Strategies and Vulnerabilities to Counter Cyber Terrorism in Pakistan Against National Security

This study empirically explores the multifaceted threats to Pakistan’s national security posed by cyber terrorism, as well as the framework for combating the problem. The purpose of this essay is to investigate the intriguing question of why physical space management is being replaced by virtual space management and how various terrorist organizations use it to carry out terrorist acts. The study applies a qualitative research method to examine scholarly literature, policy documents, and reports released by security institutions of the state. To obtain the necessary data, the study also conducted semi-structured interviews with ten policymakers and eight security specialists. In response to the topic, this paper seeks to review the basic characteristics of virtual space and explain network operations in Pakistan using the theory of securitization and the constructivist approach. The findings provide a comprehensive understanding of Pakistan’s threats to national security. At the end, there will be a discussion of Pakistan’s strategy prospects.