But so far, it has not yet found the right mix of defensive and offensive actions to create effective deterrence, most outside experts say. But his administration has faced questions about how it will also address the growing threat from China, particularly after the public exposure of the Microsoft hacking. Speaking to reporters on Sunday, the senior administration official acknowledged that the public condemnation of China would only do so much to prevent future attacks. “No one action can change China’s behavior in cyberspace,” the official said. “And neither could just one country acting on its own.”But the decision not to impose sanctions on China was also telling: It was a step many allies would not agree to take.

Source: International New York Times July 19, 2021 11:00 UTC