Don’t let “back to school” become “back to (cyber)bullying”

This article addresses cyberbullying in educational settings as students return to school. While not a traditional cybersecurity threat involving malware or advanced persistent threats, cyberbullying represents a significant social engineering risk in digital-centric environments. The article emphasizes that cyberbullying is prevalent and provides guidance on mitigation strategies for parents, educators, and students. Key recommendations include digital literacy education, monitoring online activities, establishing clear communication channels, and promoting awareness of reporting mechanisms. The threat primarily targets individuals rather than enterprise systems, requiring a different defensive approach focused on awareness and policy rather than technical security controls.

Cyberbullying is a fact of life in our digital-centric society, but there are ways to push back

This article addresses cyberbullying in educational settings as students return to school. While not a traditional cybersecurity threat involving malware or advanced persistent threats, cyberbullying represents a significant social engineering risk in digital-centric environments. The article emphasizes that cyberbullying is prevalent and provides guidance on mitigation strategies for parents, educators, and students. Key recommendations include digital literacy education, monitoring online activities, establishing clear communication channels, and promoting awareness of reporting mechanisms. The threat primarily targets individuals rather than enterprise systems, requiring a different defensive approach focused on awareness and policy rather than technical security controls. Cyberbullying is a fact of life in our digital-centric society, but there are ways to push back Cyberbullying is a fact of life in our digital-centric society, but there are ways to push back