Daniel Cobb Career paper 201S April 7, 2024 The Interplay of Social Science Research and Cybersecurity: A Pentester’s Perspective Introduction In the rapidly evolving landscape of cybersecurity, professionals in roles such as penetration testing play a crucial role in safeguarding digital assets against malicious attackers. The role they play on a day-to-day basis can’t be…

Daniel Cobb Article Review #2 201S March 24, 2024                                                 Mitigating Ransomware Risk The topic of mitigating ransomware risks in manufacturing and supply chain environments relates to various principles of social sciences, including sociology, psychology, and organizational behavior. It explores how human behavior, organizational culture, and societal norms influence cybersecurity practices and outcomes. By analyzing…

Daniel Cobb Article Review #1 CYSE201S February 11, 2024 The perception of policiesIn an increasingly digitized world, the threat of cyberattacks increases daily, not only in terms of financiallosses and technological disruptions but also in shaping public attitudes and government policies. Thiscaptivating intersection of cybersecurity, public perception, and government policy is what drives theintriguing investigation…

Daniel Cobb Journal Entry #15 201S April 20, 2024 Digital forensics investigators relate to the social sciences The speaker’s journey to their career in digital forensics began with their interest in computers and technology at a young age. They pursued a degree in computer science and later went on to work in the tech industry….

Daniel Cobb Journal Entry #14 201S April 7, 2024 Illegal things you do on the internet The author highlights many things we do illegal on the internet unconsciously, while typically they don’t result in direct punishment but can inconsequently lead to various negative outcomes. These seemingly harmless actions when compounded, can lead to unintended consequences…

Daniel Cobb Journal Entry #13 201S March 31, 2024 The literature review offers a thorough look at cybersecurity through economic principles and social sciences, focusing on key policies like standards and certification, information flow, liability considerations, cybersecurity regulations, and cybersecurity insurance. The discussion on standards and certification, especially mentioning the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, shows how…

Daniel Cobb Journal Entry #12 201S March 31, 2024 Rational Choice Theory: GlassWasherParts.com and its platform provider can be seen as making rational choices regarding cybersecurity investments. They weigh the potential costs of implementing robust security measures against the potential costs of a data breach, including financial losses and damage to their reputation. Marxian Economic…

Daniel Cobb Journal Entry #11 201S March 24, 2024 In the presentation of the cybersecurity analyst job, various social themes emerge that highlight the intricate interplay between technology and human behavior. The job entails not just technical prowess but also a deep understanding of social dynamics and psychology. Cybersecurity analysts must grasp how individuals and…

Daniel Cobb Journal Entry #10 201S March 24, 2024 Social Cybersecurity Review After reading the article their are many topics to take away. The article provides a comprehensive exploration of the intricate dynamics of social cybersecurity and information warfare in the contemporary digital age. The author brings light to the profound implications of technological advancement’s…

Daniel Cobb Journal Entry #9 201S March 17, 2024 So when taking the social media disorder scale test, I only found myself scoring a 1/9, mainly trying to escape from some of my emotions was a question I answered yes. Sometimes when I am feeling lonely I use social media to distract me from my…