US Cyber Director Eyes Chinese and Russian Threats

China is investing “tremendous resources” in its cyber program with the sole purpose of disrupting critical infrastructure to gain competitive advantage, National Cyber Director Harry Coker said Tuesday. Speaking at CYBERUK in Birmingham, England, Coker recommended international partners use their “collective strength, focus and determination” to combat China’s global cyber effort. He noted the Biden administration is also prioritizing efforts to thwart Russian cyberattacks in Ukraine. Russia’s cyber campaign in 2024 “marks a new standard of aggression, persistence, and operational agility,” he said. "For Ukraine, improving the security of networks and communications will be fundamental to their battlefield success."