Rules of Engagement (ROE) are directives issued by competent military authority that delineate the circumstances and limitations under which U.S. forces will initiate and/or continue combat engagement with other forces encountered. In the context of cyber warfare, ROE are particularly complex due to the unique characteristics of the cyber domain, such as the difficulty of attribution, the speed of operations, and the interconnectedness of civilian and military networks.
Rules of Engagement (ROE) for cyber operations are directives issued by competent military authority that delineate the circumstances and limitations under which a nation’s forces will initiate or continue combat engagement with other forces encountered. In the cyber domain, ROE are particularly complex due to the global, interconnected, and often ambiguous nature of cyber activities. They aim to ensure that cyber actions align with national policy, international law, and strategic objectives, while providing operational flexibility to commanders. Key considerations in developing cyber ROE include:
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