ICCWS is an opportunity for academics, military personnel, practitioners and consultants from around the world who are involved in the study, management, development and implementation of systems and concepts to combat information warfare or to improve information systems security to come together and exchange ideas. The call for papers for the ICCWS 2027 conference is asking for contributions that consider the following aims and scope. By covering a wide range of topics, the conference facilitates interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration, driving forward innovations and improvements in how nations, organizations, and individuals address cyber threats. In addition to this the committee welcomes papers on a number of specialist mini-tracks which can be seen at the end of this list.

Cyber Warfare Strategies and Tactics

Examination of state-sponsored cyber operations.
Analysis of cyber deterrence and defence mechanisms.
Offensive and defensive cyber strategies used in modern conflicts.
Case studies of significant cyber-attacks and their geopolitical implications.

Cyber Security Technologies and Techniques

Development and deployment of advanced cybersecurity tools and technologies.
Network security protocols and architecture, including intrusion detection and prevention systems.
Cryptographic methods and their application in securing communications.
Penetration testing or pentesting techniques

Cyber Threat Intelligence

Methods for gathering and analysing cyber threat intelligence.
Role of artificial intelligence and machine learning in predicting cyber threats.
Techniques for identifying and mitigating insider threats.
Analysis of cyber threat actors, including nation-states, terrorist groups, and cybercriminal organizations.

Information Warfare and Psychological Operations

Strategies for psychological operations in the cyber domain.
Use of social media and other digital platforms for information warfare.
Techniques for combating misinformation and disinformation.
Impact of information warfare on public opinion and national security.

Legal and Ethical Issues in Cyber Warfare

Legal frameworks governing cyber warfare and security.
Ethical considerations in offensive and defensive cyber operations.
Compliance with international laws and norms.
Privacy issues and the balance between security and civil liberties.

Cyber Defence and Critical Infrastructure Protection

Strategies for protecting critical infrastructure from cyber attacks.
Resilience and recovery planning for cyber incidents.
Sector-specific challenges in industries such as energy, finance, and healthcare.
Collaboration between public and private sectors for enhanced cybersecurity.

Emerging Technologies and Future Trends

Impact of emerging technologies like quantum computing on cybersecurity.
Future trends in cyber warfare and security.
Role of the Internet of Things (IoT) in expanding the cyber threat landscape.
Predictions for the evolution of cyber conflict and defence mechanisms.

Human Factors in Cyber Security

Role of human behaviour and psychology in cybersecurity.
Training and awareness programs for improving cybersecurity culture including Cybersecurity Education in both formal and informal settings
Strategies for mitigating human error and insider threats.
Social engineering tactics and countermeasures.