| ID | 166611 |
| Title Proper | Precision cyber weapon systems: An important component of a responsible national security strategy? |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Hare, Forrest B |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Given the advances made in conventional weapon capabilities, precision should by now be the accepted and expected norm in cyberspace as well. In this article I argue that developing precision cyber weapon systems, to be used during a lawful conflict, can be an important part of a responsible national security strategy to reduce the amount of violence and physical destruction in conflicts. I first describe a precision cyber weapon system in a military context. I then present three compelling rationales for the development of precision cyber weapon systems based on ethical, operational, and financial considerations. To support the position, I address several arguments that have been levied against their development. Thereafter I present several recommendations for a way ahead. |
| `In' analytical Note | Contemporary Security Policy Vol. 40, No.2; Apr 2019: p.193-213 |
| Journal Source | Aakrosh Vol: 4 No 12 |
| Key Words | Ethics ; Cyber Security ; Cyber War ; Cyber Weapons ; Effects Based Operations ; Precision |