Cybersecurity Awareness Research Articles

The use of gamification on cybersecurity awareness of healthcare professionals

Cybersecurity has a major impact on the healthcare sector, mainly due to the sensitive data and vital medical devices that, when an attack occurs, may compromise the life, safety, and well-being of the patients. However, those institutions fail on implementing correct system protection policies and providing adequate programs for cybersecurity training and raising cybersecurity awareness. Healthcare professionals develop their academic courses focusing on providing the best care for the patients, studying guidelines, treatment protocols, and diagnostic criteria. However, there are insufficient subjects dedicated to the development of digital literacy to match the requisites of the daily challenges of those professionals, with human error being the main cause of data breaches worldwide. So, developing training programs to face the cybersecurity day-to-day threats is mandatory.Broadly speaking, traditional training programs seem to fail on retaining students’ motivation, engagement, and long-term knowledge acquisition, being time-consuming and challenging in scheduling and planning. To face this situation, new techniques, such as gamification, have emerged, with promising results on motivation and engagement, allowing the users to be the center of the training programs, matching the strategy to their levels of knowledge and preferences.This paper aims to identify the existing gamified approaches available, review the state-of-the-art related to gamification and cybersecurity training, and elaborates on how they can be successfully applied to training programs for healthcare professionals.

A Comprehensive Study on Cybersecurity Awareness: Adaptation and Validation of a Questionnaire in Hungarian Higher Technical Education

A Comprehensive Study on Cybersecurity Awareness: Adaptation and Validation of a Questionnaire in Hungarian Higher Technical Education

Effective Technology Integration: Closing the Digital Gap among High School Students

This study investigated the impact of technology integration strategies on digital inclusion among high school students, focusing on reducing disparities in access and digital literacy. Seventy-five out of 1,131 Grade 11 Senior High School students from a private school in Quezon City were surveyed to understand their demographic profiles, barriers to digital access, the effectiveness of digital literacy integration in the curriculum, the support for technology use in classroom activities, and the accessibility and inclusivity of digital resources. The research used a mixed-methods approach to assess digital access disparities and technology integration effectiveness. Quantitative data was used to analyze respondents' demographics and identify technology gaps, while qualitative insights explored contributing factors to digital disparity, ensuring comprehensive evidence and a deeper understanding of the intervention's impact and effectiveness. The findings highlight significant areas of concern, including internet connectivity, financial constraints, and access to digital devices, alongside a need for improved digital literacy, cybersecurity awareness, and teacher training. The results underscore the necessity for comprehensive support mechanisms to promote equitable and inclusive digital learning environments. To address these challenges, the study suggests implementing mechanisms such as financial support for acquiring necessary digital devices, improvements in internet infrastructure, and extensive training programs for teachers to enhance their digital literacy and teaching skills. By doing so, educational institutions can foster a more equitable and inclusive digital learning environment, ensuring that all students, regardless of their socioeconomic status, can access and benefit from technology-enhanced education. This holistic approach aims to bridge the digital divide and promote fairer educational opportunities through strategic technology integration.

Neurodiversity and Cyber Security Awareness Training

Neurodiversity and Cyber Security Awareness Training

Cyber Security Threats and Countermeasures in Digital Age

Due to the quick development of technology, the digital age has brought with it ad-vantages never before seen, but it has also opened the door to a flood of new cyber security concerns. This study offers detailed analysis of the cyber threat environment in the digital era along with suggestions for doable protective measures. The report outlines a number of cyber threats, including malware, phishing scams, ransomware, and insider threats. It looks at the continually evolving tactics employed by cyber-criminals, such as social engineering, zero-day flaws, and sophisticated persistent threats. The growing hazards associated with cutting-edge technology, such as the Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing, and artificial intelligence, are also exam-ined. The importance of a multi-layered security strategy to counter these attacks is emphasized in the article. Among the important preventative measures that are presented are robust network security, secure coding methodologies, user awareness training, encryption, access controls, and incident response planning. It also high-lights how crucial it is for people, businesses, and governments to collaborate in or-der to confront cyber risks. By using the recommended solutions and promoting a culture of cyber security awareness, people and organizations may navigate the dig-ital age with confidence and protect themselves from the continuously evolving environment of cyber risks.

