Conserving Digital Archaeological Data in Tamil Nadu:  Cyber Security Hazards

Author(s)	Dr. Iniyan E
Country	India
Abstract	The risk of cyberattacks on the priceless artifacts escalates as Tamil Nadu rapidly digitizes its archeological records, inscriptions, and heritage assets. This article highlights the risks that cultural institutions confront in the digital age by examining the relationship between cybersecurity and digital archaeology. In addition to evaluating the possible effects on Tamil Nadu's archaeological data, it looks at worldwide patterns in cyberattacks on cultural institutions and the dangers of data loss, intellectual property theft, and public access disruption. The essay emphasizes that in order to protect Tamil Nadu's digital legacy, strong cybersecurity infrastructure, employee training, and policy integration are urgently needed. It promotes a future in which technology complements, rather than jeopardizes, the preservation of cultural memory by outlining tactical steps for digital resilience.
Keywords	Digital Archaeology, Cyber Security, Cyber Attack, Data Preservation, Ransomware
Published In	Volume 16, Issue 4, October-December 2025
Published On	2025-10-25
DOI	https://doi.org/10.71097/IJSAT.v16.i4.9039
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g98ncv

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