Prospects of Cybersecurity in Smart Cities

Almeida, Fernando

doi:10.3390/fi15090285

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“…In short, this study suggests that an organisational cybersecurity culture should be included in smart cities and travel and tourism firms, as well as improving security protocols and systems to identify and prevent cyberattacks successfully. Combining cybersecurity and tourism activities in the development of smart cities is of paramount importance considering that smart city challenges are complex and multifaceted [123].…”

Section: Cyberattack Incidents In the Travel And Hospitality Industriesmentioning

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The Cybersecurity Applied by Online Travel Agencies and Hotels to Protect Users’ Private Data in Smart Cities

Florido-Benítez

2024

Smart Cities

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The purpose of this paper is to analyse the cybersecurity in online travel agencies (OTAs) and hotel sectors to protect users’ private data in smart cities. Methodologically, this research uses a sample of information about cyberattacks that occurred during the period of 2000–2023 in companies operating as OTAs and in the travel, tourism, and food sectors, which was obtained from research articles. Then, we had to expand the research to include updated information about cyberattacks from digital newspapers, regulatory sources, and state data breach notification sites like CSIS, KonBriefing, EUROCONTROL, and GlobalData. The findings of the current research prove that hotels and OTAs were constantly exposed to cyberattacks in the period analysed, especially by data breaches and malware attacks; in fact, this is the main novelty of this research. In addition, these incidents were severe for both guests and tourism companies because their vulnerabilities and consequences affect the reputation of companies and smart cities where these firms operate, as well as consumer confidence. The results also showed that most of the cyberattacks examined in this manuscript were aimed at stealing information about the companies’ and users’ private data such as email addresses; credit card numbers, security codes, and expiration dates; and encoded magstripe data; among many other types of data. Cyberattacks and cyberthreats never disappear completely in the travel and tourism sectors because these illegal activities are closely related to the hacker’s thirst for power, fame, and wealth.

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Section: Cyberattack Incidents In the Travel And Hospitality Industriesmentioning

confidence: 99%

The Cybersecurity Applied by Online Travel Agencies and Hotels to Protect Users’ Private Data in Smart Cities

Florido-Benítez

2024

Smart Cities

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“…Citizens should be aware of phishing efforts and recognise the potential implications of opening random attachments or following links from suspicious communications out of ignorance. [14][15][16][17][18]…”

Section: Strategies and Framework Of Cyber Securitymentioning

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Prospects of Cyber Security in Smart Cities

Asimithaa K,

Aishwarya R I,

Tanish Milind Salunkhe

et al. 2024

Int Res J Adv Engg Hub

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As the world continues to embrace digital transformation the concept of smart cites has gained significant transaction. The phrase “smart city” is widely used to denote the use of information and communication technologies(ICT) to improve urban services and infrastructure. These cities leverage information and communication technologies, community-wide data and intelligent solution to optimize governance and improve the quality of life for citizens. Smart cities encompass a wide range of interconnected system and technologies that are designed to enhance various aspects of urban life. These can include smart grids, smart buildings, smart transportation systems and smart health care solutions. By integrating these technologies cities can improve efficiency and sustainability of the residents. Due to the valuable data that smart cities gather and process, as well as the vulnerabilities in their intricate systems, these cities are attractive targets for malicious cyber attackers. Cyber-attacks may also result in the capture and misuse of citizens' private information or video footage of their activities. For these reasons, it is imperative that cities prioritise cyber security measures to safeguard their citizens and infrastructure from potential cyber threats.

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“…The implementation of robust cybersecurity systems to protect CPS (Cyber-Physical Systems) from threats and attacks involves combining technologies, enabling better security surveillance in the city. This allows for the identification of unusual events or suspicious behaviour (Almeida, 2023). This includes safeguarding shared data, such as banking transactions, vehicle information, geolocation, etc.…”

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Neurotechnologies Applied to Society's Perception of Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) in Smart Cities

Juárez-Varón,

Gaón,

Mengual-Recuerda

et al. 2024

International Journal on Semantic Web and Information Systems

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This study aims to quantify the perception of value and acceptance by citizens of the use of cyber-physical systems (CPS) in transportation systems and smart cities using neurotechnologies. The work has been developed in the main cities of the following Latin American countries: Spain, Ecuador, Colombia, and Argentina. Targeting urban, public transport-using graduates, it assesses CPS in smart cities and user experiences. Triangulating qualitative research and neurotechnology, the study extends the taxonomy of emotional domains. The results indicate that users do not always assign equivalent importance to what they truly feel, and it is noteworthy that the most important factor, both quantitatively and emotionally, is the application of CPS to improve efficiency in public transportation. The implications of these analyses are discussed in the final part of the article with the aim of providing recommendations to policymakers on the key aspects to be considered in the design and development of CPS for use in smart cities.

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Prospects of Cybersecurity in Smart Cities

Cited by 12 publications

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The Cybersecurity Applied by Online Travel Agencies and Hotels to Protect Users’ Private Data in Smart Cities

The Cybersecurity Applied by Online Travel Agencies and Hotels to Protect Users’ Private Data in Smart Cities

Prospects of Cyber Security in Smart Cities

Neurotechnologies Applied to Society's Perception of Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) in Smart Cities

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