Cyber-warfare is rising astronomically. With the advancement in technology comes increased scope of victimization. Individuals, organizations, and countries are not left out in the ever-expanding list of victims. State and non-state cyber-warriors are not sparing any entity that makes itself vulnerable. This article examines the historical and definitional dimensions of cyberwarfare as well as the factors responsible for the victimization of both states and non-state victims. It also proffers solutions for “taming the shrew” of the ever-expanding menace of cyber warfare.
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