SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IN THE CONTEXT OF DIGITALIZATION OF HIGHER EDUCATION: CYBERSECURITY AS A KEY FACTOR OF CHANGE
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.52123/1994-2370-2024-1310Keywords:
social responsibility, cybersecurity, digitalization of education, information literacy, cyber threats, universities, social responsibility, cybersecurity, digitalization of education, information literacy, cyber threats, universitiesAbstract
In the context of digitalizing the educational process, universities face new challenges regarding ensuring cybersecurity, which has become an integral part of their social responsibility. The increase in data volume and growing dependence on digital technologies make educational institutions particularly vulnerable to cyber threats such as phishing, ransomware, and human-based attacks. To study this problem, the results of a survey of students and teachers of Kazakhstani universities, as well as a content analysis of scientific publications and regulatory documents were used. The study revealed that the level of digital literacy, especially in terms of information literacy, is a critical factor affecting the cybersecurity of universities. Insufficient knowledge and awareness of modern cyber threats create additional risks that can lead to data leakage and financial losses. The article discusses possible measures to improve the level of cybersecurity in universities through the integration of relevant practices into social responsibility policies. Particular attention is paid to the importance of raising awareness and digital literacy among staff and students to reduce human risks and ensure the resilience of educational institutions in the digital age.