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In the era of technological advancement, cybersecurity is an indispensable component of progress. Along with men, women’s participation in the digital landscape is paramount to ensuring equal rights to technological advancement. However, in developing countries, societal barriers pose significant challenges for women, limiting their access to opportunities, which in turn impacts their understanding and practices within the digital landscape. These factors influence the adoption, practices and awareness surrounding cybersecurity, making women in developing countries more vulnerable to cyber-related threats. Thus, it is crucial to assess the state of cybersecurity practices and awareness among women in countries like Bangladesh. This research aims to examine cybersecurity practices and awareness across key components, including password security, information security, device privacy and protection, incident reporting and malware detection, among different demographics of Bangladeshi women. The study employs a quantitative approach using a large-scale survey (n = 1202) to explore the cybersecurity practices and awareness of three groups of women: high school students, university students and working women. By investigating digital habits and practices, this study addresses women’s perceptions, knowledge and response strategies concerning cybersecurity awareness. The findings reveal a significant gap in women’s cybersecurity awareness, highlighting vulnerable practices related to password security, information security, phishing awareness, lack of confidence in handling cybersecurity incidents and limited knowledge of malware detection mechanisms. These findings provide insights into the vulnerabilities of women’s cybersecurity practices in developing countries and lay the groundwork for investigating digital interventions to address these issues. Furthermore, the research sheds light on the substantial barriers contributing to women’s digital insecurity, emphasizing the need to tackle these challenges to ensure women’s online safety and well-being.

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Navigating the Cybersecurity Maze: Women’s Practices, Awareness and Vulnerabilities in Bangladesh

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  • 发表日期：

    2026年

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  • Maliha Tasnim,
  • Maisha Tasnim,
  • Samsad Laila,
  • Seham Al Haque,
  • Tanzuma Tabassum,
  • Md. Ishmam Tasin,
  • Taiabul Haque,
  • Farida Chowdhury

摘要

In the era of technological advancement, cybersecurity is an indispensable component of progress. Along with men, women’s participation in the digital landscape is paramount to ensuring equal rights to technological advancement. However, in developing countries, societal barriers pose significant challenges for women, limiting their access to opportunities, which in turn impacts their understanding and practices within the digital landscape. These factors influence the adoption, practices and awareness surrounding cybersecurity, making women in developing countries more vulnerable to cyber-related threats. Thus, it is crucial to assess the state of cybersecurity practices and awareness among women in countries like Bangladesh. This research aims to examine cybersecurity practices and awareness across key components, including password security, information security, device privacy and protection, incident reporting and malware detection, among different demographics of Bangladeshi women. The study employs a quantitative approach using a large-scale survey (n = 1202) to explore the cybersecurity practices and awareness of three groups of women: high school students, university students and working women. By investigating digital habits and practices, this study addresses women’s perceptions, knowledge and response strategies concerning cybersecurity awareness. The findings reveal a significant gap in women’s cybersecurity awareness, highlighting vulnerable practices related to password security, information security, phishing awareness, lack of confidence in handling cybersecurity incidents and limited knowledge of malware detection mechanisms. These findings provide insights into the vulnerabilities of women’s cybersecurity practices in developing countries and lay the groundwork for investigating digital interventions to address these issues. Furthermore, the research sheds light on the substantial barriers contributing to women’s digital insecurity, emphasizing the need to tackle these challenges to ensure women’s online safety and well-being.