Journal of Cyber Security and Risk Auditing

ISSN: 3079-5354 (Online)

Cyber Security in Data Breaches

by 

Ayed Aldossary ;

Talal Algirim ;

Ibrahim Almubarak ;

Khalid Almuhish

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Published: 2024/12/09

Abstract

In today's increasingly digital world, cyber-attacks have emerged as one of the most pressing threats to individuals, organizations, and national infrastructure. The consequences of such attacks are far-reaching, including financial losses, disruptions to daily operations, exposure of sensitive data, and even risks to public safety and national security. As cyber threats grow in frequency and sophistication, the ability to detect and prevent them becomes more critical. Notably, social media has shown potential as a tool for early detection of cyber incidents, with users acting as real-time social sensors. However, leveraging open-source indicators from social media remains a complex challenge due to the unstructured nature of the data and potential misinformation. Furthermore, as the integration of emerging technologies becomes central to business efficiency and innovation, the corresponding increase in cyber vulnerabilities poses significant risks. Data breaches—whether intentional or accidental—represent a persistent danger to organizations of all sizes, often involving the unauthorized exposure of confidential personal and corporate information. To address these threats, this paper explores technical cybersecurity practices such as the deployment of firewalls, malware protection, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and other defense mechanisms that help eliminate vulnerabilities and strengthen digital resilience. The paper emphasizes the importance of a proactive, multi-layered cybersecurity strategy to safeguard data and ensure secure, trustworthy digital environments.

Keywords

Cyber-attacksIntrusion Detection Systems (IDSs)FirewallsMalware

Doi Link

https://doi.org/10.63180/jcsra.thestap.2024.1.3

How to Cite the Article

Aldossary, A., Algirim, T., Almubarak, I., & Almuhish, K. (2024). Cyber Security in Data Breaches. Journal of Cyber Security and Risk Auditing, 2024(1), 14–22.https://doi.org/10.63180/jcsra.thestap.2024.1.3

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