Brandishing Cyberattack Capabilities

Deterrence is possible only when others have at least a good idea of possible U.S. military reprisals, but cyberattack capabilities resist such demonstration. This report explores ways they can be and under what circumstances, then goes on to examine the difficulties and the drawbacks. Such "br...

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Main Author: Libicki, Martin C. (auth)
Format: Electronic Book Chapter
Language:English
Published: RAND Corporation 2013
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Summary:Deterrence is possible only when others have at least a good idea of possible U.S. military reprisals, but cyberattack capabilities resist such demonstration. This report explores ways they can be and under what circumstances, then goes on to examine the difficulties and the drawbacks. Such "brandishing" is no panacea and could even backfire if misinterpreted. Its success also relies on the strength of other elements of the deterrence posture.
ISBN:j.ctt5hht3r
9780833080042
Access:Open Access