How Is the White House Responding to the Sony Attack?

The transcript discusses the White House's response to the Sony hack, believed to be by North Korea. The FBI is investigating, and the President is involved in meetings to decide on a response. Options range from public shaming to cyber responses, with concerns about escalation. Diplomatic efforts with allies like South Korea and Japan are considered. The situation presents unique policy challenges, as it involves a private company rather than critical infrastructure.

What is the primary focus of the FBI's involvement in the Sony hack case?

• To provide cybersecurity training

• To investigate and identify the perpetrators

• To negotiate with hackers

• To protect Sony's intellectual property

Which country is suspected to be behind the Sony hack according to the investigation?

• China

• Russia

• North Korea

• Iran

What is one of the potential responses discussed by the U.S. government to address the Sony hack?

• Military intervention

• Public shaming

• Economic sanctions

• Trade embargo

What complicates the decision to escalate a cyber response to the Sony hack?

• Lack of international norms

• Insufficient evidence

• Public opinion

• Economic impact

What unique challenge does the Sony hack present to U.S. policy?

• It affects global trade

• It requires military action

• It involves multiple countries

• It targets a non-critical infrastructure