Högskolan i Skövde

The primary objective of this literature review is to thoughtfully examine the effectiveness and challenges organizations face when sharing information about cyber threats. As these threats continue to grow in complexity and frequency, it becomes increasingly essential to foster collaboration and enhance information sharing among organizations to strengthen collective cybersecurity efforts. 

This review systematically compiles and analyzes existing research by exploring multiple academic databases for peer-reviewed articles, conference papers, and industry reports published over the past decade. To ensure relevance, stringent criteria were applied, focusing specifically on the benefits and obstacles associated with sharing cyber threat information. 

The findings indicate that organizations can reap significant rewards, such as heightened awareness and swifter incident responses. However, they also confront serious challenges, including trust issues, concerns regarding data privacy, and varying workplace cultures that may hinder collaboration. The review highlights the need for standardized procedures to facilitate more effective information sharing. 

In summary, this literature review provides valuable insights into how organizations share information about cyber threats, identifying successful practices while addressing the accompanying challenges. By synthesizing contemporary research, it offers guidance that can empower policymakers, security professionals, and organizational leaders to develop more effective strategies for enhancing the sharing of cyber threat information and improving overall cybersecurity.