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Author(s):
Herbert Lin
Journal
Informa UK Limited
Abstract

Revelations about the Stuxnet computer worm raise the possibility of damaging cyberattacks on the US electrical power grid or other critical infrastructure. Several approaches might mitigate cyberthreats to critical infrastructure and information technology targets. Among them are efforts to defend the information systems that support important infrastructure, to deter enemies from cyberattacks on those systems, to reduce or eliminate the forces that might be used in cyberattacks, or to reach arms control agreements that limit or proscribe such cyberattacks.

Concluding remarks
Although each of these approaches is unlikely to be successful in and of itself, each is worthy of further exploration. Taken together, they may yield benefits that make cyberspace more secure.

Reference details

DOI
10.1177/0096340212459039
Resource type
Journal Article
Year of Publication
2012
ISSN Number
0096-3402
Publication Area
Civilian cybersecurity
Date Published
2012-03

How to cite this reference:

Lin, H. (2012). A virtual necessity: Some modest steps toward greater cybersecurity. Informa UK Limited. https://doi.org/10.1177/0096340212459039 (Original work published)