Security, Privacy & Ethics in Digital Era


EOI: 10.11242/viva-tech.01.08.066

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Citation

Hemangi Tandel, Rudraksh Zodage , "Security, Privacy & Ethics in Digital Era", VIVA-IJRI Volume 1, Issue 8, Article 1, pp. 1-8, 2025. Published by MCA Department, VIVA Institute of Technology, Virar, India.

Abstract

"The rapid growth of digital technologies has transformed the way we live, work, and interact, but has also raised significant concerns about security, privacy, and ethics. As we increasingly rely on digital systems, we are vulnerable to various types of threats, including phishing, ransomware, malware, social engineering, cyberstalking, online harassment, and identity theft. Furthermore, the rise of advanced persistent threats (APTs), zero-day exploits, and IoT-based attacks has exacerbated these concerns, posing significant risks to individual autonomy, privacy, and human rights. Additionally, the proliferation of fake news, deepfakes, and disinformation campaigns has created new challenges for online trust and credibility. To address these concerns, it is essential to develop and implement robust security measures, ensure transparency and accountability in data collection and use, and promote digital literacy and critical thinking, while establishing clear ethical guidelines and regulations that prioritize human values and well-being, balancing the benefits of technology with the need to protect individual rights, promote social justice, and ensure human well-being. Ultimately, this requires a multidisciplinary approach that involves policymakers, industry leaders, civil society organizations, and individual citizens working together to create a secure, private, and ethical digital future.

Keywords

Cybersecurity, Data Protection, Digital Ethics, Online Privacy, Surveillance Capitalism, Trust Management, Malware, Social Engineering.

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