NATO should offer cyber support to Moldova ahead of its upcoming referendum on EU integration, as Russia will likely attempt to disrupt the vote through cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns. To get ahead of Russia’s clear plans to undermine the pro-Western government and sway the referendum, Michael DiCianna proposes a NATO cybersecurity mission to consult Moldova. DiCianna explains that this will bolster its cyber emergency response team, identify Russian cyber actors, and publicize any Russian interference uncovered to reinforce the alliance’s stance.
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NATO should offer cyber support to Moldova ahead of its upcoming referendum on EU integration, as Russia will likely attempt to disrupt the vote through cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns. To get ahead of Russia’s clear plans to undermine the pro-Western government and sway the referendum, Michael DiCianna proposes a NATO cybersecurity mission to consult Moldova. DiCianna explains that this will bolster its cyber emergency response team, identify Russian cyber actors, and publicize any Russian interference uncovered to reinforce the alliance’s stance.