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A Critical Analysis of Cyber Threats and Their Global Impact
Published in Suhel Ahmad Khan, Rajeev Kumar, Omprakash Kaiwartya, Mohammad Faisal, Raees Ahmad Khan, Computational Intelligent Security in Wireless Communications, 2022
Syed Adnan Afaq, Mohd. Shahid Husain, Almustapha Bello, Halima Sadia
In the field of information technology, cybersecurity is essential. Data and information security has become one of the most significant concerns in the modern day. Several governments and corporations are pursuing a variety of steps to manage and reduce cybercrime. Despite various precautions and approaches, many individuals continue to be concerned about cybersecurity. The difficulties that cybersecurity tackles in the present day are the topic of this research. It also includes one of the most up-to-date facts on cybersecurity strategies, principles, and tendencies that are redefining the field of cybersecurity [1]. With the growth of digital technology, an entirely new forum for criminal behavior has emerged. As a result of technical advancements, cybercrime refers to crimes involving the use of computer networks for unlawful purposes such as security breaches, fraud, economic fraud, and adult material. Hackers, also known as cybercriminals, frequently use systems to gain valuable information including credentials, credit card details, and other identifying details for malicious or manipulative reasons. By precisely evaluating possible criminals and attacks, cybersecurity teams gain a good understanding of who cybercriminals are, what techniques they employ, and what measures may take to fight and avoid potential cybercrimes. As cybercrime evolves, businesses must continue to train their staff and assist them in raising awareness of information technology (IT) security issues [2].
Cloud Computing Risk: A Decision-making Framework
Published in Journal of Computer Information Systems, 2023
Meanwhile, moving to the cloud environment comes with risks. For example, switching to cloud computing increases vulnerability to cybercrime in general and to security breaches (and its associated direct and indirect costs) in particular. Cybercrime is a broad term used to describe criminal activities (such as identity theft, data theft and fraud), conducted using technology8. Although cybercrime can be conducted offline (e.g., accessing someone’s account via an ATM), the Internet through cloud computing has expanded the intensity, magnitude, and speed by which it takes place. Statistics reveal that security breaches cost businesses over $2 trillion total in 2019 in direct and indirect costs resulting from time and effort spent in dealing with security breaches, lost opportunities (e.g., from customer churn, delayed launches), and regulatory fines.9,10
Development of a Scale to Measure Cybercrime-Awareness on Social Media
Published in Journal of Computer Information Systems, 2023
Cybercrime is a type of crime committed by using electronic devices through Internet access against organizations or individuals.48 Nzeakor et al.49 reported that the amount of cybercrime victimization is much greater than the number of conventional crimes and cybercrime victimization rates of identity theft, online credit card fraud, phishing, and unauthorized access to accounts are increasing on daily basis. Prior findings indicated that cybercrime victimization rates are higher in undeveloped countries, highlighting the need for prevention interventions in those countries.50