A newly signed presidential memorandum would bring private sector companies into federal hacking operations against transnational criminal organizations, but cyber experts warn it could create serious legal, practical, and ethical risks. Supporters say the move could strengthen U.S. cyber capabilities and speed up action against cybercrime, with the next 60 days expected to shape how the program will actually work. #TrumpMemo #MichaelGarcia #DaviOttenheimer #JoshuaSteinman #TRMLabs
Keypoints
- The memorandum authorizes private companies to assist in federal offensive cyber operations.
- Experts warn about legal, constitutional, and ethical problems with hack back activity.
- Attribution errors could lead to attacks on the wrong targets, including foreign governments.
- Supporters say the policy could help the U.S. match adversaries like China and Russia.
- The 60-day implementation period will determine the program’s rules, oversight, and scope.
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