IIT Madras Study Finds Educated, Digitally Savvy Indians Still Vulnerable to Cybercrime

The research conducted at IIT Madras examined common assumptions about who is most likely to become a victim of cybercrime. It found that education level and digital literacy do not guarantee protection against online threats. The study highlights that cybercriminals target a broad spectrum of users, regardless of their technical expertise. Researchers urge that cybersecurity awareness campaigns must reach all sections of society, not just those perceived as less knowledgeable.