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Threat Intelligence in the Heat of Cyber Warfare

By Andrew Martin, CEO at DynaRisk

When conflict erupts on the world stage, our attention is drawn to the more tangible threats, be it missiles
in the sky or troops on the ground. Yet behind these visible events, bubbling under the surface lies
another pressing danger of war, often fought in silence and in the shadows. On this particular battlefront,
weapons are lines of code, the terrain is digital infrastructure, and the damage, though less immediately
visible, can still be devastating.

Threat actors aligned with nation states are increasingly targeting not just military systems, but the civilian
networks that keep society running. Hospitals, energy providers, transportation hubs and communication
systems are all potential victims. Disabling these assets can slow military responses, hinder emergency
services and disrupt public order without the need to fire a single bullet.

The evolution of cyber tactics

Modern cyber warfare is no longer confined to stealing intelligence or quietly monitoring adversaries.
Today’s attackers seek to exploit software flaws, manipulate supply chains, and deploy highly targeted
social engineering campaigns. The interconnected nature of critical infrastructure means that a breach
in one area can quickly ripple through others, debilitating crucial systems at the click of a button. Just

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