Study of methods and models for evaluating cyber protection of critical infrastructure of the state

DOI: 10.31673/2409-7292.2024.030001

Abstract

The study "Methods and models for assessing the cyber protection of the state's critical infrastructure" focuses on the analysis of various methods of assessing cyber security risks with the aim of applying them to the protection of the national critical infrastructure. The work assesses the suitability of existing methods based on criteria such as risk identification, cyber incident response, cyber security recovery, cyber security and cyber resilience. Techniques such as FMEA, HAZOP, Checklist, SWIFT and others are considered, analyzing their ability to identify potential threats, respond to actual cyber incidents, ensure rapid recovery of operations and strengthen the overall resilience of the system against future attacks. In addition to the theoretical overview, the work includes a practical aspect, where the effectiveness of various methods and strategies is analyzed using a case study on real critical infrastructure systems. The study also suggests new approaches and models that could improve the integration and implementation of cybersecurity measures, given the complex nature of cyber threats. Thanks to the multifaceted analysis, the work highlights critical aspects in risk assessment and management, which allows for the formulation of recommendations for improving critical infrastructure protection measures. This study is of great importance to policymakers, cybersecurity experts, and critical infrastructure managers, as it provides an in-depth analysis and benchmarking of risk assessment methods, pointing out their strengths and weaknesses in the context of various aspects of cybersecurity.

Keywords: Cyber ​​security, cyber resilience, critical infrastructure, information protection, cyber attack, cyber risks, cyber threat, cyber incidents, methods and models.