
Explore cyber law, cybercrime, and cybersecurity implications in the coronavirus age, and learn practical steps to prevent cyber crimes and breaches while staying at home.
Explore how the coronavirus era elevates the internet to a central information hub, shaping a growing cyberspace coronavirus relationship and raising cybersecurity risks for users and stakeholders.
Examine the surge in coronavirus-themed domain registrations, noting more than 4,000 domains in two months, 3% malicious, 5% suspicious, and a 50% higher likelihood of suspicion for coronavirus-related domains.
South Africa updates its cyber legal framework under the Disaster Management Act to deter fake news about the coronavirus, outlining penalties of fines or up to six months' imprisonment.
Kenya arrests a 23-year-old for disseminating fake coronavirus news, to be tried under the Computer Misuse and Cyber Crimes Act of 2018, demonstrating how cyber law frameworks prosecute violators.
Authorities in India arrest individuals for disseminating fake coronavirus news. They cite the Epidemic Act and the IPC to curb panic and misinformation.
CYBERLAW, CYBERCRIME & CYBER SECURITY IN THE CORONAVIRUS AGE: This course by Dr. Pavan Duggal offers students a comprehensive introduction to the critical dimensions of Cyberlaw, Cybercrime, and Cybersecurity areas that have grown increasingly urgent in the wake of the global coronavirus pandemic and its lasting impact on how we live, work, and connect online.
As dependence on the internet continues to deepen across every sector of society, understanding the evolving threats and legal complexities of cyberspace is no longer optional it is essential. The pandemic has accelerated digital adoption at an unprecedented pace, bringing with it a new wave of cyber risks, legal grey areas, and security vulnerabilities that affect individuals, businesses, and governments alike.
By exploring the legal, criminal, and security implications that have emerged during this digital surge, students will be equipped with the knowledge and awareness needed to navigate the modern cyber landscape with confidence. Through real-world case studies, emerging legal frameworks, and practical cybersecurity strategies, this course bridges the gap between theory and practice. Ultimately, this course empowers all stakeholders from everyday internet users to organizational leaders to proactively protect themselves, make informed decisions, and avoid falling victim to cybercrime or security breaches in an increasingly connected world.