GTM: Game Theoretic Methodology for optimal cybersecurity defending strategies and investments

Abstract

Investments on cybersecurity are essential for organizations to protect operational activities, develop trust relationships with clients, and maintain financial stability. A cybersecurity breach can lead to financial losses as well as to damage the reputation of an organization. Protecting an organization from cyber attacks demands considerable investments; however, it is known that organisations unequally divide their budget between cybersecurity and other technological needs. Organizations must consider cybersecurity measures, including but not limited to security controls, in their cybersecurity investment plans. Nevertheless, designing an effective cybersecurity investment plan to optimally distribute the cybersecurity budget is a primary concern.