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5/10
opinion
A server operator examines the legal and technical constraints on defensive hack-back operations, analyzing why intentional disruption of attacker systems violates laws like the CFAA, and explores legitimate alternatives like tarpitting and layered defensive techniques that remain legal while addressing the structural asymmetry in cyber defense.
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