Cyberwarfare
/ˈsaɪbərˌwɔːrfɛr/
Definitions
- (n.) The use of digital attacks by a state or non-state actor to damage, disrupt, or gain advantage in the context of armed conflict.
The treaty aimed to regulate cyberwarfare to prevent attacks on critical infrastructure.
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Commentary
Legal definitions of cyberwarfare often overlap with traditional concepts of armed conflict, requiring careful distinction in international law regarding attribution and proportionality.
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