cyberterrorism

American  

[sahy-ber-ter-uh-riz-uhm] / ˌsaɪ bərˈtɛr əˌrɪz əm /

Or cyber terrorism

noun

Computers.

1. computer-based attacks aimed at disabling vital computer systems so as to intimidate, coerce, or harm a government or section of the population.

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cyberterrorism British  

/ ˈsaɪbəˌtɛrərɪzəm /

noun

1. the illegal use of computers and the internet to achieve some goal

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Other Word Forms

• cyberterrorist noun

Etymology

Origin of cyberterrorism

First recorded in 1990–95; cyber- ( def. ) + terrorism ( def. )

Example Sentences

But we must also find solutions to the climate crisis, to cyberterrorism, to our energy needs, as well as preparing for the coming of AI.

From Scientific American

Federal officials say the trio cooperated extensively with the FBI on cybercrime and cyberterrorism issues.

From Seattle Times

The same security experts have inked the malware to APT 28 also known as Sofacy, a cyberterrorism group with ties to the Russian government.

From Washington Times

The writer, a former FBI deputy assistant director for software, is researching defenses against cybercrime and cyberterrorism for Outdo Inc.

From Washington Post

Roberts said the judiciary must be ready for a range of potential disasters, such as earthquakes, cyberterrorism and terrorist attacks.

From Seattle Times