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UN PhotoCyber security evolving cyberthreat landscape and its implications for the maintenance of international peace and security - Security Council, Arria-Formula meeting
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Over the last several years, the Security Council has become increasingly engaged on the topic of cybersecurity. While these meetings have proven highly beneficial for the Security Council and the broader UN membership, the threat landscape does not remain static, but rather continues to evolve and grow more complex; and thus merit ongoing consideration.
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Deepened exchanges on the landscape of existing and potential threats in cyberspace would greatly benefit the Security Council's consideration of their implications for international peace and security, simultaneously enriching its strategic response to these evolving security challenges.
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- To raise awareness of the Security Council members and other Member States by examining the latest evidence-based research and horizon scanning on cyber threats, such as ransomware, crypto-heists, and financial crime involving advanced cyber-techniques.
- To promote better understanding of the impact of various malicious cyber activities, that were characterized as cybercrime, on international peace and security, including WMD non-proliferation, and other existing disarmament architecture, and Security Council-mandated sanctions.
- To discuss and provide possible recommendations on enhancing the UN Security Council's pivotal role and comprehensive engagement in addressing the multifaceted nature of cyber threats, in a manner that compliments and creates synergy with the ongoing work and discussions of relevant UN General Assembly Committees and Specialized Agencies, including the ones on Framework of Responsible State Behaviour in Cyberspace.
Briefers: Adedeji Ebo (UNODA Director); Robin Geiss (UNIDIR Director); Ms. Valeria Kennedy from Chainanalysis (Private Sector)