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You will be required to write one term paper this semester. The specifications are as follows:
You must write a 5-8 page term paper on a topic of your choice related to cybercrime (ALL TOPICS MUST BE APPROVED). Some examples would include, how to avoid being a victim of cybercrime, the laws surrounding cybercrime, a recent incident related to cybercrime or pick an individual cybercrime and discuss the impact this crime has on society. Please write the term paper in a Word document and then upload it for grading.
Your term paper outline is due at the end of Week 2.
Your term paper is due at the end of Week 8.
In addition to the 5-8 pages of the paper itself, you must include a title page and a reference page.
Your title page must include the title of your paper, the date, the name of the course, your name, and your instructor’s name.
Your reference page must be written in APA citation style, Arial or Time New Roman styles, 12-point font.
Page margins Top, Bottom, Left Side, and Right Side = 1 inch, with reasonable accommodation being made for special situations.
Your paper must be in your own words, representing original work. Paraphrases of others’ work must include attributions to the authors. Limit quotations to an average of no more than 3-5 lines, and use quotations sparingly. It is always better to write the information in your own words than to directly quote.
When submitting the paper, it will automatically run through Turnitin for review. PAPERS WITH AN ORIGINALITY REPORT FROM TURNITIN OVER 15% OR OVER 2% FROM A SINGLE SOURCE WILL RESULT IN A ZERO GRADE.
PER THE STUDENT HANDBOOK, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A PAPER THAT HAS BEEN SUBMITTED IN ANOTHER COURSE.
Term Paper Rubric (100 Points)
Synthesis of Concepts 50
Fulfilled Assignment Requirements 25
Writing Standards – APA Format 15
Timeliness 10
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OUTLINE:
Cybersecurity Challenges in the Age of Advanced Persistent Threats: A Comprehensive
Analysis of Ransomware Attacks
Student name
Institution
Course
11/19/2023
Thesis Statement
The escalating frequency and sophistication of ransomware attacks pose severe challenges to
cybersecurity, demanding a multifaceted approach that combines technological innovation,
legislative measures, and international collaboration to effectively combat and mitigate the
impact of these cyber threats.
Outline
I. Introduction
A. Definition of Ransomware
B. Significance of Ransomware Attacks in the Cybersecurity Landscape
C. Purpose of the Paper
II. Historical Evolution of Ransomware
A. Early Instances of Ransomware
B. Technological Advancements Fueling Ransomware Evolution
III. Anatomy of Ransomware Attacks
A. Infection Vectors
1. Phishing
2. Malvertising
3. Exploit Kits
B. Encryption Techniques
C. Payment Mechanisms and Cryptocurrencies
IV. Impact of Ransomware Attacks
A. Financial Consequences
B. Operational Disruptions
C. Reputational Damage
V. Case Studies
A. Notable Ransomware Attacks
1. WannaCry
2. NotPetya
3. DarkSide
B. Lessons Learned from Past Incidents
VI. Cybersecurity Measures Against Ransomware
A. Endpoint Protection
B. Email Security Solutions
C. Regular Backups and Recovery Plans
D. Employee Training and Awareness
VII. Legal and Regulatory Responses
A. Current Cybersecurity Legislation
B. Challenges in Prosecution and Attribution
C. International Cooperation Efforts
VIII. Ethical Considerations
A. Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
B. Balancing Privacy Concerns with Cybersecurity Measures
IX. Future Trends and Innovations
A. Artificial Intelligence in Ransomware Detection
B. Blockchain Technology for Enhanced Security
C. International Collaboration Initiatives
X. Conclusion
A. Recap of Key Findings
B. Call to Action for Strengthening Cybersecurity Resilience
The purpose of this proposed term paper is to present a thorough analysis of the
environment around ransomware assaults, looking at their impact, historical development, and
defenses. Through an examination of case studies, legal reactions, ethical issues, and future
trends, the study aims to enhance comprehension of the difficulties presented by ransomware and
suggests approaches for a stronger cybersecurity framework.
Reference
Brill, A., & Thompson, E. (2019). Ransomware, A Tool and Opportunity for Terrorist Financing
and Cyberwarfare. Defence Against Terrorism Review, 12.
McIntosh, T., Kayes, A. S. M., Chen, Y. P. P., Ng, A., & Watters, P. (2021). Ransomware mitigation
in the modern era: A comprehensive review, research challenges, and future
directions. ACM
Computing
Surveys
(CSUR), 54(9),
1-36.
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/TimothyMcintosh/publication/354331543_Ransomware_Mitigation_in_the_Modern_Era_A_Com
prehensive_Review_Research_Challenges_and_Future_Directions/links/64f5c81b4c7068
7b8ed00c8d/Ransomware-Mitigation-in-the-Modern-Era-A-Comprehensive-ReviewResearch-Challenges-and-Future-Directions.pdf
Ryan, M. (2021). Ransomware Revolution: The Rise of a Prodigious Cyber Threat (p. 164).
Berlin/Heidelberg,
Germany:
https://gerdab.ir/files/fa/news/1400/7/17/50409_144.pdf
Springer.
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