Understanding Modern Military Adversarial Philosophy - Beyond Sun Tzu

Explore a revealing DEF CON conference talk that delves into the philosophical underpinnings of cybersecurity strategy through the lens of a former NSA operative's experience. Learn why advanced technology and skilled operators weren't enough to effectively combat persistent cyber threats, and discover how adversarial philosophy taught in military academies of China and Russia shapes their approach to cyber warfare. Gain insights into the speaker's journey from frustration with traditional "Whack-A-Mole 2.0" tactical responses to understanding the fundamental strategic and philosophical differences that drive cyber operations across nations. Drawing from extensive research into Chinese, Russian, and American military curricula and published papers, uncover the philosophical frameworks that inform modern cyber warfare strategies and why technical solutions alone may not be sufficient to address evolving cyber threats.