Cyber attacks are increasingly common and affect all sectors of the economy, from retail and financial services, to health care and education. The types of attackers and their goals are just as varied as the targets, with criminals, foreign governments and so-called "hacktivists" attacking companies to steal money or personal information, engage in corporate espionage and tarnish reputations.

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Originally published in the April 8, 2015 edition of The Cybersecurity Law Report, Vol. 1, No. 1. , April 8, 2015

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