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Example: In November 2022, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi,
experienced a ransomware-style attack that disrupted digital services across the hospital. Staff
had to revert to manual operations in affected areas. Services were restored from backups.

(Source: https://thecyberexpress.com/aiims-ransomware-attack-vvip-breached/)

Cyberbullying in virtual worlds: The rise of virtual worlds and platforms like the Metaverse,
including online games, can expose children and teens to cyberbullying, inappropriate content
and unsafe interactions.
Example: A report highlighted that players on Roblox, a popular online game, could encounter
explicit messages or unsafe chat rooms, leaving some young users scared or confused. This
shows how virtual platforms, while entertaining, can pose real risks if safety settings are weak.

(Source: https://www.indiatoday.in/sunday-special/story/roblox-and-adolescence-
video-games-bring-devil-into-childs-room-netflix-roblox-fortnite-addiction-know-
more-2700709-2025-03-30)

Digital privacy: The growing collection of personal and sensitive data by companies makes
digital privacy a major challenge. Protecting such data from cyberattacks is critical for
individuals and organisations.

Example: The Indian healthcare sector is among the most targeted industries, accounting for
over 21% of observed cyberattacks. Many attacks threatened patient data privacy, highlighting
the importance of strong cybersecurity measures.
(Source: https://www.seqrite.com/blog/why-healthcare-has-become-the-top-target-for-
cyberattacks-in-india-and-what-we-can-do-about-it/)

Use encrypted communication and secure networks when connecting IoT devices or accessing
important data.

21 st
Century #Media literacy
Skills
Scan the QR code or watch the following video on Deepfake Technology: Biggest
Cybersecurity Threat at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PpqGFHdVoUo
Answer the following questions:
What technologies are primarily used to create deepfakes?

Why are deepfakes becoming more dangerous in the modern digital world?

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