Research Group:

Economics of Cybersecurity

Head of the Research Group:

Prof. Dr. Tim Stuchtey

The Economics of Cybersecurity examines the financial aspects of protecting digital assets in an increasingly interconnected world. This field analyzes the costs associated with cyberattacks—such as ransomware or data breaches—and evaluates strategies for mitigating risks through investments in security infrastructure or insurance products. Topics include game-theoretic approaches to cybersecurity decision-making between attackers and defenders; economic incentives for organizations to adopt robust security measures; market dynamics around cybersecurity products; regulatory frameworks; and public-private partnerships aimed at enhancing national cyber resilience.