Identifying Various Risks in Cyber-Security and Providing a Mind-Map of Network Security Issues to Mitigate Cyber-Crimes

Abstract

The aim of this review is to acquaint the researcher with the knowledge of cyber-crime. Cyber-crimes are offenses that are carried out against individuals or groups of individuals using computers and networks to commit the crimes. These crimes are carried out intentionally to damage the reputation of a victim or harm the victim physically and psychologically; using modern internet-based communication like emails, chat rooms, notice boards, websites, cell phones, etc. This paper analyzes risk perception in students and precautionary behavior in their use of the internet. It also analyzes various fields that are affected by cyber-crimes that include cyber-bullying in adolescents, cyber-crime in government organizations, and Internet of Things (IoT) and provides an insight into mitigating these hazards. It also provides a mind-map of various network security issues that needs to be considered to avoid cyber-crime.