Abstract

AsIndiarapidlyadvancesinitsdigitaltransformation, maintaining strong cybersecurity mea sures and implementing AI responsibly have become top priorities. The increasing reliance on digital public infrastructure, cloud computing, and AI-driven governance has exposed the country to significant risks, including cyberthreats and data breaches. While policy measures such as Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023, forensic analysis of electronic evidence, and initiatives like Cyber Surakshit Bharat have enhanced digital security, chal lenges persist.To protect India’s growing digital landscape, it is essential to strengthen cy bersecurity frameworks, address AI-related risks, ensure strict regulatory compliance and enhance cybersecutity vigilance amongst the end users. This paper gauges the vulnerabilities of end users and their vigilance while using social media apps through a survey. As digital engagement increases, so does the risk of exposure to threats such as data breaches, cyber bullying, misinformation, and online fraud. The study underscores the growing necessity for individuals to develop digital vigilance and awareness.

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