CyberEduPlatform: an educational tool to improve cybersecurity through anomaly detection with Artificial Intelligence.

Cybersecurity has become a central concern in the contemporary digital era due to the exponential increase in cyber threats. These threats, ranging from simple malware to advanced persistent attacks, put individuals and organizations at risk. This study explores the potential of artificial intelligence to detect anomalies in network traffic in a university environment. The effectiveness of automatic detection of unconventional activities was evaluated through extensive simulations and advanced artificial intelligence models. In addition, the importance of cybersecurity awareness and education is highlighted, introducing CyberEduPlatform, a tool designed to improve users' cyber awareness. The results indicate that, while AI models show high precision in detecting anomalies, complementary education and awareness play a crucial role in fortifying the first lines of defense against cyber threats. This research highlights the need for an integrated approach to cybersecurity, combining advanced technological solutions with robust educational strategies.

Measuring the Level of Cybersecurity Awareness among Senior High School Students

Measuring the Level of Cybersecurity Awareness among Senior High School Students

A Framework to Prevent Cybercrime in the UAE

Cyber threats are constantly evolving, making it crucial for organizations in the UAE to enhance their cybersecurity strategies. This study focuses on understanding and countering organized and unorganized cybercrimes within the UAE. Organizations strengthen outer defences but often neglect protecting sensitive data internally. Insiders, individuals with intricate knowledge of system cycles, can cause substantial damage. Their motivations vary, from stealing data to causing harm, making it essential for organizations to comprehend and counter these threats effectively. The study employs qualitative analysis methods and in-depth interviews with key cybersecurity experts across various sectors. Through these discussions, we identified key defensive strategies utilized by different entities in the UAE. Our research highlights the significance of securing networking routes and data transformation pathways, underscoring the need for a proactive cybersecurity approach. Through qualitative analysis and expert interviews, we pinpointed specific defensive methods used by individuals, small organizations, and government/private sectors in the UAE. Additionally, we delve into the motivations of insiders, highlighting their substantial threat due to their in-depth understanding of network layouts, applications, and business practices. By securing these aspects, organizations can identify essential security concerns and develop robust, effective plans. We suggested practical steps to improve cybersecurity frameworks, aiming to prevent data breaches, strengthen security strategies, and promote a cybersecurity-aware mindset. By implementing these strategies, organizations can enhance their defences, foster a culture of cybersecurity awareness, and safeguard digital assets in the UAE.

The Pancasila in the Age of Digital Society 5.0: Indonesia Legal System Perspective

his study explores the transformative impact of the digital era, specifically Society 5.0, on the Indonesian legal system, focusing on the incorporation of Pancasila values as a universal ethical foundation. Adopting a normative legal research method with a conceptual approach, the study analyzes how the Indonesian legal system, predominantly influenced by the civil law system, adapts to the challenges posed by technological advancements and the emerging digital society. The research reveals that Indonesia's unique legal system, grounded in Pancasila, exhibits characteristics of religiosity, humanism, and social justice, enabling it to adapt to societal changes while maintaining core national values. The digital transformation, embodied in Society 5.0, necessitates a legal framework that balances economic development with social problem-solving through innovative and sustainable technology integration. The study highlights the increasing significance of cybersecurity awareness and the potential recognition of artificial intelligence as a new legal subject. Emphasizing the role of Pancasila's ethical principles, the study concludes that a consistent application of these values is crucial for developing a responsive legal system capable of addressing the complexities of a digital society. This alignment ensures that legal evolution aligns with societal aspirations, maintaining harmony and order within the framework of a rapidly evolving digital landscape. The findings underscore the importance of legal reform in legislative, human resources, institutional, and cultural aspects, advocating for a harmonized approach between technological advancements and existing or forthcoming regulations, guided by Pancasila's values.Highlights:
 
 
 Pancasila as Ethical Guide: Emphasizes Pancasila's pivotal role in shaping Indonesia's legal responses to digital challenges.
 Legal System's Digital Adaptation: Highlights the Indonesian legal system's evolution in the face of advancing digital technologies.
 Harmonized Legal Reforms: Stresses the need for sustainable legal reforms aligned with societal values in the digital era.
 
