Get Started with Cyber Security and Its landscape- null Kolkata Meet 16 September 2023 Monthly Meetup

1. Get Started with Cyber Security and Its Landscape
- An introduction to the dynamic field of
cybersecurity, covering its vast landscape.
By Anurag Roy
● 1st Year Undergraduate Student of Techno India University of B.Tech CSE
AI.
● Secured 17th rank in Kolkata Police Hackathon, 2022.
● Currently working as a Cyber Security intern of Special Task Force
Kolkata Police.

2. What is
Cybersecurity?
Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting computer
systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access,
use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. It
is a broad field that encompasses a wide range of topics,
from technical security measures to human behavior.
The main goal of cybersecurity is to protect the
confidentiality, integrity, and availability of
information. Confidentiality means that only authorized
individuals can access information. Integrity means that
information is not modified or tampered with in an
unauthorized way. Availability means that information is
accessible when needed.

3. Why is cybersecurity
important?
Cybersecurity is important because it helps to protect our digital assets,
including sensitive personal and financial information, intellectual property,
and critical infrastructure. Cyberattacks can have serious consequences,
including financial loss, reputational damage, and even physical harm.
Here are some of the reasons why cybersecurity is important:
● To protect sensitive information: Our digital devices contain a
vast amount of sensitive information, such as our personal
identification numbers (PINs), credit card numbers, and passwords.
If this information is stolen, it can be used to commit identity theft,
fraud, and other crimes.
● To protect intellectual property: Businesses invest a lot of time
and money in developing intellectual property, such as trade
secrets, patents, and trademarks. If this information is stolen, it can
give their competitors an unfair advantage.
● To protect critical infrastructure: Our critical infrastructure,
such as power grids, transportation systems, and water systems, is
increasingly dependent on computer networks. A cyberattack on
these systems could have a devastating impact on our economy and
society.
● To protect national security: Governments rely on computer
networks to collect and store intelligence information, coordinate
military operations, and deliver essential services to citizens. A
cyberattack on these networks could pose a serious threat to
national security.
Cybersecurity is a complex and ever-evolving field. By understanding the
importance of cybersecurity and the threats it poses, we can all take steps to
protect ourselves and our organizations from attack.

4. The cyber security
landscape
The cybersecurity landscape is constantly evolving, with new threats emerging
all the time. Here are some of the most notable trends in the cyber security
landscape in 2023:
● Increased use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning
(ML) by cybercriminals: AI and ML are being used by cybercriminals
to automate their attacks and make them more sophisticated. This
makes it more difficult for organizations to defend themselves.
● Rise of supply chain attacks: Supply chain attacks are becoming
increasingly common. These attacks target the suppliers of
organizations, such as their cloud providers or software vendors. By
compromising a supplier, cybercriminals can gain access to an
organization's systems and data.
● Increased focus on ransomware: Ransomware is a type of malware
that encrypts a victim's data and demands a ransom payment in order
to decrypt it. Ransomware attacks are on the rise, and they are
becoming more sophisticated.
● Increased use of social engineering: Social engineering is a
technique that uses human psychology to trick victims into giving up
their personal information or clicking on malicious links. Social
engineering attacks are often used to launch other types of cyber
attacks, such as phishing and malware attacks.
● Growing importance of cloud security: Cloud computing is
becoming increasingly popular, and this is also increasing the attack
surface for organizations. Cloud security is a critical issue for
organizations that use cloud services.
These are just some of the most notable trends in the cyber security landscape
in 2023. By understanding these trends, organizations can take steps to protect
themselves from attack.

5. Types of
Cyber Threats
Phishing-Phishing is a type of social engineering attack that involves sending fraudulent emails or text
messages that appear to be from a legitimate source. The goal is to trick the recipient into clicking on
a malicious link or providing personal information.
Malware- Malware is a software that is designed to harm a computer system. Malware can take many
different forms, such as viruses, worms, trojans, ransomware, spyware, and adware.
Ransomware- Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts a victim's files and demands a ransom
payment in order to decrypt them. Ransomware attacks are on the rise, and they can be very costly for
victims.
Data breaches- A data breach is a security incident that results in the unauthorized access,
acquisition, or disclosure of sensitive data. Sensitive data can include personal information, such as
names, addresses, and Social Security numbers; financial information, such as credit card numbers
and bank account numbers; and intellectual property, such as trade secrets and patents.
Zero-day attacks- A zero-day attack is a cyber-attack that exploits a vulnerability in software or
hardware that is unknown to the software vendor or hardware manufacturer. This means that there is
no patch available to fix the vulnerability, and the attacker has a window of opportunity to exploit the
vulnerability before the vendor can release a patch.
Supply chain attacks-A supply chain attack is a cyber-attack that targets the suppliers of an
organization, such as their cloud providers or software vendors. By compromising a supplier,
cybercriminals can gain access to an organization's systems and data.
Insider threats-
An insider threat is a security risk that comes from someone who has authorized access to an
organization's systems and data. Insider threats can be intentional or unintentional, and they can be
caused by a variety of factors, such as disgruntled employees, careless employees, or even organized
crime.

6. Cybersecurity Best
Practices
● Keep your software up to date
● Use strong passwords and change them
regularly
● Be careful about what information you
share online
● Use a firewall and antivirus software
● Be aware of social engineering attacks
● Train your employees on cybersecurity

7. The Future of
Cybersecurity
● The continued growth of the internet
● The increasing use of mobile devices
● The rise of artificial intelligence
● The increasing sophistication of cyber
threats

8. Conclusion
● Cybersecurity is a complex and ever-
changing field
● It is important to stay up-to-date on the
latest threats and best practices
● There are many resources available to
help you learn more about cybersecurity

9. Thank You You Can Connect with me on My Linkedin for any
queries/doubts :
https://www.linkedin.com/in/anuragroy485/