A growing number of U.S. companies have concluded that in their battle against hackers, the best defense has to include some offense. This, say some experts, is a bad idea that amounts to vigilante justice, and will just lead to an escalating battle between hackers and companies that the hackers are sure to win. Analyst: “There is no business case for it and no possible positive outcome” But some supporters of “strike back” say it will deter hackers who are motivated by profit.”]
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