 Keywords: Society 5.0, Pancasila, Indonesian Legal System, Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity

A survey of cybersecurity threats and countermeasures in the Indian financial sector

This research paper delves into the realm of cybersecurity threats and countermeasures within the Indian financial sector, a domain increasingly susceptible to cyber attacks due to rapid digitalization. The primary objective of this study is to assess the current state of cybersecurity awareness, the effectiveness of existing countermeasures, and to identify potential gaps in the cybersecurity framework of the Indian financial sector. Employing a structured questionnaire, data was collected from 750 respondents across various demographics including financial analysts, IT professionals, and banking employees, utilizing stratified random sampling techniques. The analysis involved frequency count, percentages, and cross-tabulation to interpret the complex interplay between demographic factors and cybersecurity aspects. The study highlights the importance of continuous adaptation in cybersecurity measures and advocates for enhanced training programs and policy enforcement.

SOCIAL MEDIA LANDSCAPE IN THE REPUBLIC OF KAZAKHSTAN: NAVIGATING YOUTH BEHAVIOR AND ENSURING INFORMATION SECURITY

In today’s digitally interconnected world, social media has emerged as a prominent force shaping the behaviors, attitudes, and interactions of youth populations worldwide. This research endeavors to explore the intricate relationship between social media engagement and cybersecurity within the context of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The primary purpose of this scientific inquiry is to investigate the ways in which Kazakhstani youth engage with social media platforms and to assess the associated cybersecurity challenges and implica-tions. Through a multidimensional approach, the study aims to delineate the main directions and ideas underlying the intersection of youth behavior on social media and the imperative of information security.This research holds significant scientific and practical importance by shedding light on the evolving dynamics of social media usage among Kazakhstani youth and the corresponding cybersecurity risks. By identifying key patterns, vulnerabilities, and protective measures, this study seeks to inform policymak-ers, educators, and stakeholders about the urgent need for comprehensive strategies to safeguard the digital well-being of young individuals.Employing a mixed-method research methodology comprising surveys, interviews, and data analy-sis, this study provides a comprehensive examination of social media dynamics and cybersecurity resil-ience among Kazakhstani youth. The main results and analysis reveal insights into the prevalent behav-iors, perceptions, and attitudes of youth towards social media, alongside an assessment of cybersecurity vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies.The research underscores the importance of proactive measures to enhance cybersecurity aware-ness, digital literacy, and regulatory frameworks to address the emerging challenges posed by social media usage among Kazakhstani youth. By contributing empirical evidence and actionable insights, this study enriches the relevant field of knowledge and informs policy interventions aimed at fostering a safer and more secure digital environment for youth in Kazakhstan and beyond.

Examining The Diffusion Trajectory Of Technology Awareness Initiative In An IT Organization: Insights For Persona Based Organizational Capability Building

This study investigates the diffusion patterns of technology awareness campaigns within a large IT organization. It uses a 21-month cybersecurity awareness initiative as a case study to explore the relationship between awareness diffusion and employee personas (Tech Enthusiasts, Visionaries, Pragmatics, Conservatives, and Skeptics) based on the frameworks of Everett Rogers' "Diffusion of Innovation" theory and Geoffrey Moore's "Crossing the Chasm". While the traditional diffusion pattern suggests a bell curve, the analysis reveals a trajectory characterized by multiple, gradually diminishing spikes. An employee survey revealed that the dominance of Tech Enthusiasts, due to the IT-oriented nature of the workforce, contributed to this deviation. Furthermore, the study identified two "chasms" – a deviation from Moore's single-chasm model. Key stakeholder interviews provided insights into how the organization successfully bridged these chasms. Based on these findings, the study offers practical recommendations for organizations planning and implementing awareness campaigns. Overall, this research provides valuable insights for organizations aiming to develop their workforce capabilities in new technologies and methodologies.

