Science Cabaret | Understanding and Demystifying Cybersecurity and Fraud

Online fraud and cyberattacks are becoming increasingly common and can affect anyone. This presentation will help you better understand the basic concepts of cybersecurity related to fraud, as well as the main threats, risks, and methods most commonly used by fraudsters.

It emphasizes prevention and the best practices to follow to protect your personal information and assets.

Through concrete examples, you’ll learn how to take simple steps in your daily life to browse more safely, reduce risks, and respond effectively in the event of a fraud attempt.

Speakers:
Frédéric Boutin, coordinating sergeant with the Sûreté du Québec and instructor in the Department of Police Techniques at Campus Notre-Dame-de-Foy, and Marie-Eve Girard, director of the IT Training Center (CeFTI) at the University of Sherbrooke and adjunct professor in the master’s program in cybersecurity.