Journal of Advanced Zoology

ISSN: 0253-7214
Volume 44 Issue S-8 Year 2023 Page 69:72

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Artificial Intelligence In Cyber Security

P. S. Dandge1*, U. I. Dawre2, R. F. Shirshikar3
1*
Department of Information Technology ,Changu Kana Thakur Arts, Commerce and Science College New
Panvel, Maharashtra 410206, India. [email protected]
2
Department of Information Technology , Changu Kana Thakur ACS College New Panvel, Maharashtra
410206, India. [email protected]
3
Department of Information Technology, Changu Kana Thakur ACS College New Panvel, Autonomous
Maharashtra 410206, India. [email protected]

*Corresponding Author: P. S. Dandge

[email protected]

Abstract

As cyber threats continue to evolve in complexity and sophistication, the

integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity has emerged as a
critical frontier for enhancing threat detection, response, and mitigation
strategies. This research paper provides a comprehensive examination of the
current state of AI applications in cybersecurity, evaluating their strengths,
weaknesses, and potential impact on the evolving threat landscape. The
study employs a multidimensional methodology, incorporating a thorough
literature review, case studies, interviews with cybersecurity experts, and
analysis of real-world incidents
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CC-BY-NC-SA 4.0 Keywords: Ai, Cyber Security

INTRODUCTION

Today, in cyber world where everything is digital & data is king. Data security (especially sensitive or personal
data) is now more important than ever. Hackers are becoming smarter day by day & they are more innovative
in exploiting the vulnerable data, organizations, and governments. With new cyberattacks, data bridges, & data
breaches, data poisoning, hackers attacks, and crashes come to light almost every day. Cyber criminals pose a
threat to organizations, businesses, governments who use computer networks. Cyber-attacks have been ranked
as one of the top five most likely sources of global-scale risk. Attacks to networks are becoming more complex
& cybercriminals are becoming more sophisticated every day. This compels organizations & others users of
computer networks to pay close attention to their network security.
Cybersecurity refers to technology & practices designed to protect networks & information from damage or
unauthorized access. It is vital because governments, companies, & military organizations collect, process, &
store a lot of data. Cybersecurity takes different forms including military, law enforcement, judicial, commerce,
infrastructure, interior, intelligence, & information systems. The cybersecurity is a dynamic field involving
information systems, computer science, & criminology. The security objectives have been availability,
authentication, confidentiality, nonrepudiation, & integrity.
Cyber attacks are threatening the operation of businesses, banks, companies, & government networks. They
vary from illegal crime of individual citizen to actions of groups, terrorists. Cyber attacks or threats include
malware, phishing, denialof-service attacks, social engineering attacks, & man-in-the-middle attack.
Cybersecurity involves reducing the risk of cyberattacks. Cyber risks should be manage proactively by
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management. Cybersecurity technologies such as firewalls are widely available [2].

LITERATURE REVIEW

Ganesan. R. (2010): In his study he cautioned about spam mails sent by hackers. He introduces a new word
scareware which is fake mail detecting software.
It cautions about all sort of communications over internet and warns not to open mails from open sources.
Govardhan. S. (2010): In his paper, he emphasized more on dynamic challenges faced by cyber security. In
this day and age, hacker’s intentions are malicious and to achieve it they are thinking out of box which a great
threat for cyber security. He explained this by taking a classic example of operation aurora.
Selvakani, Maheshwari and Karavanasundari (2010): This study reveals the importance of cyber laws to
protect the interest of cyber victims. AI should help in designing a strong law which can use effectively to
trace cyber crimes.
Shukla R and Upadyaya A. (2011): This paper focuses more on financial data vulnerability. Now a day’s
people are more dependent on electronic banking activities. 90% of total commercial transactions are done
online. Majority of cyber crimes are in banking industry only. Therefore this field requires high security and
best practices.
Karheek D. N., Kumar M. A., Kumar M. R. P. (2012): This paper throws an attention in cryptographic
measures. The basic problem in cryptography is security. By introducing new measures like quantum channel,
cyber attacks can be reduced.
Balamuralikrishna I. T., Raghavendrasai, Sukumar S. (2012): It focuses on online frauds by various sites.
In order to reduce the frauds the two techniques i.e. image matching and web page matching mechanism are
helpful.

OBJECTIVES THE STUDY

● To examine the effectiveness of AI technologies in detecting and preventing cyber threats.

● To investigate how these technologies contribute to threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability
analysis.
● To identify potential challenges and risks associated with the integration of AI in cybersecurity frameworks.
● To explore how AI can contribute to the proactive identification of emerging cyber threats.
● To evaluate the effectiveness of human-machine partnerships in incident response and decision-making.
● To explore privacy implications and potential biases in AI algorithms used for cybersecurity.

METHODOLOGY

Understanding the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity and the technologies employed to identify
and prevent cyber attacks involves the collection and analysis of data related to cybersecurity incidents. This
process often utilizes secondary data sources, such as incident reports, threat intelligence feeds, and publicly
available information. In conjunction with the collection of this data, statistical tools, including measures of
central tendency (simple and weighted averages) and percentile analysis, are applied to extract valuable
insights.

