Uncovering Virtual Artifices: a project on classifying digital scams and promoting popular awareness

• Raquel A. Valério UFMT
• Ana Paula V. Dias UFMT
• Patricia C. de Souza UFMT
• Daniel A. Vecchiato UFMT
• Aurélio M. da Silva CISC
• Nelcileno V. S. Araujo UFMT

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5753/eri-mt.2023.236596

Abstract

In recent years, society has experienced significant transformations in communication, leading to the widespread use of technologies for interaction, which culminated in the need for digital links, however, this also increased the occurrence of cyber scams. This article addresses the increase in these crimes and the lack of adequate classifications for them. Using the Design Science Research method, the article proposes an artifact to solve this problem, using quizzes to help raise awareness about digital scam patterns. The results show the positive acceptance of the participants, although they indicate the need for adjustments and development of new artifacts.

Keywords: digital scams, security, awareness, gamification, DSR

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