Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan

The event was attended by Jamshid Khoshimov, Head of the Digital Technology Coordination Department of the Ministry of Economy and Finance; Farrukh Khojamkulov, Director of the Information Technology Center (ITC); Sherzod Akhmedov, Head of the Ministry's Information and Cybersecurity Department; and youth from within the Ministry's system.
 

During the event, participants were provided with detailed information on pressing issues such as phishing attacks, malware, fraudulent links, social engineering methods, internet fraud, and ensuring the security of personal and official data. Specifically, the discussion covered modern methods used by cybercriminals, risks that can arise from user negligence, and practical recommendations for preventing them.
 

The speakers gave recommendations on the fundamental principles of operating safely in the digital space, using strong passwords, implementing two-factor authentication, carefully handling files and links from unknown sources, and protecting personal and official data.
 

At the conclusion of the dialogue, participants received detailed answers from experts to the questions that interested them. Based on practical examples, recommendations were given on detecting cyberattacks, acting correctly in hazardous situations, and protecting information resources. The necessity of regularly updating employees' knowledge in the field of cybersecurity and strictly adhering to information security rules was also emphasized.

PR and Communications Department

Ministry of Economy and Finance