About Stimson
Programs

Cyber Program

Focusing on tools and mechanisms that deter malicious cyber activity and address cyber harms through research, collaboration, and dialogue.

Rapid technological change is posing new and emerging threats to peace, security, and human rights. Drawing on the expertise and experience of other Stimson projects and programs, the Cyber Program seeks to reduce the harm caused by the misuse of information and communication technologies. The program emphasizes research and analysis, leading to the identification of practical policy solutions and capacity-building. Recognizing that solutions to cyber threats require cross-sectoral cooperation and information sharing, the program maintains regular engagement with key stakeholders from civil society, academia, law, and the private sector, including the technical community, and participates in a number of relevant multilateral cyber processes.

Program Team

Allison Pytlak
Senior Fellow and Director, Cyber Program
Kathleen Scoggin
Research Assistant

Projects

Cyber Deterrence
Conducting research and multi-stakeholder cyber diplomacy, identifying practical approaches to improving deterrence of malicious cyber activities
Countering Cyber Scam Operations
Facilitating research and dialogue to address cybercrime and scam-related threats in Southeast Asia.
Cyber Security and AI in the UN Security Council
Elevating Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and cyber security issues as part of the UN Security Council’s efforts on international peace and security
Cyber Accountability
Improving cyber accountability and deterring malicious cyber activity

Research

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Events

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Beyond Denial: Toward a Credible Cyber Deterrence Strategy
  • November 5, 2025
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Accountability in Cyberspace: Enhancing International Law and Norms
  • September 24, 2024
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The UN Cybercrime Treaty: Is it a Crime?
  • September 26, 2023
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Status Check: The Proposal for a UN Cyber Programme of Action
  • July 17, 2023
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Due Diligence in Cyberspace?
  • March 14, 2023
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Cyber Norms, Law and Accountability: Roads to Progress?
  • May 31, 2022
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Acts of War? Accountability for Cyberattacks in Ukraine
  • March 9, 2022
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Progressing Cyber Accountability: The Private Sector, NGOs, and the UN
  • December 7, 2021
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Reforming Online Accountability: Can Lessons Be Learned from Across the Globe?
  • July 14, 2021
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Cyber Sanctions: Assessing Trends and Effectiveness
  • June 3, 2021
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Cyber Insurance Exclusions: What War?
  • April 15, 2021
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The UN: Defining Cyber Rules of the Road?
  • February 9, 2021