HOW DOES CYBER

SECURITY BENEFITS
SOCIETY
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 INTRODUCTION

• Cyber-security refers to the protection of digital assets from intrusion, theft,

and damage (Seemma et al., 2018).
• It protects sensitive data and deters threats, boosting public trust in internet
infrastructure.
• Cyber-security inspires innovation.
• It facilitates personal privacy and aids in the defense of human rights.
• Again, cyber-security serves to safeguard the economy.
 RESEARCH PROCESS

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RESEARCH QUESTIONS

1. Main skills?

3. Types and
2. Main benefits?
effectiveness?
 FINDINGS:
RESEARCH QUESTION 1: WHAT MAIN SKILLS DO I NEED
FOR CYBER SECURITY?

• The paper by Potter and Vickers (2015) provides a real-world criterion for cybersecurity skills.
• Employers in Australia value technical skills such as network security, cryptography, and
programming, experience with OSs, databases, and networks.

• Furnell's et al. (2017) article emphasizes the industry's increasing demand for cybersecurity
professionals, assessment of risk, vulnerability management, incident handling, and security
awareness are crucial skills. As well as expertise in governance, compliance, and regulation is
also important.

• Network security fundamentals, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption
techniques, are essential as well as proficiency in cryptography is necessary for securing
communication channels and protecting confidential information.
FINDINGS:
RESEARCH QUESTION 2: WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF CYBER
SECURITY AND HOW EFFECTIVE ARE THEY?

• Cyber-attacks on critical infrastructure can have severe consequences. For example, the
2015 cyber-attack on Russian and Ukrainian power systems caused widespread
blackouts, affecting hundreds of thousands of consumers.

• Safeguarding critical infrastructure is crucial to ensure the uninterrupted operation of

power grids, transportation networks, and medical services.

• Data breaches pose significant risks to individuals and organizations and as cloud
computing and the Internet of Things (IoT) become more prevalent, addressing security
challenges in these areas is paramount.
 FINDINGS:
RESEARCH QUESTION 3: WHAT ARE THE MAIN BENEFITS
OF STUDYING CYBER SECURITY?
• In 2017, Maersk, a multinational shipping business, fell victim to the NotPetya ransomware
attack. Li and Tsiponen (2022) emphasize the social significance of security and privacy in
their work.

• They argue that studying cyber dangers and countermeasures equips students with the
necessary tools to navigate the complexities of the digital world.

• The National Institute of Standards and Technology's Special Publication 800-181 presents
the Cybersecurity Workforce Framework, outlining the knowledge, skills, and abilities
required for various cybersecurity professions (Petersen et al., 2020).
 REFLECTION

• In brand new virtual landscape, cybersecurity is of maximum significance to shield systems,

information, and privacy.
• Real-international incidents of cyberattacks and records breaches function compelling reminders of
the excessive results which could end result from inadequate cybersecurity measures.
• A robust basis in technical capabilities is crucial within the discipline of cybersecurity.
• Understanding vulnerabilities and configuring protection settings are important to make certain
adequate protection against cyber threats.
• Implementing preventive measures and mitigating dangers are fundamental components of
cybersecurity.
 …REFLECTION

• Cybersecurity training equips individuals with the information and abilties needed to count on and reply to
evolving cyber threats.
• As technology keeps to advance, understanding the risks and countermeasures will become increasingly
critical.
• Cybersecurity education empowers individuals to conform to digital risks effectively.
• Cybersecurity studies permit people to make contributions to the protection and security of virtual
structures.
• Protecting critical infrastructure, facts, and privacy helps create a safer on line environment for
individuals, agencies, and society as an entire.
• By obtaining cybersecurity knowledge, people play an energetic function in building a steady digital
world.
 REFERENCES

• Ahmad, W., Rasool, A., Javed, A. R., Baker, T., & Jalil, Z. (2021). Cyber Security in IoT-Based Cloud
Computing: A Comprehensive Survey. Electronics, 11(1), 16. https://doi.org/10.3390/electronics11010016
• Alawida, M., Omolara, A. E., Abiodun, O. I., & Al-Rajab, M. (2022). A deeper look into cybersecurity issues
in the wake of Covid-19: A survey. Journal of King Saud University - Computer and Information
Sciences, 34(10). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jksuci.2022.08.003
• Furnell, S., Fischer, P., & Finch, A. (2017). Can’t get the staff? The growing need for cyber-security
skills. Computer Fraud & Security, 2017(2), 5–10. https://doi.org/10.1016/s1361-3723(17)30013-1
• G
‌ reenberg, A. (2018, August 22). The Untold Story of NotPetya, the Most Devastating Cyberattack in
History. WIRED. https://www.wired.com/story/notpetya-cyberattack-ukraine-russia-code-crashed-the-world/
• Hallman, R., Bryan, J., Palavicini, G., Divita, J., & Romero-Mariona, J. (2017). IoDDoS — The Internet of
Distributed Denial of Sevice Attacks - A Case Study of the Mirai Malware and IoT-Based
Botnets. Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Internet of Things, Big Data and Security.
https://doi.org/10.5220/0006246600470058
 REFERENCES

• Kaur, R., Gabrijelčič, D., & Klobučar, T. (2023). Artificial Intelligence for Cybersecurity: Literature
Review and Future Research Directions. Information Fusion, 101804.
• Krause, T., Ernst, R., Klaer, B., Hacker, I., & Henze, M. (2021). Cybersecurity in Power Grids:
Challenges and Opportunities. Sensors, 21(18), 6225. https://doi.org/10.3390/s21186225
• Li, Y., Xin, T., & Siponen, M. (2022). Citizens' cybersecurity behavior: Some major challenges. IEEE
Security & Privacy, 20(1).
• Petersen, R., Santos, D., Smith, M. C., Wetzel, K. A., & Witte, G. (2020). Workforce Framework for
Cybersecurity (NICE Framework). https://doi.org/10.6028/nist.sp.800-181r1
• Potter, L. E., & Vickers, G. (2015). What Skills do you Need to Work in Cyber Security? Proceedings
of the 2015 ACM SIGMIS Conference on Computers and People Research.
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