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| Title | Cybersecurity Assurance In Smart Cities: A Risk Management Perspective |
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| ID_Doc | 17005 |
| Authors | Chaudhuri A.; Bozkus Kahyaoglu S. |
| Year | 2023 |
| Published | EDPACS, 67, 4 |
| DOI | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/07366981.2023.2165293 |
| Abstract | Smart cities are interconnected in a complex web of interdependent systems that are critical for functioning of smart services for better living. However, cybersecurity risks in smart cities are a growing concern for smart city councils and governments globally. As more city services are being brought online and connected with other services, the cybersecurity threat surface is also increasing. We experience a surge in exploitation of security vulnerabilities in smart service operations in cities on a global scale. Incidents of cyberattacks bringing down critical smart services like smart grids and other digital infrastructure are now occurring frequently. These cyberattacks are anticipated to increase further on a larger scale if smart city councils do not take a proactive approach toward cybersecurity risk management and assurance. Managing the cyber risks of smart cities is an understudied area of information systems and cybersecurity research domains that is necessary for the development of cyber-resilient societies. This paper attempts to address this gap. It is based on the premise that cybersecurity risks in smart cities cannot be avoided; instead, they must be proactively identified, assessed, and managed. This paper provides an overview of interdependent systems in smart cities, cybersecurity risks in the context of interdependent systems, and impact of recent cyberattacks on public services in cities across the globe. The significance of risk management and assurance in smart cities is introduced in this paper to address the cybersecurity risks arising from system of systems. Cybersecurity risk management utilizing NIST’s Risk Management Framework has been recommended in this paper for smart city councils through a step-wise approach, highlighting the necessary actions for effective operational cybersecurity risk assurance. © Copyright 2023 Taylor & Francis–All rights reserved. |
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