Abstract
This thesis aims to identify what experiences from Operation Glowing Symphony can tell us about
the potential use of offensive cyberspace operations in future military operations in order to
navigate in a technologically evolving world characterized by ever-changing elements of warfare.
Max Smeets’ theoretical framework is used for analyzing the main lessons about the broader
utility of offensive cyberspace operations through a funnel of four propositions. This project
operationalizes these propositions in order to make them measurable and applicable in the
context of classic warfare. This includes a comparison with contingency operations, identification
of effectiveness through integration and Center of Gravity as well as deterrence strategy and
psychological effects and finally how legal conditions influence the decision making.
Accessing the empirical data reveals a number of important findings, all of which point out that
offensive cyberspace operations can be an alternative solution, force multiplier and help create
convergence and effectiveness between the domains in military operations.
The thesis concludes that offensive cyberspace operations are a valuable asset in military
operations in modern warfare under the right conditions and circumstances. In addition, it gives a
perspective of how Denmark can effectively transform and utilize offensive cyberspace operations
but at the same time faces a number of organizational and policy challenges.