23/05/2026
The "Personality" of the State in Cyber-Warfare
The rise of autonomous cyber weapons complicates conventional notions of state accountability under international law. The ex*****on of a cyberattack by artificial intelligence or autonomous systems complicates the attribution of moral and legal blame to the state.
This study analyzes the conceptual "personality" of the state in cyber warfare, investigating the intersection of international law, just war theory, and moral philosophy in attributing liability for autonomous cyber activities.
The paper contends, through case studies, legal analysis, and ethical reasoning, that states cannot absolve themselves of responsibility by delegating activities to autonomous systems. Formulating accountability frameworks is critical to uphold international standards, discourage irresponsible cyber activities, and safeguard civilian infrastructure from the increasing threats of automated cyber warfare.
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