Cyber Security in Parallel and Distributed Computing
by Dac-Nhuong Le, Raghvendra Kumar, Brojo Kishore Mishra, Jyotir Moy Chatterjee, Manju Khari
Chapter 1Introduction on Cybersecurity
Ishaani Priyadarshini
University of Delaware, Newark, Delaware, USA
Abstract
In a world ruled by speed and perfection, technology relies primarily on computer science. Be it a simple act of sending an email or a critical act of conveying billions of dollars, almost everything is merely a click away. The world of computer science keeps people engaged in activities like gaming, website surfing, social media, banking, digital citizenship, etc., with a grip spanning many domains such as hardware, software, network, data, etc. Because so many activities rely on computers, they attract criminals, which ultimately leads to cybercrime, which could be as elementary as basic hacking or as elaborate as ransomware attacks or financial cybercrimes. The consequences may vary from loss of personal or sensitive information to loss of massive amounts of money. Thus, the need to ensure cybersecurity is paramount. In this chapter, we will take a look at the concept of cybersecurity, its causes, consequences and principles. The idea of cybersecurity is not only limited to small firms and educational institutions, but also spreads across various industries and governments, making it one of the most significant areas of study. In the past, certain objectives have been proposed to safeguard such critical cyber infrastructures. Certain standards, guidelines and practices have found their place in cybersecurity frameworks to ...