Cyberattacks Are the New Warfare

Let’s take a quick trip down memory lane into the history of cybersecurity.

Before the internet, global superpowers like the U.S. were constantly competing for dominance—over land, resources, and influence. 

This thirst for power led to wars, including World War I and II.

Countries planted spies to gather intelligence, weaken their opponents, and gain strategic advantages.

But with the rise of the internet, warfare didn’t just remain on battlefields—it moved online.

Cyberattacks became the new form of warfare.

Now, cyberattacks don’t just happen between nations. 

They can also be launched by individuals or organized groups targeting businesses, governments, and infrastructure. 

That’s why the U.S. government took action, enacting cybersecurity regulations such as:
✅ Appendix 3 of OMB Circular A-130

These policies were designed to set security standards, assign responsibilities, and protect federal data systems.

Remember the Salt Typhoon cyberattack last year?

U.S. officials linked it to the Chinese government, targeting American telecommunications networks. 

Their goal is to gain long-term access to critical systems by compromising devices like routers and switches used by major companies like AT&T, Verizon, and Lumen.

This wasn’t just about stealing information—it was about gaining control.

Why Am I Telling You This?

Because cybersecurity experts are the frontline defenders against these threats. 

You are the digital armed forces, protecting nations and businesses from cyber warfare.

And here’s the best part—cybersecurity is future-proof. 

The demand for experts like you will only grow as threats evolve.

I'm putting this out to let you know your worth.

Cheers to your growth!