Pune: Increase e-awareness, say experts

Police inspector Sunil Pawar of the Cyber crime cell of Pune police said, “There is a ground rule of keeping your basic financial data safe.

AS THE government aims to increase digital transactions, police and cyber experts have listed out ways to keep financial data secure and highlighted the need for building awareness among new users. The demonetisation of the higher currency notes has already led to a rise in transactions using plastic money and everyday, more users are being added.

Police inspector Sunil Pawar of the Cyber crime cell of Pune police said, “There is a ground rule of keeping your
basic financial data safe. One should not share details of their account with anyone. Users receive links through SMSes, apps and emails. If one opens these links, there is possibility of a security breach.”

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“We are regularly holding awareness programmes for citizens. There is regular interaction with bank authorities on various aspects,” he said.

Pune-based cyber expert, Rohit Srivastwa said, “There would a large number new users of Point of Sale (PoS) machines. There are some rules about use of any card. First, the physical presence of the card with you must be always checked and password is never to be shared with anyone. For any e-transaction, password protection is essential.” He added, “When PoS machines are used, the PIN should always be entered by the user. Also, SMS alert must always be enabled.”

Sushant Kulkarni

Sushant Kulkarni is a Special Correspondent with The Indian Express in Pune with 12+ years of experience covering issues related to Crime, Defence, Internal Security and Courts. He has been associated with the Indian Express since July 2010. Sushant has extensively reported on law and order issues of Pune and surrounding area, Cyber crime, narcotics trade and terrorism. His coverage in the Defence beat includes operational aspects of the three services, the defence research and development and issues related to key defence establishments. He has covered several sensitive cases in the courts at Pune. Sushant is an avid photographer, plays harmonica and loves cooking. ... Read More

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