The article really opened my eyes to how modern warfare isn’t just about physical battles anymore and it’s also about controlling information. They explain how social cybersecurity is about protecting societies from misinformation and psychological manipulation, not just securing networks from hackers. It’s crazy to think how easily false information can spread online and influence…
Journal 4
1. Psychological Theories of Cyber Offending – This covers a wide range of factors influencing cybercrime, making it the best overall explanation. 2. Cognitive Theories and Cyber Offending – Explains how offenders think, justify their actions, and assess risks, which is crucial in cybercrime. 3. Neutralization Theory – Shows how offenders rationalize their behavior to avoid guilt, which…
Journal Entry 1
Going into the cybersecurity field, I would like to focus on gathering workforce data and researching trends. I would like this because I want to know how cybersecurity’s workforce operates their data as we get more into technology. I think the workforce will change as different trends emerge in the field. Another NICE framework that…
Journal Entry 2
The principles of science are fundamental to creating effective cybersecurity strategies. Empiricism makes sure that decisions are based on observable, real-world data, such as detecting attack patterns, monitoring network activity, or analyzing logs for unusual behavior. Determinism makes sure that every cybersecurity event has a cause, which allows experts to trace vulnerabilities, understand how breaches…
Journal Entry 3
Researchers can use PrivacyRights.org to track data breaches and look for patterns in how they happen, who they affect, and what kind of information gets exposed. By studying this data, they can determine which industries are most vulnerable, what tactics hackers use, and whether security measures are actually working. It also helps in understanding the…