The Bottom Line Upfront

The United States Cyber Command's Cyber National Mission Force sent cyber operators on its inaugural defensive cyber deployment to Zambia, strengthening partnerships and securing networks in both countries.

The Breakdown

  • This collaboration enhances cybersecurity for both nations against evolving global threats and sets a precedent for future joint initiatives globally.
  • U.S. cyber forces worked with the Zambian Information Communication Technology Authority (ZICTA) to identify vulnerabilities.  
  • The mission aimed to defend against malicious cyber activities while boosting national security for both Zambia and the United States.
  • The deployment focused on sharing insights, enhancing defenses, and building global cybersecurity capacity.
  • U.S.-Zambia cooperation in cyberspace highlights the critical role of international partnerships in defending against malicious cyber activities effectively.
  • Warfighters consider bolstering cybersecurity through collaborative efforts crucial for combating evolving digital threats globally.