Cyber Terrorism: Assessing The Reality And Magnitude Of The Threat
Dr. Mousumi Kalita, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Law, ICFAI University, Tripura
Mr. Akash Majumder, LL.B., Faculty of Law, ICFAI University, Tripura
ABSTRACT
An act of cyberterrorism involves using the internet and other forms of information and communication technology to threaten or cause bodily harm to gain political or ideological power through threat or intimidation. Data theft, data manipulation, and disruption of essential services are all forms of cyberattacks. As digital infrastructure becomes more critical and entry barriers for malicious actors decrease, cyberterrorism has become a growing concern. Detecting, responding, and preventing this crime presents unique challenges for law enforcement and governments, which require a multifaceted approach. Cyberterrorism can have devastating effects on a wide range of people and organizations. A country’s reputation and stability can be damaged, financial losses can occur, and in some cases, even lives can be lost.
Keywords: Cyberterrorisms, Cyberattacks, Ideological power, Data theft, Data manipulation.
