Cyber Offense: How Far Can Private Organizations Go?
The article discusses the blurred lines between cyber offense and defense as private organizations face increasing cyber threats. It highlights the legal and ethical dilemmas of potential retaliatory actions, such as 'hacking back,' that companies may consider against cybercriminals. The role of artificial intelligence in enhancing cybersecurity measures is also emphasized, showcasing its potential to outpace human defenders.
- ▪A criminal hacking group is conducting phishing attacks to steal user data and launch ransomware.
- ▪The private sector is exploring ways to conduct offensive cyber operations against threat actors.
- ▪Artificial intelligence is playing a crucial role in enhancing cybersecurity defenses and responding to threats.
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| Canonical URL | https://www.lawfaremedia.org/article/cyber-offense--how-far-can-private-organizations-go |
| Publication time | Thu, 28 May 2026 22:12:08 +0000 |
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Criminal Justice & the Rule of Law Cybersecurity & Tech Cyber Offense: How Far Can Private Organizations Go? Rajeev Raghavan, Jared Engelking, Grace Tang Thursday, May 28, 2026, 10:15 AM Share On: Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Share on BlueSky Share on Threads Print this article The line between cyber offense and defense is disappearing—but the law still treats them very differently. That gap is getting costly. Stock photo: Increasing cyber attacks in countries (Hardik Pandey, https://pixahive.com/photo/increasing-cyber-attacks/; Free to Use/Public Domain) Rajeev Raghavan Jared Engelking Grace Tang Meet The Authors Subscribe to Lawfare A criminal hacking group is conducting phishing attacks, masquerading as an email company to steal user data and launch ransomware.
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