More needs to be done to protect our Military folks!

More needs to be done to protect our Military folks.

Recall the BGRS - "Brookfield Global Relocation Services" breach here in Canada, impacting Royal Canadian Mounted Police | Gendarmerie royale du Canada and our Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes? Article Here: https://lnkd.in/gWpnXbjg.

When will we declare attacks such as these, as acts of war - cyberwar? I know this is not the same and dropping a bomb (or other familiar acts of Kinetic Warfare, but it has impacts on the overall security of the members of the UK Defense Ministry and in-turn to the National Security of the UK.

It might be the abstractness of cyberwarfare, or the cyber realm, that makes it difficult for the public and governments to interpret this as an attack on the country and its people.

One of the main challenges is the attribution of the attack - Listen here for details

The concept of cyberwarfare and when to classify cyber attacks as acts of war is a complex and evolving issue in international relations and law.

While cyber attacks can have significant impacts on national security, infrastructure, and the safety of citizens, determining when such attacks rise to the level of an act of war is not always straightforward.

Several factors come into play when considering whether a cyber attack constitutes an act of war, including the severity of the attack, the intent behind it, the scale of the damage or disruption caused, and the attribution of the attack to a specific actor or state.

Additionally, traditional definitions of warfare may not fully encompass the nuances of cyber conflict, which can be characterized by anonymity, deniability, and blurred lines between state and non-state actors.

Governments and international bodies are continuously grappling with these issues and working to develop norms, rules, and mechanisms for responding to cyber threats. Some incidents may be considered cyber attacks that warrant a response, such as diplomatic measures, economic sanctions, or even counter cyber operations, without necessarily escalating to a declaration of war.

Public awareness and understanding of cyber threats and their potential impact on national security are indeed crucial. Educating the public and policymakers about the significance of cyber attacks and the need for robust cybersecurity measures can help build resilience and mitigate risks. As cyber threats continue to evolve, it's essential for governments to adapt their strategies and policies to effectively address this modern form of conflict.