The time is way over due for clear, agreed-upon cyberspace terms and policies. Indeed, there is unacceptable chaos regarding the meaning of even the most basic terms—cyberspace, cyber war and cyber attack. Given the seriousness of security breaches in cyberspace over the last several years, it is well-reasoned to believe that, at any time, the interpretation of one of these terms could be a watershed in determining whether or not a certain cyber action would result in intensified or violent escalation.
Russia and the United States form the ideal partnership for an initiative to generate the initial momentum toward a useful taxonomy. Among other factors, both countries are respected for their competence in the field and managing the nuclear tensions of the modern age and interests that promote worldwide stability, prosperity and peace.
This document is a tangible step forward toward clarifying the taxonomy of cyber conflict. It is intended to serve as a catalyst for multilateral
