Journal #7

Review the following ten photos through a human-centered cybersecurity framework. Create a meme for your favorite three, explaining what is going on in the individual’s or individuals’ mind(s). Explain how your memes relate to Human-centered cybersecurity.

Mindset: “I’m not really sure what I’m doing, but I’ll just pretend I know cybersecurity.”

While the dog might represent a casual, humorous setting, this image can symbolize the untrained or unaware user attempting to navigate digital spaces. The dog, like some users, might not fully understand the dangers they could be encountering online, which is where phishing scams, malware, or poor security practices come into play.

Mindset: “Who needs a VPN when the coffee shop Wi-Fi is free and fast?”

This image could represent a remote worker or student, working in an unsecured environment like a public Wi-Fi zone, a common security risk. Lack of awareness about threats in these environments could expose sensitive information to eavesdroppers or man-in-the-middle attacks.

Mindset: “This outdoor spot is so peaceful… too bad I have no idea who’s watching my connection.”

This scene still conveys mobile computing risks, where public spaces expose users to physical security threats like theft and digital security risks like an unsecured Wi-Fi connection. Attackers can find vulnerbilities through his connection or by other means like shoulder surfing.