The Pentagon’s new cyber strategy recognizes Russia as a significant threat to the United States, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Strategy Mike Oyang said during a briefing. TASS writes about this.
This strategy identifies China as a current challenge for the Department of Defense and recognizes Russia as a major threat in cyberspace. The document also highlights persistent threats from North Korea, Iran and international criminal groups. These threats include ransomware transactions, cyber theft, and hacking attacks.
Mike Oyang added that the strategy defines the role of cyber operations in the overall deterrence of the enemy. It also lays out a plan to gain advantage in cyberspace, examining necessary investments in the defense ecosystem and relationships with allies and partners.
Russian representatives at various levels have repeatedly denied accusations that they were previously involved in hacker attacks against the United States and other Western countries.
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