A Software Engineering Framework For Enhancing Cyber Security in Network Systems
A Software Engineering Framework For Enhancing Cyber Security in Network Systems
Technical Seminar
On
3 National Security
Cyberattacks pose a serious threat to national security,
impacting critical infrastructure and government operations.
Challenges in Securing Network Systems
Complexity Evolving Threats Resource Constraints
Modern network systems are highly Cybercriminals constantly develop Organizations may face resource
complex, making it difficult to secure new attack methods, requiring constraints in terms of budget, staff,
every point of vulnerability. security measures to be constantly and expertise, hindering their ability
updated. to implement comprehensive
security solutions.
Limitations of
Traditional Security
Approaches
Reactive Siloed Security
Traditional approaches often Security measures are often
rely on reactive measures, implemented in silos, failing
responding to attacks after to consider the
they occur. interconnectedness of
network systems.
Manual Processes
Many security tasks are still performed manually, prone to human
error and inefficient for handling large-scale networks.
Introducing the Software
Engineering Framework
1 Proactive Approach
The framework promotes a proactive approach to
cybersecurity, addressing vulnerabilities before they are
exploited.
2 Holistic Security
It emphasizes holistic security, considering the entire
network system and all its components.
3 Automation
Automation is leveraged to streamline security tasks,
enhancing efficiency and reducing human error.
Key Components of the
Framework
Analyze Vulnerabilities
Identify weaknesses in network systems that could be
exploited by threats.
Assess Risks
Evaluate the likelihood and impact of threats exploiting
vulnerabilities.
Secure Software
Development Life Cycle
Security Requirements Define security requirements
at the beginning of
development.
Secure Coding Practices Implement secure coding
practices to minimize
vulnerabilities.