The document discusses cyber security and cyber crimes. It defines cyber security and explains the threats to cyberspace like interconnectedness and exposure points. It also discusses the evolution of cyber security initiatives and types of cyber attacks like viruses, hacking, and identity theft. The document then covers cyber security in India including common attacks and attackers.
The document discusses cyber security and cyber crimes. It defines cyber security and explains the threats to cyberspace like interconnectedness and exposure points. It also discusses the evolution of cyber security initiatives and types of cyber attacks like viruses, hacking, and identity theft. The document then covers cyber security in India including common attacks and attackers.
The document discusses cyber security and cyber crimes. It defines cyber security and explains the threats to cyberspace like interconnectedness and exposure points. It also discusses the evolution of cyber security initiatives and types of cyber attacks like viruses, hacking, and identity theft. The document then covers cyber security in India including common attacks and attackers.
The document discusses cyber security and cyber crimes. It defines cyber security and explains the threats to cyberspace like interconnectedness and exposure points. It also discusses the evolution of cyber security initiatives and types of cyber attacks like viruses, hacking, and identity theft. The document then covers cyber security in India including common attacks and attackers.
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INTRODUCTION TO CYBER CRIMES &
SECURITY
Computer security, cybersecurity or information technology
security (IT security) is the protection of computer systems and networks from information disclosure, theft of or damage to their hardware, software, or electronic data, as well as from the disruption or misdirection of the services they provide.
The field is becoming increasingly significant due to the
increased reliance on computer systems, the Internet and wireless network standards such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, and due to the growth of “smart” devices, including smartphones, televisions, and the various devices that constitute the “Internet of things”.
The government of India is taking many initiatives to
enhance cybersecurity. With the rapid development of information technology, it is critical to provide a safe and secure cyberspace. The topic, ‘Cyber Security’ comes under GS-III syllabus . This article will provide you with relevant facts about cybersecurity. What is Cyber? The term, ‘Cyber’ is used in relation to the culture of computers, information technology, and virtual reality. The connection between internet ecosystems forms cyberspace. The threat to cyberspace leads to an issue and gives rise to the need for cybersecurity
Threats to Cyberspace: 1. Interconnectedness of Sectors 2. Increase in the number of exposure points 3. Concentration of assets As per the reports, the threats to cyberspace have increased dramatically over the last 10 years. The cyber attacks lead to the exposure of: 1. Sensitive information 2. Personal information and 3. Business information
*The need for Cyber Security
Cyber Security protects the cyberspace from the following:
1. Cyber Attacks 2. Damage to Cyberspace 3. Misuse of Cyberspace 4. Economic Espionage ! Cyber Security – Evolution With the introduction of cyberattacks, cybersecurity initiatives have evolved. They are mentioned in the table below: ! Cyber Threats and Cyber Security
There are types of cyber attacks that have evolved over a period of time:
* Virus – It is a malware that self-replicates and spreads by
inserting copies of itself into other executable code or documents.
*Hacking Websites – An unauthorized access to any website
belonging in a personal or professional space
*Malicious Codes – It is a kind of security threat where any code
present in software tends to bring harmful effects, breach the security of the system, or bring damage to the system.
*Identity Theft and Phishing – It is a cyber attack involving
fraudulent emails posing as authorized entities in order to induce people to reveal their information (personal and professional.)
*Cyber Warfare – Deliberately attacking the information systems
through the use of computer technology to disrupt the state’s activities, especially for military purposes. Cyber Attacks in India
The topmost causes of cyber attacks are:
1. Phishing and Social Engineering
2. Malware 3. Spear Phishing 4. Denial of Service 5. Out of Date Software Ransomware
The table below gives the list of cyberattacks that India
has witnessed in the past: Cyber Security – Who are the Cyber Attackers?
There are kinds of cyber players who harm cybersecurity:
It is the Botnet Cleaning and Malware Analysis Centre under
the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). The aim of Cyber Swachhta Kendra is to promote awareness among Indian citizens to secure their data in computers, mobile phones, and other electronic devices.
The " Cyber Swachhta Kendra " (Botnet Cleaning and Malware Analysis Centre) is a part of the Government of India's Digital India initiative under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to create a secure cyber space by detecting botnet infections in India and to notify, enable cleaning and securing systems of end users so as to prevent further infections. The " Cyber Swachhta Kendra " (Botnet Cleaning and Malware Analysis Centre) is set up in accordance with the objectives of the "National Cyber Security Policy".
This centre is being operated by the Indian Computer
Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) under provisions of Section 70B of the Information Technology Act, 2000. BIBLIOGRAPHY
