Philosophy of Cybersecurity

Technology and digitization are significant social goods, but they also involve risks and threats. Cybersecurity is not just about data or computer security; it is about the security of society. Why "Philosophy"? To understand how to reason and think about threats and cybersecurity in today's and tomorrow's world, this book is essential for equipping readers with awareness. The philosophy of cybersecurity focuses on the user's perspective as well as systemic issues.

This book is intended for a wide audience, including experts, academic lecturers, and students in technical fields such as computer science and social sciences. It encompasses areas like international relations, diplomacy, strategy, and security studies. Cybersecurity is also a matter of state strategy and policy.

The clarity and selection of broad material presented here may make this the first book on cybersecurity that you truly understand. It covers fundamental topics, such as what constitutes a good password and, more importantly, why it is deemed so today. Additionally, the book addresses systemic issues, including healthcare cybersecurity (the challenges, the difficulties in securing it, and the potential consequences of cyberattacks), critical infrastructure (whether a cyberattack can disrupt elements of a power system), and the state of cybersecurity (whether states have already been hacked).

Cyberspace is not a "grey zone" without rules. This book logically explains what cyberwar is, whether it poses a threat to us, and under what circumstances cyberattacks could lead to war. The chapter on cyberwar is particularly relevant due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, where the problem of cyberwar is analyzed and explained expertly. The significance of these activities is discussed in the context of broader military operations.

Our approach treats cybersecurity very broadly, discussing technology while also addressing international law, diplomacy, military, and security matters.