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Computer Network Attack
A Computer Network Attack (CNA) involves offensive actions taken by one party to disrupt, deny, degrade, or destroy information within an adversary's computer networks and systems. This aims to achieve specific tactical or strategic objectives.
TECHNICAL DEFINITION
Computer Network Attack (CNA) refers to offensive cyber operations targeting an adversary's information systems and networks, employing techniques like denial-of-service, malware deployment, or data manipulation to achieve disruption, denial, degradation, or destruction of information and critical infrastructure in support of military or intelligence objectives.
BACKGROUND
Computer security is a subdiscipline within the field of information security. It focuses on protecting computer software, systems, and networks from threats that can lead to unauthorized information disclosure, theft, or damage to hardware, software, or data, as well as to the disruption or misdirection of the services they provide.
READ MORE ON WIKIPEDIASYNONYMS & ALIASES
- Cyber Attack
- Offensive Cyber Operation
- Network Attack
- Digital Attack
- Cyber Warfare Action
- Network Offensive
USAGE NOTE
CNA is a critical component of modern cyber warfare and is often executed as part of broader military campaigns to gain a strategic advantage or disable enemy capabilities.
DEVELOPERS
Organizations developing technology related to Computer Network Attack.
Responsible for conducting cyberspace operations to deter attacks against critical U.S. infrastructure and for offensive cyber operations in support of military objectives.
A U.S. intelligence agency responsible for global monitoring, collection, and processing of information and data for foreign intelligence and counterintelligence purposes, including significant offensive cyber capabilities for intelligence gathering.
A major defense contractor developing advanced cyber solutions and capabilities for government and military clients, including technologies applicable to computer network attack.
A global aerospace, defense, security, and advanced technologies company that provides advanced cybersecurity solutions and cyber warfare capabilities to military and government customers.
A leading global security company that provides full-spectrum cyber solutions, including offensive capabilities, to national security and defense clients worldwide.
A global consulting firm providing advanced cybersecurity and cyber warfare solutions, including expertise in offensive cyber operations, to intelligence agencies and military clients.
The command within the UK Ministry of Defence responsible for protecting the UK's vital interests in cyberspace, including the development and deployment of offensive cyber capabilities.
A U.S. Department of Defense agency that funds and manages advanced research and development projects, including those focused on cutting-edge cyber warfare and computer network attack technologies.