STUXNET and the new Cyber Weapons
Cyber activities can be transnational, and the changing environment is blurring the traditional distinctions between crime, espionage, terrorism and warfare.
What are cyber weapons? Can they be used for crime, espionage, terrorism and warfare?
Explain possible consequences for Internet cybersecurity once we enter a Global Cyber Arms Race.
How likely is it that the United States will be attacked by a threat actor employing a modified version of the STUXNET cyber weapon some day?
Background (available on the Web by title):
1. Stuxnet Infected Chevron's IT Network [2012 - possibly unintended consequences]
2. Stuxnet Cyberattack by US a 'Destabilizing and Dangerous' Course of Action, says Security Expert Bruce Schneier[2012]
3. The Real Story of Stuxnet [2013 - from IEEE]
4. U.S., Israel Developed Flame Computer Virus to Slow Iranian Nuclear Efforts, Officials Say [2012]