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Check out our latest from Cipher Brief Expert Ambassador Joseph DeTrani about the threat from #NorthKorea Read this & more expert-driven national security insights, perspective and analysis here:

🌍 Bolstering Extended Deterrence: A Crucial Strategy for Global Security As we continue to face evolving threats and shifting alliances, the concept of extended deterrence remains at the core of global stability. Global Security Review's latest article, "Bolstering Extended Deterrence," dives deep into the challenges and opportunities in maintaining credible defense commitments to allies as adversaries position for great power competition. Our article dives into:
✅ How extended deterrence enhances regional security.
✅ The role of advanced capabilities in strengthening deterrence credibility.
✅ Strategic partnerships and their impact on deterring adversaries. Knowing how vital cohesive security strategies are, this article provides insights that every national security professional should consider. Strengthening extended deterrence isn’t just about defense—it’s fundamental for preserving trust, stability, and peace across the globe. 🔗 Read the full article and join the conversation: https://buff.ly/3OAbQzD 
Let's hear your perspectives: How can extended deterrence adapt to modern challenges while maintaining its effectiveness? #GlobalSecurity #Deterrence #NationalSecurity #StrategicPartnerships #GreatPowerCompetition RealClearDefense Center for a New American Security (CNAS) https://buff.ly/3Uc6HRl https://buff.ly/4f9T11j https://buff.ly/3Ugc8ii

Over 95% of the world’s internet traffic travels through subsea cables. These cables are the unseen backbone of critical infrastructure—and they’re under threat. This article delves into NATO’s plans to safeguard this vital network and the challenges it faces. For critical infrastructure leaders, subsea cable security is more than a telecommunications issue. It’s about: ・National security: Geopolitical tensions increase the risk of sabotage. ・Operational resilience: An attack on these cables could disrupt essential services. ・Collaboration: Securing these cables requires global cooperation. Yet, even with NATO's strategies, the question remains: Are we prepared for sophisticated, targeted threats? Protecting infrastructure extends beyond physical security. It requires cutting-edge technologies, risk assessments, and strong partnerships to anticipate and mitigate these risks. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4g5BuIo #InfrastructureSecurity #CriticalInfrastructure #CyberDefense #RiskMitigation #GlobalSecurity #Telecommunications #OperationalResilience

An Iran**n hacker group named Handala has claimed responsibility for infiltrating Isr**l’s Shorak nuclear research center, stealing an alleged 197 gigabytes of sensitive data. The group, believed to have ties to the IRGC (Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps), released a statement declaring the successful breach. This cyberattack is being viewed as a retaliation for the assassination of Hez****h leader Sayyed Hasan Nasr*llah, which took place last Friday. The hackers' claim adds a new dimension to the ongoing cyber conflict between Ir*n and Isr**el, raising concerns about the security of critical infrastructure. The breach, if confirmed, could lead to significant geopolitical tensions in the region, potentially sparking further retaliatory actions from both sides. The Shorak facility plays a key role in Isr**l’s nuclear research efforts, making this alleged cyberattack particularly alarming. For security consultancies visit: www.darkanonsys.com Or contact us via: contactus@darkanonsys.com #Darkanon_sys #Informationsecurity #CyberAttack #Hackers #NuclearBreach #Security #CyberWarfare #HandalaGroup #IRGC #Geopolitics #CyberThreat #CyberEspionage #darkanon

#OutNow New episode of InFocus with Ejaz Haider #Subscribe to CSSPR YouTube Watch the in-depth and intellectually stimulating conversation between Ejaz Haider and Dr. Stephen Herzog, James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies, exploring the complexities of nuclear risks, the challenges and prospects for the revival of arms control, and the evolving dynamics of nuclear deterrence. Dr. Herzog underscored the strategic implications of the expanding number of nuclear-armed states, framing it as a significant challenge in the current global security landscape. On the Russo-Ukrainian war, Dr. Herzog contended that while it is unlikely to trigger widespread nuclear proliferation, there remains a concerning lack of robust commitment by states to the principles and processes of nonproliferation.

Imagine waking up one morning and finding the internet down—not just at home, but worldwide. No banking, no communication, no access to critical services. It sounds like a sci-fi nightmare, but it’s a very real possibility. Undersea cables—the hidden lifelines of global communication—are vulnerable targets. Russia’s advanced submarines have the capability to sever these cables, potentially cutting off entire nations from the digital world in an instant. The implications are staggering. From paralyzing economies to crippling military operations, a coordinated attack on these cables could bring the world to a standstill. Are we prepared for such a threat? Click to learn more about how this silent sabotage could unfold—and the urgent steps needed to protect these critical infrastructures. #CyberSecurity #GlobalSecurity #UnderseaCables #NationalDefense #Geopolitics #TechSecurity #MilitaryPreparedness #Russia #Submarines #GlobalInfrastructure #TechTuesday

🎃 Do You Dare to Write for Global Security Review? 🎃 On Halloween, it's not just ghosts haunting us—complex global threats lurk in the shadows. From evolving nuclear strategies to cybersecurity nightmares, today’s security challenges are scarier (and more real) than ever. Global Security Review is calling on daring writers and thought leaders to confront these chilling issues head-on. Do you have the insight to uncover the threats and shape tomorrow’s defenses? Share your expertise on deterrence, geopolitics, and national security with a worldwide audience. If you’re not afraid of what lies beneath the surface, join us. Step into the light and help the world understand what keeps us up at night. 🕸️ 👻 Submit if you dare: Global Security Review Submissions 👻 #GlobalSecurityReview #WriteForUs #Halloween #NationalSecurity #ThinkDeterrence https://buff.ly/41AUuIK RealClearDefense Air Force Global Strike Command War on the Rocks Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center The Brookings Institution The Economist Reuters The Associated Press Irregular Warfare Initiative Atlantic Council https://buff.ly/3Uc6HRl https://buff.ly/4f9T11j https://buff.ly/3Ugc8ii

One of my favorite classic lessons on security controls was written by Bruce G. Blair in the spring of 2004. Twenty years later it is still fully relevant. And terrifying. Full article available at: https://lnkd.in/eHgipFDd

security threats and appropriate security behavior are not objective facts, but are given meaning through ongoing social interaction, discourse, and the construction of identities. For example, the idea of nuclear weapons as a security threat is not inherent, but has been socially constructed over time through interactions between states, international organizations, and civil society. 

I appreciated the opportunity to collaborate with Peter Kant and Enabled Intelligence, Inc on this article to highlight why large language models (LLMs) require more testing to ensure their safety, helpfulness, and truthfulness. This testing requires the evaluation of tone, context, and emotional impact, which are more challenging to test than other types of technological functionalities. We must also understand how LLMs work and how they make mistakes, which are elements that make human testers essential - a fact that many AI companies are reluctant to admit.