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2. Prevents financial loss: Cybercriminals often try to:

Steal money through fake links Trick people with phishing emails
Hack bank accounts

Strong cybersecurity helps prevent financial fraud and keeps online transactions safe.

3. Ensures safe online communication: We send messages, attend classes, and share files
online. Cybersecurity ensures:
Chats are private Online classes are safe

No one can spy on communication

4. Supports safe online learning and working: Cybersecurity makes sure that:
Online meeting links are safe Homework files are not infected

School or office accounts are secure

5. Protects social media accounts: Hackers try to break into accounts to steal photos, post
harmful content, or bully others. Cybersecurity practices like strong passwords, two-factor
authentication, and privacy settings help protect social media accounts.

6. Keeps devices safe from viruses: Viruses, malware, and ransomware can:

Slow down devices Delete important files
Lock the system until payment is made

Cybersecurity tools like antivirus software help protect against these threats.

7. Builds a safe digital society: When everyone follows cyber safe habits:
Online spaces become safer Cyber crimes reduce

People become more confident using technology

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WHAT WENT WRONG? Century #Critical Thinking
Skills

Read the following short story carefully:
“Karan received a message saying that his account would be blocked. The message contained a link
asking him to ‘verify his identity’. Without checking the source, Karan immediately typed his username
and password on the website. The next day, he discovered that his social media account has been hacked,
and unwanted messages were sent to all his friends.”

After reading, answer the following questions:
1. What mistakes did Karan make?
2. Which cybersecurity rule applies?

3. What should he have done?

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