Stuxnet Computer Worm. Harbinger of an Emerging Warfare Capability

Format:

Book

Government document

Author/Creator:

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Computer security.

Computers.

Military readiness.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Contained In:

ProQuest U.S. Congressional Research Digital Collection

Place of Publication:

[Place of publication not identified] [publisher not identified] 2010

Summary:

Provides background information on the Stuxnet computer worm, which was first reported in June 2010 as the first malicious software designed specifically to attack a particular type of industrial control system (ICS), in this case, one that controls nuclear plants. Considers possible developers and future users of Stuxnet computer worm, assesses whether Iran was the intended target, discusses ICS computer vulnerabilities and critical infrastructure, examines national security implications, and addresses policy issues for Congress

Notes:

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Microfiche version Library of CongressCongressional Research Service Stuxnet Computer Worm

Publisher Number:

CRS-2010-FDT-0989

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