CYSE201S

Many individuals do not report cybercrime victimization for several reasons, often tied to fear, embarrassment, or lack of trust in the system. One major reason is shame or self-blame, victims may feel embarrassed for falling for scams such as phishing,… Continue Reading →

Economics and cybersecurity are deeply intertwined because both involve the management of limited resources to minimize risks and maximize value. Cybersecurity decisions often depend on economic principles such as cost-benefit analysis, opportunity cost, and risk management. Organizations must weigh the… Continue Reading →

Introduction Cybersecurity analysts play a critical role in protecting organizations from cyber threats, including phishing attacks, ransomware, and data breaches. While the technical aspects of the job are often emphasized, social science research is equally essential. Understanding human behavior, cultural… Continue Reading →

1) How do social engineering techniques exploit human psychology to facilitate cyberattacks? This question focuses on understanding how hackers and cybercriminals take advantage of human behavior rather than purely technical weaknesses. Social engineering relies heavily on trust, fear, or curiosity…. Continue Reading →

Reuben Paul demonstrates how everyday devices and public Wi-Fi can be exploited. In the video, he hacks a reporter’s Twitter via a fake hotspot and even transforms a bluetooth toy into a listening device. This shows how deeply he’s embedded… Continue Reading →

The article “Cybercrime Risks in Cross-Border Investment Contracts” by Hamza E. Albaheth explores the intersection of technology, law, and economics within the globalized digital economy. This topic directly relates to social science principles because it examines how human institutions, law, business, and… Continue Reading →

I found the concept of the “human firewall” to be both fascinating and essential in understanding modern cybersecurity. Rob May emphasizes that the biggest risk in cybersecurity isn’t the technology, it’s the human factor. Despite all the firewalls, encryption, and… Continue Reading →

When it comes to explaining cybercrime, I believe cognitive theories provide the strongest framework. Unlike traditional crimes, cybercrime is often detached from immediate physical harm, which makes offenders more likely to justify or rationalize their behavior. Cognitive theories emphasize how… Continue Reading →

The article “Controlling Cyber Crime through Information Security Compliance Behavior: Role of Cybersecurity Awareness, Organizational Culture, and Employee Involvement” by Ghaleb et al. examines how human and organizational factors influence compliance with cybersecurity practices. Rather than focusing solely on technical… Continue Reading →

Victim precipitation refers to the idea that some victims may, through their behavior, choices, or vulnerabilities, in part contribute to their own victimization. This is not about blaming victims, but analyzing risk factors. In the cyber realm, this theory helps explain how… Continue Reading →