Cyber Legislation in Ukraine: Current Status and Development Prospects
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https://doi.org/10.57125/FEL.2022.03.25.01Keywords:
Business sector, cyber law, cybersecurity , geopolitical challenges, international collaboration, legal framework, UkraineAbstract
This work examines the cyber law framework of Ukraine by focusing on its effectiveness in mitigating cyber threats amid ongoing geopolitical challenges. The analysis is done by examining the data from the State Service of Special Communications and Information Protection of Ukraine, legal documents, and expert interviews. The research reveals that while significant progress has been made with new laws and amendments, enforcement remains a critical issue. From 2017 to 2021, cyberattacks increased by 86% in the country. That are particularly targeting critical infrastructure. Despite robust legislative measures, only 33% of reported incidents result in successful prosecutions. Moreover, there a notable inefficacy in enforcement and coordination among regulatory bodies is found. Furthermore, the business sector surveys indicate moderate satisfaction with legal protections and regulatory responses. Also, the descriptive statistics indicate moderate satisfaction with legal protections (mean 3.2) and regulatory responses (mean 3.5) while business representatives report substantial financial impacts from cyber incidents. Correlation analysis shows a strong negative relationship between the number of cyberattacks and prosecution success rate (r = -0.85) suggesting that increased cyberattacks are associated with lower prosecution success. The study concludes with recommendations for enhancing coordination, improving enforcement, and aligning with international best practices. This will ensure betterment in the Ukraine's cybersecurity resilience and address the evolving cyber threat.
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