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Counterattacking Cyber Threats: A Framework for the Future of Cybersecurity

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  • Muhammad Fakhrul Safitra

    (School of Industrial Engineering, Telkom University, Bandung 40257, Indonesia)

  • Muharman Lubis

    (School of Industrial Engineering, Telkom University, Bandung 40257, Indonesia)

  • Hanif Fakhrurroja

    (School of Industrial Engineering, Telkom University, Bandung 40257, Indonesia
    National Research and Innovation Agency, Jakarta Pusat 10340, Indonesia)

Abstract

Amidst the rapid advancements in the digital landscape, the convergence of digitization and cyber threats presents new challenges for organizational security. This article presents a comprehensive framework that aims to shape the future of cyber security. This framework responds to the complexities of modern cyber threats and provides guidance to organizations to enhance their resilience. The primary focus lies in the integration of capabilities with resilience. By combining these elements into cyber security practices, organizations can improve their ability to predict, mitigate, respond to, and recover from cyber disasters. This article emphasizes the importance of organizational leadership, accountability, and innovation in achieving cyber resilience. As cyber threat challenges continue to evolve, this framework offers strategic guidance to address the intricate dynamics between digitization and cyber security, moving towards a safer and more robust digital environment in the future.

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  • Muhammad Fakhrul Safitra & Muharman Lubis & Hanif Fakhrurroja, 2023. "Counterattacking Cyber Threats: A Framework for the Future of Cybersecurity," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 15(18), pages 1-32, September.
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