ABSTRACT
The insecurity of cyberspace comes to society’s attention through the regular reporting of data breaches and other cyber-related incidents in the media. However, not only is the frequency of such incidents increasing, but they also are getting more sophisticated and consequently more impactful in terms of financial or political damage. Given the interconnection between computer networks, critical infrastructures, and national security, many nations are paying more attention to the strategic-military aspects of cyber-security. It took more than a decade for cyber-security politics to mature as a field of study, with dedicated PhD programs and funding opportunities emerging. The attention on AI suggests that governments largely believe in the transformative capacity of these technologies and are aware of the importance of mastering it in the coming years. The ability of AI components to produce cyber-intelligence will translate into specific defensive applications at the tactical/technical and operational level of cyber-security.
