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FM 3-0

2-147. Only forces with proper legal and command authority can create offensive effects, including DCO response actions, in cyberspace or the EMS. The use of cyberspace capabilities requires detailed planning and submitting requests using the cyber effects request format. Corps, divisions, and BCT headquarters currently possess only limited capabilities to conduct cyberspace surveillance. They have no organic capabilities to conduct cyberspace reconnaissance or other offensive tasks. The majority of cyberspace tasks at the corps echelon and below focus on enabling friendly mission command and fires while protecting the DODIN. Adversaries and enemies continuously seek to gain advantage by penetrating friendly networks to disrupt operations. Army forces seek to protect the DODIN through performing defensively oriented tasks to ensure disciplined adherence to security protocols and limiting digital footprints to avoid detection. At all times, ground forces need to safeguard friendly systems with access to the network from capture and exploitation.
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