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16 articles for “data breaches”
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Dodging Data Breaches: Cybersecurity for Developers
Abstract: In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, coding professionals serve as the architects shaping our technological future. Whether they are web developers, software engineers, cybersecurity specialists, or data analysts, these experts are responsible for building, designing, and securing the digital frameworks that power modern society. Their work ensures that systems function seamlessly, and vast amounts of data are kept safe. However, the growing dependence on technology and digital infrastructure has attracted …
Published in International Journal of Information Security Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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The Dark Side of Technology: Addressing the Rise of Cybercrime and Data Breaches
Abstract: In the digital age, technological advancements have brought about remarkable improvements in communication, business, and daily life. However, these innovations have also given rise to a darker side of the tech world: an increase in cybercrime and data breaches. This article examines the growing threats posed by malicious actors, including hackers, cybercriminal syndicates, and state-sponsored entities, who exploit vulnerabilities in digital systems. It explores the wide-reaching impacts of cybercrime, from …
Published in International Journal of Information Security Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 06–15 Read article
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Healthcare IT Innovations: Blockchain Technology for Healthcare Data Security and Privacy
Abstract: The healthcare sector has undergone a significant digital transformation, leading to the generation and sharing of vast quantities of sensitive medical data. While this digitization has improved patient care and outcomes, it has also introduced critical challenges related to data security and privacy. The increasing rate of data breaches in healthcare puts patient confidentiality at risk, mainly leading to identity theft, financial fraud, and loss of public trust in healthcare …
Published in International Journal of Information Security Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 01–12 Read article
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Role of Blockchain Technology in Health Record Management
Abstract: Maintaining thorough medical records is essential to raising a healthy population in the fast-paced world of global development. Intimidating data breaches have been the consequence of the traditional centralized strategy to maintaining health records, yet it has proven vulnerable. The 2017 Ponemon Cost of Data Breach Study estimated that each compromised healthcare record could incur a significant cost of approximately $380. Regrettably, the 2016 Breach Barometer Report revealed that case …
Published in International Journal of Information Security Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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AI-Driven Psychological Profiling on Social Media: Mechanisms, Ethical Breaches, and Regulatory Challenges in Data Inference
Abstract: This literature review examines AI-driven psychological profiling on social media, analyzing 21 academic studies that focus on machine learning techniques such as supervised learning, deep neural networks, sentiment analysis, and natural language processing. These methodologies infer mental health indicators—such as depression, anxiety, and stress—from users' digital footprints, encompassing linguistic patterns, engagement metrics, and temporal behaviors. While these tools offer potential for early detection of psychological distress, they also raise significant …
Published in Recent Trends in Social Studies · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Enhancing Cyber Security in the Banking Sector Using Biometrics
Abstract: The fast-paced digital evolution within the banking industry has led to a substantial rise in the number of financial transactions conducted through online and mobile platforms. While this transformation has improved customer convenience and service accessibility, it has also exposed banking systems to a wide range of cyber threats, such as identity theft, phishing attacks, credential compromise, and financial fraud. Conventional authentication mechanisms, including passwords and personal identification numbers (PINs), …
Published in International Journal of Wireless Security and Networks · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 15–20 Read article
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Ensuring Data Traceability Across Multiple Cloud Environments
Abstract: This study investigates the challenges and solutions for ensuring data traceability across multiple cloud environments. With organizations' increasing reliance on cloud infrastructure, maintaining data traceability is crucial for compliance, data integrity, and secure data management. The diversity of cloud systems, spanning public, private, and hybrid models, introduces complexities in tracking data lineage, access, and movement. This study delves into multi-cloud strategies' technical and operational hurdles, such as varying data formats, …
Published in International Journal of Data Structure Studies · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 08–22 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review on Federated Learning in Disease Detection
Abstract: Healthcare data, which is frequently dispersed among various organisations, has enormous potential to improve predictive analytics and illness identification. However, there are substantial privacy & legal obstacles to sharing this private data for centralised model training. Federated Learning is a paradigm shift that allows several organisations to work together to build a global model without disclosing raw patient information. Federated Learning uses a larger dataset to provide more reliable insights …
