The Isis Cyber Jihad: A Terrifying Threat to Global Security

The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (Isis) is not just a terrorist group that commits atrocities in the Middle East. It is also a sophisticated cyber actor that poses a serious threat to global security.

The ISIS Cyber Jihad

by Yakov M. Rabkin

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Isis's cyber operations are part of its overall strategy to spread its ideology, recruit new fighters, and raise funds.

Online Propaganda

Isis uses a variety of online platforms to spread its propaganda, including social media, websites, and online forums.

The group's propaganda is often slickly produced and highly effective at radicalizing new recruits.

For example, Isis's videos often show fighters carrying out gruesome executions or committing other acts of violence.

These videos are designed to shock and awe viewers, and they can be very effective at attracting new recruits.

Radicalization

In addition to spreading propaganda, Isis also uses online platforms to radicalize new recruits.

The group's recruiters often target young people who are feeling lost or disillusioned with their lives.

They use online chat rooms and social media to build relationships with these young people and gradually draw them into Isis's ideology.

Once young people have been radicalized, they may be willing to travel to Syria or Iraq to fight for Isis.

Cyber Attacks

In addition to using online platforms for propaganda and radicalization, Isis also carries out cyber attacks against its enemies.

The group's cyber attacks have targeted a variety of targets, including government agencies, businesses, and individuals.

In 2015, Isis hackers breached the website of the US Central Command and stole the personal information of thousands of US military personnel.

In 2016, Isis hackers attacked the website of the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs and defaced it with the group's logo.

The Threat to Global Security

The Isis Cyber Jihad is a serious threat to global security.

The group's online propaganda can radicalize new recruits and inspire them to carry out acts of violence.

Isis's cyber attacks can disrupt critical infrastructure and cause economic damage.

If Isis is not stopped, its cyber operations could lead to a major terrorist attack or even a war.

How to Stop the Isis Cyber Jihad

There is no easy way to stop the Isis Cyber Jihad.

However, there are a number of steps that can be taken to reduce the threat, including:

• Countering Isis's propaganda. Governments and social media companies need to do more to counter Isis's propaganda online.
• Disrupting Isis's recruitment efforts. Law enforcement agencies need to work with online service providers to disrupt Isis's recruitment efforts.
• Improving cyber security. Businesses and governments need to improve their cyber security measures to protect themselves from Isis's cyber attacks.

The Isis Cyber Jihad is a serious threat to global security, but it is not insurmountable.

By taking the necessary steps, we can reduce the threat and protect our way of life.

The ISIS Cyber Jihad

by Yakov M. Rabkin

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	414 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	40 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Item Weight	:	1.17 pounds
Dimensions	:	6.3 x 0.93 x 9.16 inches
Hardcover	:	230 pages

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