What Happened
New Policy Shifts Cybersecurity Paradigm Amid Geopolitical Concerns
President Donald Trump has signed an order authorizing select private companies to carry out government-sponsored cyberattacks against foreign criminal hacking groups. This move marks a significant shift in US cybersecurity policy, as previous administrations had barred companies from ‘hacking back’ against foreign groups due to concerns about geopolitical blowback. The decision has sparked concern and skepticism among commentators, who fear potential abuse and unintended consequences. This development was reported by the Washington Post.