Cyberattacks on information infrastructure are one of the most significant and constantly growing threats to global security today. Against the backdrop of universal digitalization, this problem is evolving, facilitated by the widespread use of artificial intelligence. Vladimir Yurgievich, Aide to the President of the Republic of Belarus - Inspector for the Vitebsk Region, emphasized this at a meeting with the staff of the Vitebsk branch of Belarusian Railways as part of the Unified Information Day.

The issue of cyber threats is highly relevant for our country. According to the results of a study conducted last year, Belarus ranks third in the CIS countries most frequently subjected to cyberattacks.

– Every fifth attack in our country targets the public sector, followed by the industrial sector, and then the financial sector, – noted Vladimir Yurgievich.

Moreover, every second cyberattack leads to the leakage of confidential data. More than half of the stolen information consists of personal data and trade secrets.

In Belarus, the fight against cyber threats is being conducted in several directions. A comprehensive, multi-level mechanism for countering cyberattacks on government bodies and organizations, and critical information infrastructure is being implemented through the Presidential Decree "On Cybersecurity." A National Center for Cybersecurity and Incident Response has been established. International cooperation in this area is being developed. Other measures are also being taken.

– At the same time, for personal data protection to be truly effective, joint efforts are needed – not only from the state but also from citizens, – the Presidential Aide emphasized. – It requires raising the literacy of the population and adherence to basic digital hygiene rules.

The topic of digital hygiene is of particular relevance to the younger generation. An immature psyche, susceptibility to suggestion and manipulation make children easy prey for attackers.

– Children's online safety is not just about prohibitions, but about creating a secure environment and teaching proper behavior, – the speaker stressed. – It is necessary to build trusting relationships with children in the family. Children should not seek understanding from strangers online, but be confident that they can tell their parents about any strange or unpleasant situation without fear of punishment.

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