Who Gets to Point Fingers? Technical Capacity and International Accountability

Explore the complex intersection of cybersecurity, international diplomacy, and global accountability in this keynote conference talk that examines how nations navigate cyber attribution and responsibility in an increasingly connected world. Delve into the current diplomatic landscape surrounding responsible state behavior in cyberspace, from UN frameworks to emerging accountability mechanisms, while uncovering critical gaps in public cyber attribution processes. Discover how Global South nations are developing alternative attribution approaches that challenge Western-centric assumptions about evidence, legitimacy, and strategic advantage in cybersecurity. Learn about the unique challenges faced by countries with limited technical infrastructure when conducting cyber attribution, and understand how differing regional threat landscapes shape national attribution priorities. Examine the evolving role of the private sector in filling attribution gaps left by state actors, and gain insights into how middle-ground states are reshaping international conversations about cyber accountability. Understand the broader implications for international cybersecurity cooperation and the future of global cyber governance through research-backed analysis of diplomatic negotiations and real-world implementation challenges.