An overview of modern cybersecurity threats and challenges
Cybersecurity poses a significant challenge in today’s world, intertwining complex political and technological aspects. To understand its origins, we must explore its historical beginnings. When computing emerged in the mid-20th century, systems were already susceptible to threats. Even in an era without the internet and fewer malicious actors, well-intentioned individuals could inadvertently introduce risks through simple errors.
The introduction of public internet access led more people to share their personal information online. Criminal organizations recognized the potential for financial gain and began targeting individuals and governments for data theft through web-based attacks, which saw a significant increase by the mid-1990s.
Think about the critical systems that underpin our modern society, from the vehicles we drive and the banks securing our finances to the healthcare facilities preserving our lives...
