Cyberattack Surges in the COVID-19 Scenario: Reasons and Consequences

Neeranjan Chitare, Maitreyee Ghosh, Shankru Guggari, M. A. Jabbar

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Abstract

Cybersecurity is an essential component in reducing the effects of cyberattacks. The COVID-19 pandemic pushes for the restructuring of security strategies throughout the globe. Cybercriminals and some Advanced Persistent Threat groups use this period to attack in cyberspace. This chapter provides a relationship between emotions and logical thinking to avoid anxiety and make the most logical (safe) decision. It also introduces a brief description of cyberattacks during the COVID-19 period and focuses on the effects of cyberattacks on various environments.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationThe Fusion of Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing Techniques for Cybersecurity
EditorsM. A. Jabbar, Sanju Tiwari, Subhendu Kumar Pani, Stephen Huang
PublisherApple Academic Press
Chapter2
Pages27-38
Number of pages12
Edition1
ISBN (Electronic)9781000925418, 9781003428503
ISBN (Print)9781774914809
Publication statusPublished - 28 Jun 2024

Publication series

NameAAP Advances in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
PublisherApple Academic Press

Keywords

  • Advanced persistent threat
  • Cyberattacks
  • Cybersecurity
  • Emotions, logical thinking

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