Cyber Attacks And Un Charter
Summary
A cyber attack can potentially violate the prohibition on the use of force under Article 2(4) of the UN Charter if it causes significant damage equivalent to that caused by traditional military force. However, if there is no physical damage or loss of life, it might not typically be classified as a use of force. Cyber attacks can also violate the principle of non-intervention if they interfere with a states sovereignty or political independence.Full Conversation
There was no physical damage nor loss of life, but media newspapers had to shut down and also a law firm was attacked and thus lost all its data and had to file for bankruptcy
It seems that the cyber attack in question did not cause physical damage or loss of life but significantly impacted media outlets and a law firm, leading to economic consequences. In international law, this might not typically be classified as a use of force under Article *(*) of the UN Charter. However, it could be considered a violation of other international norms or laws.
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Is it a prohibition of non intervention
It sounds like you're referring to the principle of non-intervention, which prohibits states from intervening in the internal affairs of other states. Cyber attacks can indeed violate this principle if they interfere with a state's sovereignty or political independence.
Key Points:
- **Non-Intervention Principle:** Prohibits interference in another state's internal affairs.
- **Cyber Attacks:** May violate this if they impact sovereignty or political independence.
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