Strategic measures to counter advanced network operations: Standardisation and automation of detection and warning

The aim of this thesis is to describe advanced computer network operations, investigate the present status of national defence efforts and suggest measures that may improve that status. In the first part, the traits of advanced network operations are described. The strategic perspective is the focus, including the types of operations, the types of actors involved, targeting and possible gains, as well as intent behind the operations. The thesis then describes cyber defence-related developments in Norway.