Published in Emerging Trends in Personalized Medicines · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–21 Read article
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Blockchain for Secure Health Records in India: Aligning with Ayushman Bharat
Abstract: India’s healthcare ecosystem continues to face significant hurdles, particularly in the efficient management, protection, and accessibility of patient health records. For decades, medical data in the country has remained scattered across institutions, recorded in incompatible formats, and stored in systems that rarely communicate with each other. These gaps not only slow down clinical decision-making but also increase exposure to data breaches and other cybersecurity risks. In this context, blockchain technology …
Published in International Journal of Information Security Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 01–05 Read article
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Cyber Movement in India: Trends and Challenges
Abstract: India’s digital transformation has led to a rapid expansion of its cyber ecosystem, making it one of the fastest-growing internet economies in the world. This digital revolution is marked by the growth of online infrastructure, a surge in internet users, and the integration of cutting-edge technologies such as AI, blockchain, and 5G. Yet, it also brings its own distinct challenges. Emerging trends such as the rise of digital payments, e-governance, …
Published in International Journal of Information Security Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 13–24 Read article
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Unified Ensemble Techniques for Enhanced DDoS Attack Prevention and Detection
Abstract: Today’s world is entirely reliant on the internet. The internet is a worldwide information source that all users rely on, hence its accessibility is critical. There have been reports in recent years, particularly in the information and technology division of significant organizations worldwide, of data breaches where the terms denial-of-service (DoS) and DDoS are consistently present in the stolen material. Network security is seriously threatened by DoS attacks. They have …
Published in International Journal of Wireless Security and Networks · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 20–27 Read article
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Enhancing Security and Privacy in Smart Factory: A Blockchain Based Solution
Abstract: The manufacturing industry is currently experiencing a transformative shift due to the rise of smart factories, propelled by interconnected devices and automated systems. However, this integration of diverse technologies within smart factories introduces significant concerns regarding security and privacy. This research paper thoroughly investigates the vulnerabilities and threats prevalent in smart factory ecosystems, shedding light on the potential risks associated with centralized data storage and communication channels. The study emphasizes …
Published in International Journal of Wireless Security and Networks · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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Cyber Security Challenges in Developing Countries: A Special Reference to Afghanistan
Abstract: This review paper explores the widespread cybersecurity challenges encountered by developing countries, specifically concentrating on Afghanistan during the period from 2020 to 2024. The study highlights the significant gaps in cybersecurity capabilities, infrastructure, and regulatory frameworks that exacerbate the vulnerability of these nations to cyber threats. Key findings include the lack of basic legal frameworks for countering cybercrime, with only a minority of African states, and presumably other developing regions …
Published in International Journal of Information Security Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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A Study on Security Requirements of IOT
Abstract: In terms of speed, internet technologies have surpassed traditional technologies. Although the Internet's explosive growth has allowed it to reach its full potential, there are several security dangers associated with it. Many consumer-grade IoT devices are not designed with robust authentication protocols, making them easy targets for hackers. To address this, stronger multi-factor authentication (MFA) methods and certificate-based authentication should be implemented to ensure that only legitimate devices gain access …
Published in International Journal of Radio Frequency Innovations · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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A Study on AI-Driven Multi-Layered Defense in 6G Ecosystems
Abstract: The 6G networks bring about new degrees of possible functions related to connectivity, latency, data throughput, and integration with artificial intelligence (AI). This enables advances within healthcare, autonomous systems, and smart cities. The positive impact of rapid advancements must also be balanced with heightened risks due to the sheer volume of gaps that can be exploited, and the complex nature of the alignments and breaches. This results in the breaches …
Published in International Journal of Radio Frequency Innovations · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Mitigation of Location-based Attacks for Increased User Privacy
Abstract: Designing an effective method to mitigate location-based attacks is a pressing imperative in the realm of cybersecurity. As our world becomes increasingly interconnected through the Internet of Things and location-aware services, the risks associated with the misuse of location data continue to escalate. Location-based attacks encompass a spectrum of threats, from geolocation spoofing and eavesdropping to geo-tagging abuse, potentially leading to severe privacy invasions and security breaches. This abstract provides …
Published in International Journal of Mobile Computing Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–5 Read article