GASPRO International Journal of Eminent Scholars

ABSTRACT In this study, an attempt was made to analyze the potential threats and consequences of cyber conflicts in the United States and, in particular, the risks of a global cyber conflict. The material is based on a comprehensive analysis of the nature of cyber conflict and its elements from both technical and societal points of view. The approach used in the paper considers the three areas of cyber conflicts which are hacktivism, electronic jihad and patriotic hacking. Finally, this study seeks to assess the combat perspective of the United States in response to cyber conflict. It was concluded that there has been series of cyber threats against U.S. by Russia, China, Iran and North Korea. It was also observed that Defense Department cooperates with agencies of the U.S government, with the private sector, and with international partners to share information, build alliances and partnerships, and foster norms of responsible behavior to improve global strategic stability. One of the recommendations was that the United States should always anticipate emerging threats of cyber attacks, identify new capabilities to build, and determine how to strengthen their partnerships and planning. Keywords: Cyber, Conflicts, Cyber conflicts, Combat