This white paper examines the evolving and increasingly destructive phenomenon of cyberwarfare, a coordinated series of cyber attacks targeting nations, states, or international organizations with the intent to disrupt, damage, or destroy critical infrastructure. Using methods such as computer viruses, denial-of-service attacks, and other cyber weapons, these assaults are often state-sponsored but can also originate from terrorist or extremist groups.
The paper explores the ambiguity in defining cyberwar, its real-world consequences, and the growing recognition of cyberwarfare as a legitimate and potent form of conflict. With recent events confirming the realization of scenarios once thought hypothetical, this document underscores the urgent need for robust defense and policy frameworks to mitigate the rising threat of digital warfare.