A Quantitative Analysis of Cyber Crime in Ireland

Gibbbons, Paul (2024) A Quantitative Analysis of Cyber Crime in Ireland. Masters thesis, Dublin, National College of Ireland.

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Abstract

This study investigates how the incidence of cybercrime in Ireland is quantified and compares it to best practices internationally. By assessing data from the US, EU, and Ireland, the research demonstrates that Ireland's cybercrime detection and prosecution rates (50 per 100,000 and 0.54 per 100,000 respectively for 20221) are inadequate compared to more comprehensive systems like those in the US (260 per 100,000 and 2.6 per 100,000 respectively for 20222). The study also evaluates prosecutorial rates and examines case law to identify gaps in Ireland's approach to cybercrime. Key challenges include historical and ongoing cybercrime underreporting issues, jurisdictional issues, and fragmented data management among Irish authorities. The research concludes that significant investments in automated reporting systems, data integrity, and specialized training for law enforcement are necessary to improve Ireland’s cybercrime response. Additionally, enhancing international legal cooperation within the EU is crucial for better cross-border investigations and prosecutions. The study's findings highlight the need for a multi-disciplinary, cohesive strategy to address the growing cyber threats effectively.

Item Type:	Thesis (Masters)
Supervisors:	Name Email Mustafa, Raza Ul UNSPECIFIED
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Cybercrime; Ireland; prosecution of cybercrime; cybercrime taxonomy; European cybercrime statistics; American cybercrime statistics
Subjects:	Q Science > QA Mathematics > Electronic computers. Computer science T Technology > T Technology (General) > Information Technology > Electronic computers. Computer science Q Science > QA Mathematics > Computer software > Computer Security T Technology > T Technology (General) > Information Technology > Computer software > Computer Security H Social Sciences > HV Social pathology. Social and public welfare > Criminology > Crimes and Offences > Cyber Crime K Law > KDK Republic of Ireland
Divisions:	School of Computing > Master of Science in Cyber Security
Depositing User:	Ciara O'Brien
Date Deposited:	29 Jul 2025 16:28
Last Modified:	29 Jul 2025 16:28
URI:	https://norma.ncirl.ie/id/eprint/8315

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