What is malware? Describe how malware were used in the era of digital age?what measures need to be taken by government for national security?

-

What is malware? Describe how malware were used in the era of digital age?what measures need to be taken by government for national security? 


Malware is short for malicious software. It is designed to either gain access to or damage someone’s computer network. 


For example, ransomware is a kind of malware.

Two viruses, Whisper and GravityRAT, were used honey trap 


  1. Financial traps 

  2. Honey traps 

  3. Cyber traps 

  4. Economy traps 

  5. Security traps 

  6. Information sharing traps 

  7. Social media traps 





Measures need to be taken:


  1. Creating  Awareness For example : cyber suraksha programme. 


  1. Improving legal framework : information technology act 2000. 


  1. Strengthening  law enforcement : national data protection bill 2018enforcement law. 


  1. Improved response : national cyber coordination cell. 

  2. Providing guidelines /good practices es /standards : adopt g iso standards, use of authentication software, 

  3. Measuring of malware :


  1. Developed cyber coordinated cells :


  1. Information share at cross borders :


  1. Research and development :


  1.  Institutional mechanism and capacity building :


For  national security point view :



  1. Other measures that India could take include investing in the latest technologies for early and better detection of viruses; 

  2. conducting frequent workshops to sensitise defence personnel against cyber risks;

  3.  conducting timely reviews and audits of all devices; 

  4. developing better protocols in the event of contamination; 

  5. developing a methodology to embed dormant malware in all sensitive data and devices which will be able to track the bad actors and destroy the documents with a programmed kill switch; 

  6. and developing a doctrine to hit back. 

  7. The Defence Cyber Agency should be leveraged towards this end. 

  8. Besides this, best cyber practices must be built amongst fresh recruits

Conclusion :

In this information age, the enemy will be relentless and continue to invest and recruit heavily in these methods. India needs to act fast to deter such threats.. 

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Discuss the impact of social media, overprotective parenting, and the decline of unsupervised outdoor play on children’s emotional well-being?

-
 The emotional well-being of children has been increasingly influenced by several modern factors, including social media, overprotective parenting, and the decline of unsupervised outdoor play. Each of these elements plays a role in shaping children's emotional health, and their combined effects can be complex. Here’s a closer look at how each factor impacts children: 1. Social Media Impact on Emotional Well-being: Increased Anxiety and Depression : Social media can expose children to idealized images and lifestyles, potentially leading to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. For example, seeing peers portray seemingly perfect lives on platforms like Instagram or TikTok can make children feel like they don't measure up. Cyberbullying : Social media can be a medium for cyberbullying, which can lead to increased stress, anxiety, and depression. Victims of online bullying may experience emotional trauma and difficulty trusting others. Reduced Face-to-Face Interaction : Exce...
Read more

How political economy remains decisive in ensuring shared prosperity from technology.Explain?

-
  Political economy plays a crucial role in ensuring that technological advancements lead to shared prosperity rather than exacerbating inequalities. Here’s how: Regulation and Governance : Political decisions shape the regulatory framework that governs how technologies are developed, deployed, and used. Regulations can ensure fair competition, protect consumer rights, and promote inclusivity. For instance, laws can mandate accessibility standards for technology to ensure that all individuals benefit equally. Distribution of Benefits : The political economy determines how the economic benefits of technological progress are distributed. Policies such as progressive taxation or welfare programs can redistribute wealth and ensure that gains from technology benefit a broader segment of society, not just the wealthy or tech-savvy. Labor Market Dynamics : Technology often disrupts traditional industries and jobs. Political decisions influence how governments respond to these changes thro...
Read more

Discuss the Salient features of cultural tradition of south India as reflected in Sangam leterature?15M

-
Introduction :  The Sangam Age in Indian history witnessed the rapid development of literary works in the southern regions. The literature that was created during this time came to be known as Sangam literature Mostly literary sources help us to understand t he society and culture of the Sangam age , which provides information regarding t he classification of the people, caste system , various occupations , practice of slavery , d ress and food hab it, status of women , religious practice s, education a nd other f ine ar t. Sources to understand Cultural Tradition of south India  The literatures are the primary sources for understanding the socio-cultural life of the people of Sangam age. The literatures of the Sangam age consists of the earliest Tamil literary works such as Tolkappiyam, the Ettutogai (Eight Anthologies), the Pattuppattu (Ten Idylls), the Pandinenkilkanakku (Eight Minor works) and the Five Epics Silappathikaram, Manimegalai, Sivaga Sindamani, Valaiyap...
Read more