Cyber Awareness Month (CAM)
Cyber Awareness Month (CAM) is a dynamic initiative focused on promoting digital hygiene, responsible online behavior, and awareness of emerging Cybersecurity threats. Conducted in collaboration with several student-led organizations—including the WiCyS Amrita Student Chapter, Blockchain Research Interest Group (B-RIG), CybeReach, and the Hyperledger India Chapter Student Society—CAM offers a diverse range of events aimed at engaging and educating the campus community.
The highlight of the event is TechProbe which is a Cybersecurity Quiz Challenge. Designed as a gamified learning experience, TechProbe aims to raise awareness of essential Cybersecurity concepts in a fun and accessible format. Hosted entirely on Instagram, the event serves as an innovative platform for participants to engage with Cybersecurity content in a creative, interactive way.
What makes TechProbe unique is its integration of Cybersecurity themes with popular cultural observances, making the content more relatable and engaging. To maintain enthusiasm and participation throughout the event, winners are announced daily on Instagram. A dynamic point system rewards top performers with exceptional accuracy. This approach fosters a sense of healthy competition and builds a vibrant online community around the initiative.
As part of the Cybersecurity Awareness Month (CAM) initiative, the WiCyS Amrita Student Chapter also organized an interactive Escape Room event titled “Unsolved”. Designed to raise awareness about Cybersecurity in a fun and engaging way, the event challenged participants to solve puzzles centered around themes such as cyber safety, cryptography, and logical reasoning—all within a time limit. Participants worked in teams to solve the case and identify the “culprit,” testing their problem-solving and collaboration skills under pressure. The event drew participation from students across various departments, as well as schoolchildren and army personnel, creating a dynamic and inclusive learning environment.