Assessing the Role of Cloud Computing in Ransomware Attacks and Digital Forensics Investigations

M. Kalaiarsan, P. Selvan

2023

Abstract

As cloud computing continues to gain popularity and become an integral part of business operations, it is important to assess its role in the context of ransomware attacks and digital forensics investigations. This paper provides an analysis of the potential impact of cloud computing on ransomware attacks, including the types of attacks that are most likely to occur and the potential consequences for affected organizations. The paper also evaluates the challenges and limitations of conducting digital forensics investigations in a cloud computing environment, Such include the challenges associated with collecting and evaluating data since cloud systems are scattered. To assess the role of cloud computing in ransomware attacks and digital forensics investigations, the paper draws on existing literature, case studies, and expert interviews. The paper also proposes potential solutions and best practices for addressing the challenges of investigating ransomware attacks in a cloud computing environment, such as the use of cloud-based incident response tools and procedures, and the development of specialized forensic techniques for cloud systems. Overall, this paper aims to contribute to the growing body of knowledge on the intersection of cloud computing, ransomware attacks, and digital forensics investigations. By providing a comprehensive analysis of the potential impact of cloud computing on ransomware attacks and digital forensics investigations, this paper can inform the development of effective strategies for preventing and responding to these threats in the cloud computing era.

Paper Citation

in Harvard Style

Kalaiarsan M. and Selvan P. (2023). Assessing the Role of Cloud Computing in Ransomware Attacks and Digital Forensics Investigations. In Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Artificial Intelligence for Internet of Things: Accelerating Innovation in Industry and Consumer Electronics - Volume 1: AI4IoT; ISBN 978-989-758-661-3, SciTePress, pages 210-215. DOI: 10.5220/0012611300003739

in Bibtex Style

@conference{ai4iot23,
author={M. Kalaiarsan and P. Selvan},
title={Assessing the Role of Cloud Computing in Ransomware Attacks and Digital Forensics Investigations},
booktitle={Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Artificial Intelligence for Internet of Things: Accelerating Innovation in Industry and Consumer Electronics - Volume 1: AI4IoT},
year={2023},
pages={210-215},
publisher={SciTePress},
organization={INSTICC},
doi={10.5220/0012611300003739},
isbn={978-989-758-661-3},
}

in EndNote Style

TY - CONF

JO - Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Artificial Intelligence for Internet of Things: Accelerating Innovation in Industry and Consumer Electronics - Volume 1: AI4IoT
TI - Assessing the Role of Cloud Computing in Ransomware Attacks and Digital Forensics Investigations
SN - 978-989-758-661-3
AU - Kalaiarsan M.
AU - Selvan P.
PY - 2023
SP - 210
EP - 215
DO - 10.5220/0012611300003739
PB - SciTePress