Awareness of Sri Lankan internet users on web browsing related threats and vulnerabilities

Awareness of Sri Lankan internet users on web browsing related threats and vulnerabilities

This research work presents new trends in cyber threats, and it also quantifies user awareness of web threats and attacks. Using an online questionnaire information for the analysis of whether individuals had adequate knowledge of internet threats and attacks in order to safeguard themselves was obt...

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Published in:2016 IEEE International Conference on Information and Automation for Sustainability (ICIAfS) pp. 1 - 6
Main Authors: Ilangakoon, Sriendra Deshan, Anuradha Jayakody, J.A.D.C.
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Published: IEEE 01-12-2016
Subjects:
Awareness
Information security
Internet
Malicious Attacker
Mobile communication
Privacy
Training
Web Vulnerability
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Summary:This research work presents new trends in cyber threats, and it also quantifies user awareness of web threats and attacks. Using an online questionnaire information for the analysis of whether individuals had adequate knowledge of internet threats and attacks in order to safeguard themselves was obtained. The survey showed that many users lack an adequate understanding of what to do and what not to do in order to remain safe on the internet. Therefore, it is crucial that training and awareness be given to all individuals, especially at a young age.
ISSN:2151-1810
DOI:10.1109/ICIAFS.2016.7946547