Introducing the Cyberglobe Framework for Operational Resilience in Conflict Environments (FORCE)
Hybrid warfare is redefining how adversaries challenge democratic institutions, critical infrastructure, and open societies. To counter these threats effectively, understanding the psychological, informational, and operational tools used in hybrid warfare is paramount. That’s why we are introducing draft version 0.1 of the Cyberglobe Framework for Operational Resilience in Conflict Environments (FORCE)—a structured analytic resource designed to help identify and communicate about hybrid warfare activity.
What Is Cyberglobe FORCE?
Cyberglobe FORCE is envisioned as a comprehensive system for analyzing the tactics, techniques, and procedures employed in hybrid warfare. Built to address both psychological and operational dimensions, Cyberglobe FORCE provides actionable insights for governments, organizations, and individuals navigating the challenges of hybrid conflicts.
The initial draft release of Cyberglobe FORCE includes draft version 0.1 of the Cyberglobe FORCE Taxonomy of Cognitive Vulnerability (CTCV), a catalog of psychological mechanisms that adversaries exploit to distort perceptions, manipulate decisions, and erode societal cohesion.
Introducing the Cyberglobe FORCE Taxonomy of Cognitive Vulnerability (CTCV)
A key component of Cyberglobe FORCE is the Cyberglobe FORCE Taxonomy of Cognitive Vulnerability (CTCV)—a tool designed to help practitioners, researchers, and policymakers understand how cognitive weaknesses are targeted in hybrid warfare tactics such as disinformation, propaganda, and psychological operations.
Why Cyberglobe FORCE Matters
Hybrid warfare is not limited to cyberattacks or kinetic operations—it thrives on exploiting the human mind and leveraging societal divisions. From disinformation campaigns that polarize communities to psychological operations that weaken trust in institutions, the cognitive dimension of hybrid conflict is as critical as any conventional battlefield, yet poorly understood when compared to conventional tactics.
Cyberglobe aims to address this gap by:
- Raising Awareness: Helping stakeholders recognize and understand the tactics used in hybrid operations.
- Empowering Action: Providing tools and frameworks to counteract these tactics.
- Strengthening Resilience: Equipping societies to withstand and recover from cognitive and informational attacks.
The Road Ahead
Cyberglobe FORCE is designed to grow and evolve as new threats emerge and our understanding of hybrid warfare deepens. Future updates to Cyberglobe FORCE will include:
- Expanded Modules: Covering more operational, cyber, and geopolitical dimensions of hybrid conflict.
- Interactive Tools: Visualizations and dashboards to analyze vulnerabilities and trends in real-time.
- Case Studies: Detailed analyses of historical and ongoing hybrid campaigns.
This is just the beginning. Cyberglobe FORCE represents a commitment to providing practical, research-backed solutions for navigating the complexities of modern conflict.
Get Involved
This draft release of Cyberglobe FORCE is a step toward a more resilient future. We invite researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to explore the framework, share feedback, and contribute to its evolution by emailing info@cyberglobe.io
Together, we can protect the principles of democracy and the institutions that uphold them.
Stay tuned for updates, and thank you for supporting Cyberglobe’s mission to fortify the foundations of open societies.