Subject Areas

International Journal of Advanced Research in Cyber Security (IJARC) publishes high-quality research across a broad spectrum of topics in cybersecurity and related disciplines. The journal encourages submissions in the following subject areas:


Core Areas of Cybersecurity

  • Network Security: Protecting data, applications, and systems across networks.
  • Cryptography: Securing communication and data using encryption and cryptographic algorithms.
  • Cyber Threat Intelligence: Identifying and analyzing cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Malware Analysis: Investigating malicious software, including viruses, ransomware, and spyware.
  • Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking: Techniques to identify and mitigate system vulnerabilities.
  • Incident Response and Forensics: Managing cybersecurity incidents and analyzing digital evidence.

Emerging Technologies in Cybersecurity

  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Cybersecurity: Innovative applications for threat detection, response, and prevention.
  • Blockchain Security: Securing distributed ledger technologies and smart contracts.
  • Internet of Things (IoT) Security: Safeguarding IoT devices and networks from cyber threats.
  • Cloud Security: Protecting data and systems in cloud environments.

Policy, Compliance, and Governance

  • Cyber Risk Management: Assessing and managing risks associated with digital technologies.
  • Cybersecurity Policies and Regulations: Analysis and development of cybersecurity frameworks and standards.
  • Data Privacy and Protection: Ensuring compliance with data privacy laws like GDPR and HIPAA.

Interdisciplinary and Specialized Topics

  • Human Factors in Cybersecurity: Exploring the role of human behavior in cybersecurity practices.
  • Industrial Control Systems Security: Securing critical infrastructure and operational technologies.
  • Social Engineering and Phishing Defense: Addressing threats targeting human vulnerabilities.
  • Cybersecurity in Financial Systems: Protecting digital assets and transactions in financial technology.

Theoretical and Experimental Research

  • Cybersecurity Metrics and Evaluation: Developing quantitative measures for security performance.
  • Emerging Threat Landscapes: Analysis of novel and evolving cyber threats.
  • Cybersecurity Education and Awareness: Research on improving cybersecurity literacy.

Open for Innovative Ideas

The journal also welcomes submissions on novel and interdisciplinary topics that contribute to advancing the field of cybersecurity. If your research addresses an emerging or unconventional aspect of cybersecurity, we encourage you to submit.


For questions about whether your manuscript fits within IJARC's scope, feel free to contact us at chiefeditor.ijarc@gmail.com. We look forward to receiving your contributions!