.
• Real-Time Hacking Demos: Live demonstrations on phishing, malware infections, and network compromises, emphasizing vigilance.
• Cybersecurity Tools: Introduced tools like antivirus software, Wireshark, Metasploit, and firewalls for network defense.
• Cybersecurity Laws: Overview of regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 for data protection and compliance.
• Ethical Hacking & Careers: Discussed careers in ethical hacking, certifications (CEH, CISSP), and the role of cybersecurity in various industries.
• Q&A: Attendees raised questions on protecting personal data, the evolving threat landscape, and future cybersecurity trends.
• Takeaways: Emphasized proactive cybersecurity, continuous learning, and the shared responsibility of all digital users.