CYBER THREATS AND CYBERSECURITY: EMERGING THREATS IN CYBER SPACE AND STRATEGIES TO COUNTER THEM
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Abstract
With the advancement of technological means and information systems, as well as the evolution of new forms of warfare and security threats, information and communication technology has become a focal point for countries across all sectors. Cybersecurity threats now pose a significant danger at both the national and international levels. Their severity is exacerbated by their ability to transcend traditional national boundaries and the global proliferation of networks, shifting from physical reality to digital space.
This study aims to highlight the various threats emanating from cyberspace and their impact on security stability. It seeks to outline the measures taken to address these threats by establishing a legal framework for prevention and response, as well as appropriate sanctions to mitigate the impact of these emerging crimes, which target individuals, data and States, causing them significant losses in various sectors. Such threats represent the stark reality of “electronic colonization” in its most egregious forms.
This research paper examines the effectiveness of legislative policy in mitigating cybersecurity threats, as well as strategies to combat them.
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