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The Perfect Weapon

war, sabotage, and fear in the cyber age_
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In The Perfect Weapon by David E. Sanger, the narrative explores the rising significance of cyber warfare in global politics. It delves into how nations utilise cyber attacks as strategic tools, challenging traditional forms of warfare. The book also discusses the impact of these digital conflicts on the balance of power and security across the world.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the intricacies of modern warfare and cyber espionage. It's perfect for those interested in the geopolitical implications of cyber attacks and the strategies nations use in digital conflicts. This insightful read dives deep into the challenges and threats posed by the digital age, making it a compelling choice for readers keen on understanding contemporary global security issues.

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The Perfect Weapon

From Russia’s tampering with the US election to the WannaCry hack that temporarily crippled Britain’s NHS, cyber has become the weapon of choice for democracies, dictators, and terrorists.

From Russia's tampering with the US election to the WannaCry hack that temporarily crippled Britain's NHS, cyber-attacks have the potential to wreak global devastation.

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From Russia's tampering with the US election to the WannaCry hack that temporarily crippled Britain's NHS, cyber-attacks have the potential to wreak global devastation.

Cheap to acquire, easily deniable, and used for a variety of malicious purposes—from crippling infrastructure to sowing discord and doubt—cyberweapons are re-writing the rules of warfare. In less than a decade, they have displaced terrorism and nuclear missiles as the biggest immediate threat to international security and to democracy.

Here, New York Times correspondent David E. Sanger takes us from the White House Situation Room to the dens of Chinese government hackers and the boardrooms of Silicon Valley, piecing together a remarkable picture of a world now coming face-to-face with the most sophisticated—and arguably most dangerous—weapon ever invented.

The Perfect Weapon is the dramatic story of a new era of constant sabotage, misinformation, and fear, in which everyone is a target.

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David E. Sanger's The Perfect Weapon is widely acclaimed for its comprehensive and sobering analysis of cyber warfare and its impact on global politics. Critics praise Sanger's detailed reporting on cyber incidents, from U.S. operations to sabotage Iran's nuclear programme to Russian cyber activities during the 2016 U.S. election. The book is noted for its clear-headed, well-reported insight into the complexities and potential consequences of cyber conflict, making a compelling case for the urgent need to address these modern security threats.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781925713626

Publisher: Scribe Publications

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 July 2018

Country: Australia

Imprint: Scribe Publications

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 384

About the Author

David E. Sanger is national security correspondent for The New York Times and the bestselling author of The Inheritance, Confront and Conceal, and The Perfect Weapon. He has been a member of three teams that won the Pulitzer Prize, including in 2017 for international reporting. A regular contributor to CNN, he also teaches national security policy at Harvard's Kennedy School of Government.

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