This compact, highly engaging book examines the international legal
regulation of both the conduct of States among themselves and conduct
towards individuals, in relation to the use of cyberspace. Chapters
introduce the perspectives of various stakeholders and the challenges
for international law. The author discusses State responsibility and key
cyberspace rights issues, and takes a detailed look at cyber warfare,
espionage, crime and terrorism. The work also covers the situation of
non-State actors and quasi-State actors (such as IS, or ISIS, or ISIL)
and concludes with a consideration of future prospects for the
international law of cyberspace.
Readers may explore international rules in the areas of jurisdiction of
States in cyberspace, responsibility of States for cyber activities,
human rights in the cyber world, permissible responses to cyber attacks,
and more. Other topics addressed include the rules of engagement in
cyber warfare, suppression of cyber crimes, permissible limits of cyber
espionage, and suppression of cyber-related terrorism. Chapters feature
explanations of case law from various jurisdictions, against the
background of real-life cyber-related incidents across the globe.
Written by an internationally recognized practitioner in the field, the
book objectively guides readers through on-going debates on
cyber-related issues against the background of international law.
This book is very accessibly written and is an enlightening read. It
will appeal to a wide audience, from international lawyers to students
of international law, military strategists, law enforcement officers,
policy makers and the lay person.
