New Delhi, Jan 27: Artificial intelligence-based apps, online gaming and smart homes can all increase the risk of cyber-attacks among children, according to a report on Saturday.
A report from global cybersecurity company Kaspersky says children are likely to use AI tools that are currently not prepared to provide the necessary level of cybersecurity or age-appropriate content. Pointed out.
This includes things like apps where you upload a photo and receive a revised version. However, when children upload their images to such applications, they do not know in which database their photos will end up or whether they will be used further.
AI apps, especially chatbots, also provide age-inappropriate content upon request.
The report also urges parents to be aware of the increasing number of attacks by malicious actors against young online gamers. They often effectively build trust by luring children with gifts and promises of friendship.
They then obtain your personal information by inviting you to click on a phishing link. This can also result in malicious files disguised as Minecraft or Fortnite game mods being downloaded or groomed onto your device.
Additionally, children are also at risk of fraud from the fintech industry, as more banks offer products and services specifically aimed at children, such as bank cards designed for children as young as 12 years old. .
One of the most common examples is the promise of a free PlayStation 5 or other valuable assets if you enter your card details on a phishing site.
Smart home devices also pose a threat to children. Cybercriminals can contact children through their devices and request sensitive information such as name, address, time, and even the parent’s credit card number when the parent is not home.
“In such a scenario, there is a risk not only of device hacking, but also financial data loss and even physical attacks,” the report said.
Children tend to demand their own personal space, so parents must learn skills to discuss their children’s online experiences and the importance of parenting digital apps to ensure online safety while respecting personal space. It doesn’t have to be. This includes setting clear boundaries and expectations and discussing the reasons for using the app with your child, the report said.
“As you can see, many of the trends happening in society are also impacting children, making them potential targets for attackers. popularity, and the expansion of the gaming and fintech industry worlds,” Kaspersky security and privacy expert Andrei Sidenko said in a statement.