Ashley Manning, principal deputy assistant secretary of defense for cyber policy, said the Department of Defense is using offensive cyber capabilities to improve southern border security and disrupt the networks of transnational criminal organizations, Breaking Defense reported Wednesday.
“We are actively working to disrupt these networks, intercept their communications and dismantle their digital infrastructure. By denying them to take haven in the digital realm, we can significantly degrade their ability to operate,” Manning said during her keynote address at a cyber conference in Baltimore.
“Integrating cybersecurity and cyber operations into our broader strategy allows us to enhance our ability to protect our nation,” she added.
Countering Cyberthreats Posed by Other Adversaries
The DOD official highlighted the need to be vigilant about cyberthreats posed by Russia, North Korea, Iran, violent extremists and other non-state actors.
“We’re developing a full spectrum of cyber capabilities, both offensive and defensive, and we are making it clear from our actions and words that we will be aggressive in meeting the threats head on,” Manning stated.
Manning will be one of the keynote speakers at the Potomac Officers Club’s 2025 Cyber Summit on May 15. Join her and other experts as they discuss new cyber policies, modernization strategies and other trends shaping the cyber domain. Register now for this key event!
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