The Journal of Computer Security (JCS) is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the field of computer security. Published by IOS Press, the journal covers a wide range of topics related to the security of computer systems, networks, and data. It provides a platform for the dissemination of research findings on security technologies, methodologies, and practices.
Objective:
The objective of JCS is to advance the field of computer security by publishing high-quality research that addresses emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and solutions. The journal aims to contribute to the development of new security technologies, frameworks, and methodologies that enhance the protection of computer systems and data from various types of cyber threats.
Interdisciplinary Approach:
JCS adopts an interdisciplinary approach by integrating knowledge from computer science, cryptography, network security, information systems, and other related fields. This approach enables the journal to cover a broad spectrum of security-related topics, from theoretical foundations to practical implementations and case studies.
Impact and Significance:
The journal has a significant impact on the field of computer security by providing a venue for cutting-edge research and practical solutions. JCS contributes to the advancement of knowledge and technology in computer security, helping to address the challenges posed by evolving cyber threats and ensuring the robustness of security measures in various computing environments.
Journal Home:  Journal Homepage
Editor-in-Chief:  Dr. Stéphanie Delaune
scope:
The Journal of Computer Security publishes research focused on the field of computer security, covering various aspects related to protecting computer systems and data from unauthorized access, attacks, and damage.
Security Mechanisms and Techniques: Research on the design and implementation of security mechanisms, including encryption, authentication, access control, and intrusion detection systems.
Network Security: Studies on securing network infrastructures, including protocols, firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, and secure communication methods.
Information Security Management: Exploration of strategies and practices for managing information security, including risk assessment, security policies, compliance, and governance.
Cyber Threats and Vulnerabilities: Research on emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities in software and hardware systems, and methods for identifying and mitigating these risks.
Secure Software Engineering: Studies on developing secure software, including secure coding practices, software testing for vulnerabilities, and methods for enhancing software resilience against attacks.
Privacy Protection: Research on techniques for ensuring user privacy, including data anonymization, privacy-preserving algorithms, and compliance with privacy regulations.
Cryptography: Exploration of cryptographic algorithms and protocols, including their theoretical foundations, practical implementations, and applications in securing communications and data.
Incident Response and Forensics: Studies on responding to and investigating security incidents, including digital forensics, evidence collection, and analysis techniques.
Security in Emerging Technologies: Research on security challenges and solutions in emerging technologies such as cloud computing, Internet of Things (IoT), and blockchain.
Human Factors and Security: Exploration of the role of human behavior in security, including user awareness, training, and the impact of human factors on security practices.
Secure Systems Design: Research on designing and implementing secure systems, including hardware and software architectures that enhance security and resilience.
Print ISSN:  0926-227X
Electronic ISSN:  1875-8924
Abstracting and Indexing:  Scopus, Emerging Sources Citation Index
Imapct Factor 2023:  0.9
Subject Area and Category:   Computer Science, Computer Networks and Communications, Hardware and Architecture, Software, Engineering, Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality
Publication Frequency:  
H Index:  59
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Q3:  Computer Networks and Communications
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Cite Score:  1.7
SNIP:  0.494
Journal Rank(SJR):  0.34
Latest Articles:   Latest Articles in Journal of Computer Security
Guidelines for Authors: Journal of Computer Security Author Guidelines
Paper Submissions: Paper Submissions in Journal of Computer Security
Publisher:  IOS Press
Country:  Netherlands