Cyber Operations and Diplomacy: The Belgicom Incident

This chapter investigates the diplomatic fallout from a cyber attack on Belgicom, linked to British intelligence and involving advanced malware called Regin. It highlights the legal challenges faced by Belgian prosecutors in relation to Snowden's testimony and the implications of mass surveillance on privacy rights. The narrative also unfolds the complexities of international espionage and the repercussions for Belgicom, ultimately revealing the intricate balance between national security and individual freedoms.