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Remote Labs in Cybersecurity Education: Analyzing Software Requirements and Challenges

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  • Nesreen Otoum

    (Software Engineering Department, University of Petra, Jordan)

  • Ali Al Maqousi

    (Department of Information Security, University of Petra, Jordan)

  • Mohammad Alauthman

    (Department of Information Security, University of Petra, Jordan)

  • Ammar Almomani

    (Department of Computer Information Science, Higher Colleges of Technology, Sharjah, UAE)

Abstract

Remote cybersecurity laboratories (remote labs) have become increasingly central to academic and professional training in cybersecurity, offering hands-on experiences and reducing the infrastructure requirements for institutions. This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of the software requirements and challenges associated with implementing remote labs in cybersecurity education. The authors review existing literature; highlight gaps; propose best practices for designing robust, scalable, and secure remote lab environments; and emphasize the significance of addressing pedagogical needs alongside technical constraints. The insights presented aim to guide educators, system designers, and policymakers toward effective adoption and improvement of remote cybersecurity labs.

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  • Nesreen Otoum & Ali Al Maqousi & Mohammad Alauthman & Ammar Almomani, 2025. "Remote Labs in Cybersecurity Education: Analyzing Software Requirements and Challenges," International Journal of Cloud Applications and Computing (IJCAC), IGI Global, vol. 15(1), pages 1-27, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:igg:jcac00:v:15:y:2025:i:1:p:1-27
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