Computer and Network Security

1. Electronic Warfare & Cyber-Physical Systems

Modern air defense depends on software and sensors vulnerable to cyber attacks.

In real life the Pentagon advised the film and cameras were confiscated to prevent leaks.

2. Network-Centric Warfare & Drones

Drones introduce hackable networks and moral agency questions

AI systems can lack human judgment for unexpected scenarios.

3. Data Security & Mission Planning

Intelligence Gathering: Uranium plant discovery relied on mass data collection—raising privacy issues.

Secure Comms: Mission success depends on encryption and anti-jamming tech

Data Integrity: False intel could sabotage operations.

5. Key Ethical & Security Dilemmas

Human vs. Algorithm: Human judgment remains critical for ethical decisions.

Resource Allocation: Balance funding between flashy projects (Darkstar) and practical drones.

Autonomy Accountability: Who’s responsible when autonomous weapons fail?Security-Access Tradeoff: Over-classification hinders training; under-protection risks leaks.

6. Conclusion: People Over Tech?

Tech enhances warfare but introduces new vulnerabilities

Human skill and ethics remain irreplaceable.

Cybersecurity must balance innovation with ethical safeguards.

why wasn't the plane secure? how was tom cruise able to steal the plane?