THE ROLE OF CYBER SITUATIONAL AWARENESS OF HUMANS IN SOCIAL ENGINEERING CYBER ATTACKS ON THE MARITIME DOMAIN

Through technological advancements, the expanding proportion of maritime transportation on a global scale is becoming faster, more automated, more digital, and ultimately more cyber-space. In particular, the Industrial Revolution 4.0 has brought real-time digital integration of stakeholders in the maritime industry, both on land and at sea, into cyberspace. However, the scope of life and property protection at sea has expanded with the participation of the cyber environment as well as the physical environment. The human factor plays a leading role in ensuring the security of both the physical and cyber environment. In parallel, the main target of hackers who try to gain profit by violating the security environment is the person who does not have sufficient situational awareness of cyber security and can be called the weakest link in the chain. In this study, as main goal, the role of the situational awareness of the employees in the past cyber-attacks on the maritime industry was examined, and a perspective on the measures to be taken was presented. To achieve this research goal, the study utilized the snowballing technique to access literature, which helped uncover additional relevant resources not initially detected. This was followed by a systematic analysis of the collected literature. An analysis of attacks conducted since 2010 revealed that 76% of them utilized social engineering methods, such as phishing, malware, and ransomware. These attackers appear to exploit the maritime industry's insufficient cybersecurity awareness among its employees and the lack of a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity within the industry.

Central Medical Centre Healthcare Data Security with Lightweight Blockchain Model in IoT Sensor Environment

Data security involves implementing measures to protect digital information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data. Hence, this paper addresses the critical imperative of ensuring robust data security within the healthcare domain. With the proliferation of digital technologies and interconnected systems, safeguarding patient information has become paramount. The study comprehensively reviews existing strategies for data security in healthcare, including encryption, access controls, and secure authentication mechanisms. It delves into the unique challenges faced by healthcare organizations, such as the interoperability of systems, compliance with regulatory frameworks and the increasing sophistication of cyber threats. The paper emphasizes the significance of fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness among healthcare professionals and implementing proactive measures to mitigate vulnerabilities. Future directions in healthcare data security, including the integration of emerging technologies like blockchain and artificial intelligence, are also explored. By providing a holistic overview of data security challenges and solutions in healthcare, this paper contributes to the ongoing efforts to fortify the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive patient data in the digital age. The effectiveness of two medical treatments (Treatment A and Treatment B) is assessed based on the responses of 20 participants, revealing subtle yet notable variations in efficacy. Additionally, the security scores of Healthcare Systems A and B are evaluated, demonstrating a marginal superiority of System B. A detailed classification of cyber attacks, ranging from phishing and malware infections to insider threats and zero-day exploits, sheds light on the diverse nature of cybersecurity challenges. The findings underscore the importance of a multifaceted approach to medical data security, emphasizing the need for robust treatments, secure healthcare systems, and targeted defense strategies against evolving cyber threats. This paper contributes valuable insights to the ongoing discourse on bolstering cybersecurity measures in healthcare to safeguard patient information and fortify the integrity of healthcare systems in an increasingly digital landscape.

Navigating the Link Between Internet User Attitudes and Cybersecurity Awareness in the Era of Phishing Challenges

Navigating the Link Between Internet User Attitudes and Cybersecurity Awareness in the Era of Phishing Challenges

Enhancing Cybersecurity Awareness Training through the NIST Framework

Enhancing Cybersecurity Awareness Training through the NIST Framework

The Determinants of Risky Cybersecurity Behaviour: A Case Study Among Employees in Water Sector in Malaysia

Objective: Cybersecurity threats are a growing concern around the world. Research found that the weakest element in the cybersecurity chain is that of the human. The use of security technologies failed to address the problem in instances where employees engage in activities that place themselves and the company at risk. Hence, the role human factors play in cybersecurity is crucial. The present study aims to examine the effects of information security issues awareness, top management support, leadership, information security policy and cybersecurity awareness training on risky cybersecurity behaviour among employees in water sector.
 
