Offensive Cyber Operations

'An extremely valuable resource that cuts through the noise to explain in detail and with precision what cyber warfare truly entails.' -- International Affairs ‘A detailed analysis of some of [the] globes biggest actors in the field of “offensive cyber operations”.’ -- Cyber Warfare Review 'One of the most insightful and thought-provoking books on the conduct and practice of cyber war.' -- Joshua C. Huminski, National Security Institute ‘A fascinating read, full of detail that is communicated effectively for non-cyber professionals as well as those involved in cyber operations.’ -- Writerly Witterings blog 'This deeply researched book, written by one of the most authoritative, experienced and creative voices in the wider infosec community, is an inspiration and a revelation. Its core conceptual contribution is the long-overdue distinction between presence-based and event-based offensive operations. Moore’s analysis and findings will shape the debate on cyberwar for years to come.' -- Thomas Rid, Professor of Strategic Studies, Johns Hopkins University, and author of Cyber War Will Not Take Place 'No national cyber programme is the same--Moore's work illustrates the complexities of offensive cyber operations through the lenses of the most capable nations who employ them, their strategic goals and their methods for doing so. A very useful framework!' -- Lauren Zabierek, Executive Director of the Cyber Project, Belfer Center, Harvard Kennedy School 'Through embedding the subject in a historical lineage of signals intelligence and electronic warfare, Moore distils the true novelties as well as the continuities of the use of offensive cyber capabilities in warfare. Moore not only analyses the use of offensive cyber operations by military powers today, but also offers us a glimpse of what is to come.' -- Florian J. Egloff, author of Semi-State Actors in Cybersecurity 'Moore possesses an acute historical sensitivity and a scholar-practitioner's keen eye. This book cuts through the noise to explain military cyber operations with clarity and insight. An essential read for everyone interested in the complex battlespaces of twenty-first-century warfare.' -- Tim Stevens, Senior Lecturer in Global Security, Department of War Studies, and head of the King's Cyber Security Research Group, King's College London