This article from the Journal of Law & Cyber Warfare argues that cyber warfare poses a serious threat to the United States and its critical infrastructure. It highlights the evolution of cyber attacks from hacking to cybercrime and cyberterrorism, culminating in the militarization of cyberspace.
The author criticizes the inadequacy of existing international law to address cyber warfare, noting that it is difficult to attribute responsibility for cyber attacks and enforce regulations.
Ultimately, the article proposes active cyber defenses and increased government oversight of critical infrastructure networks as solutions to protect national security.
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JLCW Editor, If You Wish Cyber Peace, Prepare for Cyber War: The Need for the Federal Government to Protect Critical Infrastructure From Cyber Warfare, J.L. & Cyber Warfare (2024), https://jlcw.org/articles/if-you-wish-cyber-peace-prepare-for-cyber-war-the-need-for-the-federal-government-to-protect-critical-infrastructure-from-cyber-warfare.