 Method: The quantitative method was applied in this study. The data were collected from 425 employees from four water companies located in northern states of Malaysia. The respondents are selected using disproportionate stratified random sampling technique. The survey was conducted using questionnaire. PLS-SEM was used to test the proposed hypotheses.
 
 Results: The results show that security issues awareness and top management support are negatively related to risky cybersecurity behaviour. This suggest that the greater security issues awareness and top management support, lower the tendency to engage in risky cybersecurity behaviour among employees. Contrary to the prediction, cybersecurity awareness training was found to be positively related with risky cybersecurity behaviour.
 
 Conclusions: The findings of the study have several theoretical and practical implications. Security issues awareness and top management support are important factors to avoid threat of cyber-attacks. By ensuring cybersecurity, water security is stored hence the well-being of people is taken care since water is a fundamental need of human lives. The stability and security of the country also can be maintained with secure and sustainable water resiliency. Finally, the economic losses due to cyber-attacks can be reduced.

Socializing the Impact: An Analysis of the Theory of Planned Behavior's Influence on Increasing University Students' Cybersecurity Awareness

The study aimed to assess cybersecurity awareness among university students in Vadodara, India, using the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) framework. The study involved 242 students from selected universities, selected using a snowball sampling method. Data was collected through Google Forms and email, and the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) programme was used for statistical analysis. The majority of students were young (18-23 years old), with moderate internet usage and primary digital competency skills. Only 17% reported experiencing issues during cyber surfing. The study found that most students had low awareness, lower knowledge, and negative perceptions about cybersecurity. Most students followed unsafe cybersecurity practices and had a negative attitude towards cybersecurity. The study also examined the correlation between TPB constructs.

Digital Cultural Heritage, Cybersecurity, and the Human Factor

Abstract Digital heritage, with its intellectual and cultural identity value, constitutes a significant asset. This also makes it an important asset in the cyber market. Cultural heritage institutions, recognising the vital role of digital assets, confront various information security risks and must adopt cyber threat related strategies to counter potential cyber-attacks. This paper first investigates the susceptibility of digital heritage objects to cyber threats by examining their distinctive characteristics. The study subsequently poses research enquiries concerning the cybersecurity proficiency and general awareness of cultural heritage professionals. A conducted survey in Croatia among these professionals analyses their information and computer practices related to the storage and preservation of digital cultural heritage. Findings reveal that while overall cybersecurity awareness is commendable, there exists a deficiency in cybersecurity and data protection training among cultural heritage professionals, even at the basic level. Additionally, the study highlights insufficient technical support and equipment for cybersecurity within cultural heritage institutions.

Cyberbullying Prevalence at a Rural Based University in the Eastern Cape, South Africa

Defences within the digital space against cybersecurity include detection, prevention and response to threats using software tools, however, there no significant technology-based defence systems that deal with cyberbullying related threats. A lack of cybersecurity defence systems and limited cybersecuriy awareness may expose students to cyberbullying and students are likely to suffer, resulting in effects such as psychological and emotional abuse that may eventually contribute towards high drop-outs rates. The objective of this study was to investigate the prevalence of cyberbullying among students at a public university based in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. This research study followed a mixed method approach and a thematic analysis guided by the Theory of Reasoned Action (TRA) theoretical framework. The study found strong cyberbullying penetration within the student community under investigation. As part of the study findings, it was found that activities such as cybersecurity awareness programmes may mitigate the impact of cyberbullying on students and such interventions should form part of any higher education institution’s responsibility.