National Cyber-Aggression and Private-Sector Internet Infrastructure

Explore the complex landscape of nation-state cyber-attacks on private-sector Internet infrastructure in this 46-minute keynote address from Black Hat Asia 2018. Delve into past and current efforts to mitigate these threats as Bill Woodcock examines the evolution of cyber conflicts from the dot-com era to present day. Gain insights into the misaligned incentives driving military focus on cyber-offense, the dangers posed to central Internet infrastructure, and the economic impact of these attacks on users. Learn about initiatives like the Global Commission on the Stability of Cyberspace and their role in addressing these critical issues. Understand the historical context of cyber-aggression, including US-China-Russia conflicts and United Nations involvement, to better grasp the current state of cybersecurity challenges facing the Internet's core infrastructure.