The President of UKE together with the Minister of Digital Affairs, NASK and Orange Polska, Polkomtel, P4 and T-Mobile Polska have entered into an agreement on cooperation in the special protection of Internet users against data phishing sites,including for personal data, during the states of emergency, such as an epidemic. The agreement will contribute to protecting consumer interests. In connection with the COVID-19 outbreak, Internet domains are increasingly appearing to mislead and phish for users’ personal data as well as financial resources, in particular using SMS and MMS. This is facilitated by increased use of electronic communications during the widespread model of remote work and online education

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The project is replicable and gives a great example on how to collaborate with other entities. This sort of agreement and the following actions can be replicated in any other environment/region. It also shows how quick a response to a given crisis situation should be – all in order to protect the customers.In connection with the COVID-19 outbreak, Internet domains are increasingly appearing to mislead and phish for users’ personal data as well as financial resources, in particular using SMS and MMS. This is facilitated by increased use of electronic communications during the widespread model of remote work and online education.

Strengthening the trust framework, including information security and network security, authentication, privacy and consumer protection, is a prerequisite for the development of the Information Society and for building confidence among users of ICTs. A global culture of cyber-security needs to be promoted, developed and implemented in cooperation with all stakeholders and international expert bodies. These efforts should be supported by increased international cooperation. Within this global culture of cyber-security, it is important to enhance security and to ensure the protection of data and privacy, while enhancing access and trade. The President of UKE together with the Minister of Digital Affairs, NASK and Orange Polska, Polkomtel, P4 and T-Mobile Polska have entered into an agreement on cooperation in the special protection of Internet users against data phishing sites, including for personal data, during the states of emergency, such as in a case of an epidemic or a pandemic