Cyber Warfare

US Authorizes Private Cyber Operations: 2026 Policy Explained

An August 12, 2026 presidential memorandum directs the creation of a program for vetted U.S. companies to assist federally controlled operations against foreign cyber-enabled criminal organizations. It does not create a general right to conduct independent hack-back operations. The memorandum establishes a policy framework. Its publication alone does not identify participating companies or demonstrate that ... Read more