The Hard Limits of Cyber War and Subversion Operations
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The Hidden Impact of Cyber Subversion
This chapter explores the complexities of subversion operations in cyber warfare, illustrating how these covert strategies can manifest with subtlety yet significant implications, as exemplified by a suspected Russian cyber incident in Germany. It assesses the interplay between disinformation and public trust, illustrating both historical and contemporary examples, including perceptions around the Kennedy assassination and the political climate in Ukraine. The discussion further contrasts the effectiveness of cyber tactics with traditional military strategies, arguing that while cyber operations can disrupt, they do not replace the critical role of conventional methods in geopolitical conflicts.
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