● Algorithmic Analysis:
Definition: Analyzing the algorithms used in AI models to understand their efficiency, complexity, and
computational requirements.
Application: Algorithmic analysis is crucial for assessing the scalability and performance of AI models,
especially in terms of time and space complexity.

Data Collection and Data Analysis

Cybersecurity incident data is gathered from diverse sources. Incident reports generated by organizations detail
security events, breaches, and attempted attacks, providing a wealth of contextual information. Additionally,
subscribing to threat intelligence feeds offers real-time updates on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and
indicators of compromise. Publicly available data, including open-source intelligence (OSINT), news articles,
and government reports, supplements the collection process. Aggregating and processing this information is a
critical step, involving the organization and structuring of data for subsequent analysis.
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● Cyber Harassment: July-Dec 2018: 565 incidents Jan-Jun 2019: 784 incidents Increase: +219 incidents
Elaboration: Cyber harassment incidents increased by 219 from the second half of 2018 to the first half of
2019. This rise could be attributed to evolving online behaviors, increased social media usage, or changes in
reporting mechanisms. Understanding the nature of these incidents and the platforms involved is essential for
devising targeted prevention and response strategies.

● Online Fraud:
July-Dec 2018: 5789 incidents
Jan-Jun 2019: 5965 incidents
Increase: +180 incidents
Elaboration: The increase in online fraud incidents suggests a persistent threat landscape. Organizations and
individuals need to stay vigilant against evolving fraud tactics. Analyzing the specific types of online fraud
and the methods employed can guide the implementation of more effective cybersecurity measures and user
awareness campaigns.

● Spam:
July-Dec 2018: 655 incidents
Jan-Jun 2019: 698 incidents
Increase: +44 incidents
Elaboration: While spam may seem less severe than some other cyber threats, the increase indicates a need for
improved email filtering and user education. Organizations should assess the sources and content of spam to
enhance email security measures and protect against potential phishing attacks.

● Content-related Incidents:
July-Dec 2018: 755 incidents
Jan-Jun 2019: 797 incidents
Increase: +41 incidents
Elaboration: Content-related incidents encompass a broad category, including issues like inappropriate
content, copyright violations, or other content policy breaches. Understanding the specific nature of these
incidents can guide content moderation efforts and ensure a safer online environment.

Role of Artificial Intelligence:

● Pattern Recognition and Anomaly Detection:

AI excels in identifying patterns and anomalies within large datasets. In cybersecurity, this capability allows
AI systems to analyze historical incident data, recognizing patterns associated with known threats and detecting
anomalies indicative of novel attack vectors.

● Behavioral Analysis:
Behavioral analysis, facilitated by AI, involves studying user activities and network traffic. By learning normal
behavior, AI can identify deviations signaling potential security incidents, contributing to the detection of
insider threats or advanced persistent threats (APTs).

● Machine Learning for Threat Detection:

Machine learning models are trained on extensive datasets to recognize malicious patterns and characteristics.
These models can then operate in real-time, identifying and blocking potential threats based on learned
patterns.

● Natural Language Processing (NLP):NLP enables the analysis of unstructured data, such as text from
incident reports, forums, or social media. AI-driven NLP provides additional context and insights into
emerging threats or vulnerabilities.

BENEFITS OF AI IN CYBERSECURITY

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● Unknown Threats: A human individual may not be able to recognize all of a company's dangers. Every
year, hackers carry out hundreds of millions of assaults for a variety of reasons. Unknown threats may do a lot
of harm to the network. As attackers try new strategies, such as sophisticated social engineering and malware
assaults, contemporary solutions are needed to protect against them. AI has shown to be one of the most
successful technologies for spotting & preventing unanticipated threats from wrecking havoc on the company.
● Better Vulnerability Management Vulnerability management is essential to securing a company’s
network. As mentioned earlier, a median company deals with several threats daily. It must detect, establish
and stop them to be safe. AI helps you assess systems faster than cyber security personel, there by increasing
your downside determination ability manifold. That creates it potential to manage vulnerability and secure
business systems in time.
● Ai Authentication And Security Most websites have a user account feature where one logs in to access
services or buy products. Visitors are required to fill out sensitive information on some websites' contact forms.
As a business, you must add an additional layer of protection because running such a site entails handling
sensitive data and personal information. Your visitors' safety while using your network is guaranteed by the
extra security layer. Every time a user tries to connect into their account, AI secures authentication.

CONCLUSION

Today, people are living in cyber world where total data or information is maintained in digital/online form.
The information may be related to personal life, financial transactions, intellectual property or any other official
information which is important in nature. The integration of AI technologies has yielded substantial
achievements in bolstering the capabilities of cybersecurity defenses. From augmenting threat intelligence to
enhancing anomaly detection and incident response, AI has demonstrated its prowess in navigating the
complexities of modern cyber threats.
The future trajectory of AI in cybersecurity, it is imperative to consider the recommendations derived from
this research. Interdisciplinary collaboration, continuous research, and the development of adaptive AI models
are paramount. Ethical frameworks must evolve alongside technological advancements to ensure responsible
and accountable use. The imperative for global cooperation in establishing regulatory standards becomes
increasingly apparent, transcending geographical boundaries to fortify the collective defense against cyber
threats

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