Keyboard Assassins: Inside the Covert World of State-Sponsored Cyber Sabotage

In this episode of BareMetalCyber, we delve into the shadowy world of state-sponsored cyber sabotage, examining how nations increasingly leverage digital attacks for espionage, economic disruption, and geopolitical advantage. We explore sophisticated hacking tactics—from zero-day exploits and psychological warfare to supply chain infiltration—and reveal why attribution remains so notoriously difficult in today's digital conflicts.

Along the way, we discuss practical defensive strategies that organizations can adopt to protect themselves against nation-state cyber threats, emphasizing proactive defense, incident response preparedness, and strategic alignment with national cybersecurity efforts. Join us to uncover how nation-states conduct covert digital operations and what your organization can do to defend itself in this rapidly evolving threat landscape.