25–26 Jun 2026
''Vasil Levski'' National Military University
Europe/Sofia timezone

Physical Vulnerability of Cyber Systems: Analysis of Incidents, Risk Factors and Security Strategies

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20m
''Vasil Levski'' National Military University

''Vasil Levski'' National Military University

Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
Paper – Poster Presentation Defense and Security Technology

Speaker

Nikolay Penev (University of Library Studies and Information Technologies (ULSIT))

Description

Physical security is an essential yet often underestimated aspect of an overall cybersecurity strategy. While most efforts focus on protecting software and network infrastructure, the physical vulnerabilities of cyber systems also pose a significant threat. This study analyzes the interconnection between physical security and cybersecurity by examining both the risk factors leading to the compromise of cyber systems and the strategies for their mitigation. The research is based on an analysis of real incidents and employs a systematic approach to categorizing physical threats, their consequences and protective measures. The primary risks include unauthorized physical access, attacks on critical infrastructure, social engineering and the impact of natural disasters on cyber systems. The study highlights the need for an integrated security approach that combines traditional cyber defense measures with physical mechanisms to prevent breaches. Based on the analysis, recommendations are formulated to strengthen the physical security of cyber systems, including the implementation of advanced access control methods, monitoring through intelligent technologies and the adaptation of security policies to a dynamically changing environment. The research contributes to the understanding of cyber-physical threats and underscores the importance of a holistic approach to ensuring the reliability and resilience of cyber infrastructure.

Author

Nikolay Penev (University of Library Studies and Information Technologies (ULSIT))

Co-authors

Dr Daniela Pavlova (University of Library Studies and Information Technologies (ULSIT)) Jasen Tanev (ULSIT) Nikolay Koev (ULSIT) Andrian Stoilov (ULSIT) Kiril Nikolov (ULSIT)

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