Unveiling the code: A review of the knowledge and awareness of computer engineering students-UPE-CPF on the mechanisms of digital appropriation
Keywords:
Security, Computer Science, Knowledge-theft, InformationAbstract
The study investigated the level of knowledge and awareness of Computer Engineering students at the Private University of the East with respect to the technological mechanisms used for malicious purposes for information theft. The research had a mixed approach, with a non-experimental descriptive design. With a population of 258 students, being 1774 the number of elements in the sample, which was chosen with a non-probabilistic method and cluster technique. Google form was used for data collection. The findings revealed a significant gap in their understanding of these cyber threats, highlighting the urgent need to improve cybersecurity education in the curriculum. In addition, the importance of awareness about ethical responsibility in information management was highlighted and the need for interdisciplinary collaboration in this constantly evolving field was underlined. In conclusion, the study highlights the importance of preparing future computer professionals to address security and data protection challenges in a constantly evolving digital environment.
