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Responding to large-scale cyberattacks: a toolbox for policymakers

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  • Sico van der Meer

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This article explores the response options available to states experiencing a large-scale cyberattack from abroad, as well as the potential benefits and risks of these policy tools. The aim is to develop a toolbox for policymakers searching for effective responses. The policy options are split into two groups: those aimed at attacks by state actors; and those aimed at attacks by non-state actors. While the benefit of most response options is deterring new cyberattacks to some extent, many also bear a risk of escalation. The article indicates that carefully deliberating the pros and cons of any option is crucial, and that most of them can only be applied if effective attribution capabilities are available.

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  • Sico van der Meer, 2022. "Responding to large-scale cyberattacks: a toolbox for policymakers," Journal of Cyber Policy, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 7(2), pages 175-193, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:rcybxx:v:7:y:2022:i:2:p:175-193
    DOI: 10.1080/23738871.2022.2116345
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