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| Title | Understanding Local Government Cybersecurity Policy: A Concept Map And Framework |
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| ID_Doc | 59467 |
| Authors | Hossain S.T.; Yigitcanlar T.; Nguyen K.; Xu Y. |
| Year | 2024 |
| Published | Information (Switzerland), 15, 6 |
| DOI | http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/info15060342 |
| Abstract | Cybersecurity is a crucial concern for local governments as they serve as the primary interface between public and government services, managing sensitive data and critical infrastructure. While technical safeguards are integral to cybersecurity, the role of a well-structured policy is equally important as it provides structured guidance to translate technical requirements into actionable protocols. This study reviews local governments’ cybersecurity policies to provide a comprehensive assessment of how these policies align with the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Cybersecurity Framework 2.0, which is a widely adopted and commonly used cybersecurity assessment framework. This review offers local governments a mirror to reflect on their cybersecurity stance, identifying potential vulnerabilities and areas needing urgent attention. This study further extends the development of a cybersecurity policy framework, which local governments can use as a strategic tool. It provides valuable information on crucial cybersecurity elements that local governments must incorporate into their policies to protect confidential data and critical infrastructure. © 2024 by the authors. |
| Author Keywords | cyber-attacks; cybersecurity; cybersecurity policy; local council; local government; municipality; smart city |
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