The historical context of the emergence and evolution of cyber warfare, including the basic characteristics and methods of computer network attack
Trade Review
'This book is a great contribution to the cyber canon and offers a comprehensive reference for both students and policymakers. The authors cover down on the many dynamic facets of cyber conflict, providing a strong foundation for anyone interested in this critical aspect of international relations.'
General Michael V. Hayden, Former Director of the Central Intelligence Agency and National Security Agency
'This second edition is an absolute must-read for anyone looking to learn more about the critically important threat of cyber warfare. This updated and enhanced text helps prepare readers for how to think about the historical, technical, and strategic context of conflict in this critically important domain.'
Samantha F. Ravich, Former Commissioner, US Cyberspace Solarium Commission and Chair, Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation
'An authoritative tutorial on the arcane complexities of cyber warfare. This edition updates a previous version and makes the book more contemporary. It is a must-read for those who are serious about mastering this unique medium of combat, in all its dimensions.'
James R. Clapper, former Director of National Intelligence
Praise for the first edition:
'This book is an important summary and tour-de-force of historical and contemporary Cyber issues. It is a go-to comprehensive reference for both students and policymakers interested in perhaps the most transcendent strategic topic of our time. The authors of this book have captured the core essence and components of this story.'
Admiral William O. Studeman USN (Ret.), Former Director NSA and Deputy Director CIA
'This book is an absolute must-read for anyone looking to learn more about the critically important threat of cyber warfare. This text helps prepare readers for how to think about the historical, technical, and strategic context of conflict in this emerging new domain.'
Samantha F. Ravich, Chair, Transformative Cyber Innovation Lab, and Principal Investigator, Cyber-Enabled Economic Warfare Project
'This remarkable effort represents the true first textbook of cyber conflict. The volume avoids the hype and bluster of the typical comprehensive accounts to accurately survey the issues, facts, and problems inherent in the cyber domain. A sure must-adopt for anyone teaching a cyber-security course.'
Brandon Valeriano, Donald Bren Chair of Armed Politics, Marine Corps University, USA
Table of Contents
1. Introduction 2. The Technological Foundations of Insecurity in the Digital Age 3. Cyberspace and International Relations 4. Exploit: From Signals Intelligence to Cyber Warriors 5. Attack: From Exploitation to Offensive Cyber Operations 6. Shape: Subvert, Deceive, Poison 7. The Topology and History of Major Cyber Conflict Episodes 8. National Experiences with Cyber-Security: Realization and Institutional Development 9. States at Cyberwar: The Dynamics and National Strategies of Cyber Conflict 10. Cyber Conflict as ‘Grey Zone’ Conflict 11. Non-State Actors: Terrorism, Subversion and Activism Online 12. Norms, Ethics and International Law for Offensive Cyber Operations 13. Evolution: How the Logics of Cyber Conflict Might Change 14. Revolution: How the Nature of Cyber Conflict Might Change
