Role Of IT Security In Ecological Sustainability – A Case Study On Indian Financial Sector, An OSINT Approach

Abstract

In industry 4.0, the concept of stainable development has emerged as a critical endeavour for maintaining the ecological balance and survival of living beings. Lack of Ecological sustainability emphases the importance of maintaining a delicate balance between human activities and the natural world. Ecosystems undergo changes over time due to natural disturbances or human activities. Understanding the interplay between technological advancements and urbanization is crucial for addressing carbon footprints and identifying these impacts is vital for implementing sustainable practices and mitigating further damage to ecological balance. The emission of greenhouse gases produced by digital technology platforms and resources are known as digital carbon footprint. This study explores the principles, challenges and advancements in green cybersecurity also known as sustainable or eco-friendly computing. The research paper aims to delve into the role of IT security in ecological sustainability, exploring its significance, challenges and potential solutions in ensuring  the  preservation  of  ecosystems  and  biodiversity.  This  open  source  intelligence (OSINT) study will reveal how vulnerabilities in the IT infrastructure of Indian Financial Sector causes penetration which includes various kinds of malware attacks and increases carbon foot printing. It also divulges how a strongly protected IT infrastructure will precisely search for and promote the innovations that are possible by smart green technologies to avoid carbon emissions