Evolution of Cyber Attacks in India: 2015-2020
Summary
This article discusses the evolution of cyber attacks in India between 2015 and 2020, focusing on how attackers leveraged major local and global events, including the COVID-19 pandemic and sporting events, to propagate malware. The presentation aims to highlight these trends and the advancements in security technologies designed to counter them.
IFF Assessment
The article details how cyber attackers adapt their methods by exploiting global and local events, posing an ongoing challenge for defenders.
Defender Context
Defenders need to be aware of how threat actors leverage trending events and public interest to craft their attacks, as this can lead to more widespread and effective malware propagation. Understanding these correlation trends can help in anticipating and mitigating future attack vectors.