Analysis of Big Data Security Threats

The exponential increase in data generation, propelled by the Internet of Things (IoT), social media, mobile technology, and cloud computing, has ushered in the era of big data. While big data enables unprecedented insights and innovations, it also exposes organizations to sophisticated security threats. This paper provides an in-depth analysis of big data security threats, examining the sources, vectors, and impacts of these threats. Furthermore, the paper reviews current mitigation strategies, highlights gaps in existing approaches, and suggests future research directions. Key topics include data lifecycle security, cloud vulnerabilities, distributed architecture risks, and the importance of governance and compliance frameworks.