deterrence Archives

America’s allies are shifting: Cyberspace is about persistence, not deterrence

Countries like the United Kingdom, Japan, and Canada are adopting the U.S.'s proactive cyber strategy to anticipate and mitigate vulnerabilities, reflecting a shift away from deterrence.

Oct 2, 2024 By Richard J. Harknett, Ph.D.

Nate Fick spoke to students during a State Department recruitment event at Stanford University on Oct. 17, 2022. (Photo by JOSH EDELSON/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Deterrence in cyberspace is possible — and ‘urgent’ — amid ‘alarming’ hybrid attacks, State cyber ambassador says

In an interview with CyberScoop, Nate Fick also discussed the structure of his office and regions of emphasis.

Sep 18, 2024 By Tim Starks

Lawmakers want DOD to share more info with Americans on deterring hacks

Reps. Elissa Slotkin and Seth Moulton questioned Gen. Paul Nakasone Friday.

May 14, 2021 By Shannon Vavra

Justice Department launches review of cyber policies after ransomware, supply chain scourges

It's an acknowledgement that, despite indictments and arrests, cyberthreats to U.S. organizations are unrelenting.

Apr 30, 2021 By Sean Lyngaas

White House slaps sanctions on Russian cyber activities while blaming SVR for SolarWinds campaign

The White House said it has "high confidence" that Russia's SVR is responsible for the SolarWinds intrusions.

Apr 15, 2021 By Sean Lyngaas

US intelligence report warns of increased offensive cyber, disinformation around the world

The National Intelligence Council weighs in.

Apr 8, 2021 By Shannon Vavra

FBI leaned on Dutch cops’ hacking in Emotet disruption

Emotet is a microcosm for a much bigger problem facing the FBI.

Feb 5, 2021 By Sean Lyngaas

The big cyber issues Joe Biden will face his first day in office

It'll be a full plate that starts with cleaning up the SolarWinds mess.

Jan 19, 2021 By Sean Lyngaas

Tonya Ugoretz, FBI — Tonya Ugoretz speaks Oct. 24, 2019, at CyberTalks in Washington, D.C. (Scoop News Group)

FBI aims for stronger cyber strategy as US grapples with SolarWinds fallout

Other changes are afoot: Matt Gorham, the most senior cybersecurity official at the FBI, plans to retire on Feb. 5.

Jan 13, 2021 By Sean Lyngaas

Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., center, was one of several senators to call out CISA and U.S. Cyber Command. (Flickr/ Lorie Shaull)

Senators want Cyber Command and CISA to do more to deter coronavirus-focused hackers

The senators warn the resilience of the healthcare sector is a matter of life-or-death right now.

Apr 21, 2020 By Shannon Vavra