Proposed arrangements and cyber security challenges in nuclear domain: An explanatory study of India

Abstract

The goal of cyber security is to protect the internet against online attacks. One of the most frequently used terminologies in cybersecurity is “cyber-threats,” which refers to the use of information and communication technology (ICT) for hostile purposes by a range of criminals. The complexity of cyber security architecture makes higher safety measures necessary to guard against system flaws and potential global catastrophes. One of the most important security issues today is cyberattack. A cyber breach could make nuclear systems safety and security safeguards ineffective, which is especially important for nuclear systems. India, which has a sizable and developing nuclear programme, has a similar situation. Over the past few decades, governments, including India, have invested a significant amount of time and money in building effective physical safeguards for nuclear installations, which has raised the risk of a cyber or hybrid attack. The risk of hacking, disruption, or sabotage rises as nuclear infrastructure becomes more and more reliant on cyber technology. Any cyberattack’s antagonistic goal is to take advantage of a system’s weaknesses in order to take over, operate, and keep a presence on the target system. Designing standards that can accommodate both immediate and long-term needs is crucial due to the sensitivity of nuclear materials and infrastructure. The study’s objective is to discuss the proposed arrangement of cyber security in nuclear domain in India