Cybersecurity and the Defense of Digital Sovereignty

Critical Perspectives on State Security in an Era of Hybrid Warfare

Abstract

This article explores the evolving landscape of digital sovereignty as a core component of national defense. As cyber threats transition from isolated data breaches to systemic attacks on democratic infrastructure, the modern state must redefine its security paradigms. The research analyzes the tension between global internet connectivity and the necessity of national digital borders. By examining the emergence of hybrid warfare, the study investigates how policymakers can balance civil liberties with the imperative of cybersecurity. This contribution to the Canadian Journal of Critical Challenges (CJCC) provides a theoretical and practical framework for safeguarding the digital integrity of the state against non-traditional threats.