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Explore the implications of offensive cybersecurity strategies and "hackbacks" on critical infrastructure and society in this thought-provoking conference talk. Delve into the metaphor of cybersecurity as a high-stakes game, examining how offensive tactics can lead to widespread disruptions in essential sectors like energy, finance, water, food, health, IT, and transportation. Analyze the potential consequences of cyber warfare and hybrid warfare on populations, and consider why a defensive cybersecurity strategy may be more beneficial for society. Evaluate the need for new "rules of the game" in cyber policy to shift from offensive to defensive approaches, and understand why this transition is crucial for public welfare. Gain insights into the complex interplay between cybersecurity decisions and their far-reaching societal impacts.