BLUF

Large numbers of loosely organised online actors can create significant disruption during international crises. Organisations that ignore these activities risk missing early warning signs of broader cyber threats. Critical infrastructure remains vulnerable to mass disruption.

Learning Outcomes

  • Cyber: The article examines how hacktivist groups exploit accessible cyber tools to conduct disruptive activities and highlights the importance of monitoring, resilience and incident response in managing cyber risk.
  • Strategic Influences: The article explores the connection between geopolitical events and cyber activity, showing how international tensions can influence behaviour in the digital domain and affect critical infrastructure.
  • Communication & Cognition: The article highlights the risks of analytical bias and the tendency to dismiss informal actors. It encourages organisations to improve situational awareness and recognise early indicators of emerging threats.
READ: Hacktivism is an Underestimated Threat, Especially in Geopolitical Crises

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