Definitions (According to Textbook)
Cyberterrorism
the execution of a surprise attack by a subnational foreign terrorist group or individuals with a domestic political agenda using computer technology and the internet
Cyberterrorism is subject to this set of laws
IHL
Why is it difficult to determine who has jurisdiction
A crime may be committed in one country, by someone in a different country
When groups use the internet for means of publicity, this is an example of:
computer-assisted terrorism
Hacktivism
Political or social activists use computer technology to make a statement supporting one of their causes
Cyber attacks are an example of which IHL violation?
War Crime
A cyberattack must qualify as this to be referred to the ICC
International crime
What's one reason we are growing increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks/terrorism?
1.) globalization of infrastructure
2.) anonymous access to infrastructure via the internet
3.) interdependencies of systems make attack consequences harder to predict/more severe
4.) more people with malicious intent
5.) malicious software is available, do not need skill
6.) new threats outpace defensive measures
Why has it been difficult to define cyberterrorism?
Different interpretations of cyber terrorism and the lack of a common understanding/definition of cyber terrorism among policy makers and researchers
Cyberattacks may be considered a new way to commit traditional acts constituting ______, _____, _____, or _____
Crimes of aggression, war crimes, crimes against humanity, or genocide
How is jurisdiction of the ICC determined?
Based on the place where the crime was committed, that is, where the damage caused by the attack occurred
In what ways can cyberterrorist groups use the internet to advance their crimes/expand their organization?
Recruitment, publicize propaganda & get funds, research - learn to make weapons, where to get illegal items like fake ID, communication