Cyber Security in the Metaverse
Divneet Kaur, Bharatdeep Singh, Sita Rani
Abstract
Security in the Metaverse is a critical concern as virtual worlds continue to expand and evolve. With an increasing number of users engaging in immersive experiences, safeguarding personal information, assets, and digital identities becomes paramount. Robust security measures are essential to protect against hacking, identity theft, and fraudulent activities. Technologies like blockchain and encryption play a crucial role in ensuring secure transactions, while identity verification systems help authenticate users. Additionally, monitoring and moderation tools are necessary to combat harassment, hate speech, and inappropriate content. As the Metaverse becomes more integrated into our lives, a comprehensive approach to security is vital to foster trust and safeguard the virtual realm. This chapter aims to provide an overview of cybersecurity in Metaverse. It discussed the various cyber stacks in detail along with solutions to manage these attacks. The authors have also discussed the various challenges in securing metaverse, and possible future research directions.