Militaries are the sword arm of the state, entrusted with defending the state against all threats that would harm its interests. These threats are increasingly emanating from cyberspace and militaries around the world are being called upon formally to undertake responsibility for defending against threats from this domain in addition to the existing physical domains of land, sea, air and space. The unique nature of this domain has required some restructuring on the part of the military.
Beyond Borders: The Urgent Case for Global Cooperation in Cyber Defence
Like-minded countries need to cooperate more closely to shield critical infrastructure and prevent systemic disruptions.