Wattlecorp and Government Cyberpark launch employee cyber‑attack awareness session in Kozhikode

Wattlecorp Cybersecurity Labs, partnering with Government Cyberpark in Kozhikode, held a cybersecurity awareness session for park‑based employees on October 30, 2026 as part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The two‑hour event demonstrated how real‑world cyberattacks unfold, stressing that even minor security lapses can expose organisations to risk. Wattlecorp security experts performed live demos showing attackers breaching systems and extracting sensitive data. A major segment focused on deep‑fake scams that use video and voice impersonation to mimic senior executives. Participants saw examples of fraudsters coaxing staff into transferring money or revealing confidential information. The session also taught practical steps to spot and block such scams, including verifying caller identity and using multi‑factor authentication. Organisers said the goal was to raise awareness across all staff, not just IT teams, so every employee can follow safe digital practices. The initiative was timed to coincide with the national Cybersecurity Awareness Month, underscoring the growing threat of deep‑fake scams that are assuming menacing proportions. Attendees represented a cross‑section of firms operating within the park, ranging from startups to established tech firms. Organisers emphasized routine password changes and regular software updates as simple yet effective defenses. They also advised employees to report suspicious communications immediately to their IT security desk. ## Context Deep‑fake technology has become cheaper and easier to produce, leading to a surge in impersonation fraud worldwide. Employee vigilance is a key defence because many attacks bypass technical firewalls by exploiting human trust.