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Overview Of CyberAttacks

Welcome to my second post I will be talking about a current issue in IT known CyberAttacks. My purpose in investigating cyberattacks is to gain an understanding of the tactics that cybercriminals may employ, as well as their thought processes and capabilities through the analysis of previous case studies.

Cyberattacks, despite their often unfavorable perception, can drive breakthroughs in cybersecurity. Anderson, Ross, and Moore (2019) claim that because these assaults highlight flaws in systems, businesses and governments are compelled to invest more in advanced security measures and stronger defenses. By exposing vulnerabilities, cyberattacks motivate proactive measures to strengthen defenses against potential threats. Furthermore, as McAfee points out in its 2021 Cyber Threats Report, information gleaned from studying cybercriminal tactics may aid in locating and addressing previously unidentified vulnerabilities, ultimately leading to a more secure digital environment. In summary, the following are the five primary benefits of cyberattacks: greater sharing and cooperation, improved security awareness, improved regulations, and crisis preparedness.

The top 5 disadvantages and impacts of cyberattacks are listed below, as the majority of people view them negatively. Significant financial losses, data breaches, service outages, reputational harm, and security hazards are all brought on by cyberattacks. These repercussions emphasize how crucial it is to have a robust cyber security framework and international collaboration in order to effectively combat cyberspace threats.

  • There are an estimated 800,000 cyberattacks per year in 2023–with that number predicted to continue to rise annually according to Packetlabs.

My goal is to provide you with enough information and brief overview about protecting yourself against cyberattacks.

Refrences: Packetlabs statistcs

Oxford academics Cyberattack information (Advantages and disadvantages)


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