New Perspectives in Behavioral Cybersecurity: Human Behavior and Decision-Making Models

New Perspectives in Behavioral Cybersecurity provides insights into understanding motivation, personality, and other behavioral approaches to cyberattacks and creating cyberdefenses, with applications in the workplace, financial data management, and fake news proliferation. It is a valuable resource for students, professionals, and researchers in related fields.

Format: Hardback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 27 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

New Perspectives in Behavioral Cybersecurity provides valuable guidance for readers seeking insights into the intersection of human behavior and cybersecurity. By delving into some of the latest ideas and approaches in this field, particularly the emergence of novel techniques brought forth by scholars with diverse backgrounds in addressing these complex issues, the book aims to foster a deeper understanding of motivation, personality, and other behavioral aspects in the context of cyberattacks and the development of effective cyberdefenses.

Cybersecurity concerns in the workplace and the threats posed to individuals are extensively explored. The book also presents a comprehensive analysis of the personality traits of cybersecurity attackers, the dynamics of cybersecurity behavior, and the application of behavioral interventions to mitigate these risks. Furthermore, it highlights the significance of incorporating behavioral economics principles into cybersecurity strategies, emphasizing the role of incentives, decision-making processes, and human psychology in shaping cybersecurity outcomes.

The management and security of financial data is another critical aspect examined in the book. It discusses the importance of integrating software solutions to safeguard sensitive financial information and prevent unauthorized access. The book also explores the challenges associated with studying the proliferation of fake news, emphasizing the need for detecting coordinated inauthentic behavior to mitigate the spread of misinformation and maintain the integrity of online platforms.

This title is particularly well-suited for senior undergraduates, graduate students, and professionals engaged in fields such as ergonomics, human factors, human-computer interaction, computer engineering, and psychology. It offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to understanding and addressing the evolving challenges of behavioral cybersecurity, equipping readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to thrive in this rapidly evolving domain.

Weight: 412g
Dimension: 161 x 242 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032414775