Edukasi Pencegahan Phising Melalui Peningkatan Literasi Keamanan Siber Di SMP Negeri 61 Palembang

Abstract

Cybercrime in the form of phishing has become a growing threat among students due to the high intensity of internet and social media usage without adequate digital security awareness. This community service activity aimed to improve students' understanding of phishing prevention through cyber security literacy education at SMP Negeri 61 Palembang. The activity involved 26 junior high school students and was conducted using educational methods consisting of material presentations, interactive discussions, case studies, and simple simulations. The materials covered the definition of phishing, types of attacks, identification of suspicious links, protection of personal data, and preventive measures in digital activities. The results showed that participants experienced increased understanding and awareness regarding phishing threats and digital security practices. Participants were also able to identify phishing characteristics and apply preventive actions in daily internet usage. This activity concluded that interactive cyber security education can effectively improve digital literacy and foster safer digital behavior among students.