cyberwar
/ˈsaɪbərˌwɔr/
noun
- The use of computer attacks by one country or group to disrupt or damage another country's computer systems, networks, or infrastructure.
- The government is investing in defense systems to protect against cyberwar.
- Experts warn that cyberwar could cripple a nation's power grid and communication networks.
- The conflict escalated from espionage to full-scale cyberwar.